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CONTENTS 6 Be the Change Sherri Scott By Jenna Christophersen 7 Local Author Writes Children's Book About the Power of Words By Jennifer Arnold 9 Localicious Mini Pies – A New Tradition! By Erin Bianchi, MS, RD

10 Azad’s Thanksgiving Basket Brigade By Jenna Christophersen 12 A Family in the Making By Michael J Orr 16 A Fairytale Friendship By Cameron O’Brien 16 A Trip to the Past: Life in a Covered Wagon By Jennifer Arnold

19 Uniquely Us Eloping: Every Autism Parent’s Worst Nightmare By Jennifer Arnold 21 Childcare & Preschool Directory 22 Going Places Family Events Calendar

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W On the Cover: Paradise Adventist Academy timetravels in a covered wagon to learn about history. Photography: Dr. Brock Cummings & Moita Lindgren of Ten Toes Photography in Paradise, CA. When Moita is not in her warm, inviting studio or on location in Butte County, you will find her working at Enloe Medical Center as an Operating Room RN. Specializing in newborn photography and family portraiture, she is often called “The baby whisperer” by her clients. www.tentoesphotography.com (530) 514-0127.

e gather at our tables this Thanksgiving season amidst dynamic times, and share our gratitude. At the top of the list is good health. We think of loved ones whose well-being has been challenged this past year and our hearts go out to them. Putting together this month’s articles, we were inspired by the real life experiences Paradise teacher David Vixie shares with his students every year by stepping “back in time” and tasting history firsthand. What a lifelong gift! And aren’t weekends perfect for sharing a little taste of local history with friends and family? Try the Honey Covered Bridge or the Bidwell Mansion in Chico, or the William B. Ide Adobe State Park in Red

Bluff with its tiny gem of a museum… Pick up a copy of our Family Resource Guide and choose from many wonderful North State museums—during this season and onward. Best wishes,

Pamela & Staff Visiting a nearby living history location is a wonderful way to celebrate the thanksgiving season. Why not start a new family tradition by doing a little time traveling this month?

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be the change By Jenna Christophersen

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

herri Scott had little idea how registering for horticulture courses at San Francisco City College would change her life. Originally from the Los Angeles area, Sherri had minimal exposure to growing plants, but through the classes, she discovered a hidden natural talent with plants. In the overcast climate of the Bay Area, Sherri’s passion for plants grew more heartily than her plants could. In desperation, Sherri even tried using her car as a mini greenhouse for tomatoes and eggplants. Attracted by the agricultural richness and the friendly atmosphere of Chico, Sherri moved north and began putting her green thumb to use all over town. Since then, she has centered her career and volunteer work around growing plants for food and medicine. She sells seasonal vegetables and herbs from her nursery, GRUB Grown, at the Saturday Farmers Market and the Blackbird Café. But Sherri really shines when she shares her horticultural knowledge and skills with others, especially kids. For the last 12 years, Sherri has taught children’s cooking and gardening classes through a variety of venues. Currently, she spends three days a week with kids at Sherwood Montessori school. Michelle Yezbick, the principal of Sherwood, marvels at how much information Sherri packs into a lesson. “I watched Sherri make fresh-squeezed juice with the kids, explain how to propagate plants by taking cuttings, give kids cuttings of chocolate mint to take home, demonstrate propagating oregano, identify dill and invite them to smell it and tell how a naturopath used stinging nettles to relieve pain all in about 20 minutes!” Michelle exclaims. “Sherri has an encyclopedic knowledge of medicinal and food plants, and she passes her passion to the kids.” Sherri loves to “open kids’ palettes” to fresh, local produce. “Eating whole foods is important to growing brains and bodies,” says Sherri, “and eating locally is a great environmental and economical solution.” Kids tend to try new fruits and vegetables more readily when they participate in the planting, growing and harvesting process. Her students love making “tacos” by wrapping lettuce leaves around edible petals, herbs and vegetables. “The kids get to see the plants in their natural state,” says Sherri. “It’s raw, alive, sweet. They know where it comes from and they have a connection to it.” In addition to snacking straight from the garden, kids learn how to combine ingredients and experiment with recipes in the kitchen. Sherri’s students have made treats such as apple-peach eggrolls and amaranth crackers seasoned with salt and herbs. Sherri loves incorpo-

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rating plants from around the world into her lessons. “When we try Portuguese, Ethiopian and red Russian kale, for example, we talk about how these plants have adapted to this area, and how people have carried these treasured flavors with them from all over the world.” By implementing a “no ew or yuck” rule and introducing kids to the tastes the tongue can detect (sweet, savory, salty, bitter, sour), Sherri gives kids “more adjectives to describe their likes and dislikes.” Sherri sees this as an empowering experience for children. “Kids want to be heard,” Sherri says. “We’re all looking to be our own person, even as children.” Jenny Lowrey appealed to Sherri’s horticulture expertise when founding the nonprofit From the Ground Up, and Sherri has taught children’s garden and cooking classes with the nonprofit ever since. “Sherri puts out a very peaceful energy with the kids,” says Jenny, “and she has the knowledge and experience to adapt her lessons to the kids’ level. When she sits down with a group of kids, it’s like she’s telling the best story they’ve ever heard.” Outside of school gardens, Sherri never strays too far away from plants. In her free time, she enjoys wandering through the woods collecting wild mushrooms with Daphne, her black and white border collie. Their explorations remind Sherri of childhood visits with her grandmother in Ohio. “My grandmother inspired my interest in nature,” Sherri says. “She kept a beautiful garden, and we spent a lot of time looking at birds and butterflies in the woods and collecting mud from the creek.” Following in her grandmother’s footsteps, Sherri inspires children to see the beauty and wonder of nature, both out of doors and on their plates. Ó

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Local Author Writes Children's Book e careful what you water, because it will surely grow” is the powerful message of the children’s book Seeds and Trees, written by Redding author Brandon Walden. With illustrations by Kristen and Kevin How-

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After the initial success of the book, a re-release of Seeds and Trees is in the works. Currently, the book is available through Amazon.com, and also locally at: • The Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave, Redding. • Bethel Bookstore, 933 College View Dr, Redding, shop.bethel.com • Sketch & Press, 1244 California St, Redding, sketchandpress.com Check for availability at your favorite local bookshop or library, or suggest they purchase it!

The illustrated storybook was born out of Walden’s desire to teach parents, caregivers, and children just how powerful the spoken word can be. “Our words can hurt, or our words can heal,” he says. The book is meant to help “uproot the seeds of shame” that often come with various forms of childhood trauma. It is designed to assist parents, caregivers, teachers, and therapists with the language they can use to help children identify the bad seeds, or words, that they have been hearing. Walden and his wife, Stephanie, are the founders of The Treasured Tree, a publishing house and collaborative group of content creators. The sole focus of the Treasured Tree, according to the website, “is producing content that encourages the hearts of children and children at heart.” They do this through various forms of media like children's books, video illustrations, peer to peer content, social experiments, and speaking engagements. With a background in business, Walden says “it was never my life’s goal to write children's books.” Seeds and Trees started off as what he describes as “a passion project,” and took about three and a half years to complete. After seeing the response that the book has received, and “realizing the book had the potential that it did,” he says there are definitely more books in his future, with Seeds and Trees the first in a series that deals with different issues of the heart. Walden says it is his hope that the book will cause parents to pause for a moment when speaking to their kids. “As parents, we don’t always realize the impact that words can have,” he explains. Walden describes Seeds and Trees being as much “for the child of heart as it is for children.” For very young children, Walden advises parents to “definitely take the time to explain the thoughts” and concepts in the books when reading with their children. For more information on the Treasured Tree, please visit: thetreasuredtree.com. Ó

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localicious By Erin Bianchi, MS, RD

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• 1 cup spelt flour • ½ cup coconut flour • ½ cup tapioca flour • ½ teaspoon sea salt • ¼ cup coconut sugar • ½ cup coconut oil, melted • 1 egg Line muffin tin with 12 baking cups. Combine all dry ingredients and stir well. In a separate bowl mix melted coconut oil and egg. Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients. The dough will look crumbly but will press together easily. Use a tablespoon to scoop out dough into a small ball. Press the ball into the lined muffin tin with your fingers, forming a small pie crust. Add desired filling and bake according to filling instructions.

Pecan Pie Filling • 1 ½ cups pecans • 3 eggs • ½ cup coconut sugar • 3 tablespoons butter or coconut oil • ¾ cup honey • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon • 1 teaspoon vanilla Preheat oven to 350.

hanksgiving has long been my favorite holiday. There’s nothing much better than being surrounded by family and friends and food. For this November issue of North State Parent, I want to share a twist on a traditional dessert and inspire you to create a new tradition in your home. Mini Pies! Mini versions of pie can be much less daunting than full-sized pies, and they’re also super fun for kids. With mini pies, there are no pie beads, pie birds, chilled dough or perfectly crimped edges. With mini pies there are muffin liners that can be placed in muffin tins by little helping hands, there’s dough that can be just pressed into the lined muffin tin and there’s filling spooned on top of the dough. That’s it. It's simple and fun, plus it’s a cinch to make a variety of pies to suit everyone’s preferences. The result is easy as pie, pun intended. Try these recipes for for pumpkin, pecan and apple mini pies. These pies are not only traditional but also seasonal. Pecans are harvested in northern California in September, so the fresh crop is available just in time for Thanksgiving and the pumpkin patches are still overflowing with the perfect cooking pumpkins. Local pumpkins can be found at the following locations: Hunter Orchards (Grenada), Papa’s Pump-

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kin Patch (Weed), Nash Ranch (Redding), Hawes Ranch (Anderson), Julia’s Fruit Stand (Los Molinos), Book Family Farm (Durham), Country Pumpkins (Orland), Maisie Jane’s (Chico), Patrick Ranch (Chico) and Peterson Sisters Pumpkin Patch (Chico). Ask for help choosing a pumpkin for cooking; most pumpkin patches will have at least one or two varieties that are great in pies. To cook pumpkin, start by cutting it in half and scooping out the gooey insides. Lay the pumpkin halves face down on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until inner meat is soft. Remove from oven and let rest until pumpkin is cool enough to touch. Scoop out cooked pumpkin meat with a spoon, then puree in blender or food processor until smooth. Ó

Erin Bianchi, MS, RD, is a mom, a registered dietitian, a writer and an all-around food lover. She and her husband live on a walnut orchard in northern California. Erin is a passionate advocate for local farms and cooking with local ingredients. You can follow Erin’s food and farming journey on her Instagram account @thefarmerandthecook.

Localicious is a monthly column celebrating food in the North State. If you would like to suggest a food-related business or organization, email us at localicious@northstateparent.com.

In a bowl, combine all ingredients except for pecans and mix well. Divide pecans into prepared miniature crusts then pour mixture over pecans. Bake 20 - 25 minutes.

Apple Pie Filling • 5 apples • 2 tablespoons lemon juice • ¼ cup maple syrup • 1 tablespoon cinnamon • 1 teaspoon cardamom Preheat oven to 350. Core apples and cut into chunks. Place apple chunks into food processor and pulse until apples are chopped into small uniform pieces. Pour into a bowl and stir in all other ingredients. When apples are well-coated spoon mixture into muffin tins prepared with the crust. Bake 20 - 25 minutes or until apple pieces are soft.

Pumpkin Pie Filling • 2 cups pumpkin puree or 1 can pumpkin puree • 2 eggs room temperature • ½ cup coconut milk • ½ cup maple syrup • 2 tablespoons creamy almond butter • ¼ teaspoon sea salt • 1 teaspoon cinnamon • ½ teaspoon nutmeg • ½ teaspoon ginger • ½ teaspoon allspice • ¼ teaspoon cardamom Preheat the oven to 350. In a medium bowl, whisk together all ingredients until completely smooth and combined. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust muffin tins. Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until the center of the pie doesn't jiggle. Allow to cool for at least two hours before serving to let set. (bakerita.com)

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for community By Jenna Christophersen

Azad’s Thanksgiving Basket Brigade families in need. Azad knows many of the volunteers, but many—like Emily and her dad—he meets while packing baskets side by side. Over the years, the brigade has delivered Thanksgiving dinners for more than 35,000 people. Grandmaster Azad explains that most of the recipients have fallen upon financial hardships due to job losses, illnesses, or other challenges. The baskets act as a kind of stepstool to climb up onto the road to recovery; a gesture of care and compassion that encourages recipients to step up and out of their circumstances by reminding them they are not alone. The baskets are gifts, not simply free handouts. No recipient may receive a dinner more than once and all recipients are encouraged to turn around and serve other families in future years. “The message is that you are not stuck in your scenario,” says Azad. “Here is a community coming forward to help you get yourself out of a bad situation. Next year, you can step forward 11 and help us.”

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wo months after losing her mother to cancer, thirteen-year-old “Emily” lay on her bed, wrapped in blankets of sorrow too heavy to lift. She switched on the radio and heard Grandmaster Azad’s voice floating through the air, inviting volunteers to help at his annual Thanksgiving Basket Brigade. As he described packing and delivering Thanksgiving meals to families in need, Emily thought of her mom’s countless hours of volunteer work. A new energy seeped into her veins. Before the announcement ended, Emily bounded out of her room to tell her dad where she wanted to spend the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. Grandmaster Azad, owner of Azad’s Martial Arts Center in Chico, CA, has hosted the Thanksgiving Basket Brigade for 27 years. It started with wanting to show compassion to a particular family in need. The next year, Azad decided to expand the idea by inviting the staff of his school to benefit several families. The following year, the invitation went out to Azad’s students. Now, each Thanksgiving, about 200 volunteers pack Thanksgiving meals into baskets, load them in cars, and deliver them to 250

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In addition to helping those in need, the Thanksgiving Basket Brigade offers community members an avenue to serve. “There are hundreds of people in Chico who want to do something for their community, but they really don’t know where to begin,” says the grandmaster. “This is an opportunity for community members to come together outside of their political views and idiosyncrasies and help other people. It is a way for people who are in tough situations financially to know this community cares.” Azad also sees the brigade as an opportunity for families to volunteer together to “train the next generation to be more compassionate and mindful of the difficulties others face.” Azad prioritizes delivering to families with school-age kids who can understand that “Thanksgiving is about putting differences aside to make peace, giving thanks, and breaking bread together.” Azad’s Martial Arts Center receives financial donations to purchase all the ingredients for the baskets. By delivering the baskets on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, Azad ensures recipients can thaw the turkey, cook it the way they like it, and invite family and friends to share the meal with them on Thanksgiving Day. “What makes me do this year after year are respect, courage, and compassion,” says Azad, “but also the deal of providing an opportunity for the community to come and give to itself. It’s about creating a better community and a better world.”

Four ways to get involved: • Donate funds at Azad’s Martial Arts Center (313 Walnut St., Chico). A donation of $40 pays for one basket, which can feed a family of eight. • Call 892-2923 or 896-0777 in advance to sign up as a delivery driver. • Refer a family in need by calling or visiting the center. To qualify, families must be deserving, live in Chico, be first-time recipients, and have school-age kids. • Come to Azad’s Martial Arts Center at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, November 20th to help pack baskets, load vehicles for delivery, clean up after the event, and enjoy a Thanksgiving meal with fellow volunteers to live music by The Blue Hippies. Ó

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ith over 400,000 American children in foster care, and nearly 120,000 waiting for adoption, it is clear that families are waiting to be made. November is National Adoption Awareness Month, with events and programs happening in counties and cities near you. I felt this was an excellent time to examine the goals and processes of adoption. After talking to some adoptive parents, I decided that sharing their experience, both their trials and tribulations, might be more meaningful if you are considering adoption. There are as many reasons why people decide to adopt, as there are kids waiting for adoption. For some parents it is fertility or medical issues, while others have genetic concerns that they don’t want to pass along to biological children. Others want to help a pregnant woman who is incapable of caring for her child. Some decide that once their biological children have grown, they need to fill the “empty nest” with more children. Some have been foster parents and have decided to make a permanent home for a child. Some want to adopt for joy; others have grieved the loss of a child of their own. 13 Some want to give a child a fresh start; a few simply feel a call to adopt.

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A Family in the Making Regardless of parental motivation, Natalie Gwyn, author of the book, The Okayest Mom, reminds me, “from the child’s perspective, adoption is always, always, always born of grief.” Children are in need of adoption because they have gone through some trauma that removed their parents from them, be it drugs, mental health, death, prison, The Heart Gallery is a traveling financial reasons or even genocide. photographic and audio exhibit created to find forever families for Natalie, of Shasta County, is “The children in foster care. The Heart Okayest Mom” to six children, two biGallery of America is a collaborative ological and four adopted Ethiopian project of over 80 Heart Galleries children. Blending six kids, all aged across the United States designed between 5 and 10, is difficult in the to increase the number of adoptive best of situations; adding differences families for children needing in race, culture, religion and life exhomes in our community. Now, in its 16th year, the Heart Gallery perience makes it much tougher. For model is being replicated in many Natalie, it took two years before she communities across the country. could take a deep breath and realize it Although many of these children was all going to be okay. Despite that were removed from abusive and experience, her advice to potential neglectful situations, they still have adoptive parents is, “if you wait until hope. They love to laugh, to learn, and to be with their friends. Most of you’re not afraid, you’ll miss your opall, they dream of finding a forever portunity.” family to be their own. Once the idea of adopting enters your consciousness, it’s a good idea to visualize what that looks like to you. It is critical that you are honest with yourself, not only about your motivation but what traits you are open to adopting a child with. Are you envisioning an infant or an older child? Are you open to medical or developmental issues? Is race or ethnicity an issue to you? What cultural diversity are you willing to embrace, es14 pecially if adopting an older child from another culture?

Your Resilient Child Makes the World a Better Place By Deborah Peel

he world is a better place just because your child is in it, right? Proud parents respond with a resounding, “heck yeah!” You know it, but does your child know it?

Finding ways to help your child realize he or she really does make a difference is essential to building resilience. Resilience is that thing that helps us cope with disappointments, work through challenges, and bounce back from traumatic events. It’s important to navigating life. In a complicated world, making positive contributions is one way your child can build and strengthen resilience. As a parent, you can take the lead on what it means to contribute, what that looks like, and how it feels. Start by explaining that not everyone has what they need, but we can help. Create age-appropriate chances for your child to contribute, starting with something for others in the family and expanding to doing something for people in the community. Encourage little acts of kindness like a hug for a sad friend, brother, sister, or the family dog. Give young children a vote when you’re choosing a cause. Should we do blankets to the homeless shelter, support a canned food drive, or give books for children who have lost theirs during a disaster? Take them with you to deliver donations. Each contribution confirms for your child that he or she, indeed, makes the world a much better place. Kenneth Ginsburg, M.D., MS Ed, FAAP, Professor of Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, says, “Resilience isn’t a simple, one-part entity” and he’s identified seven “C’s” that build resilience: Competence, Confidence, Connection, Character, Contribution, Coping, and Control. Parents can visit www.fosteringresilience.com to learn more about using the seven C’s to guide children through experiences that build their internal resilience. Your child has everything to gain from making a personal contribution, including good feelings about himself, a powerful sense of purpose, and becoming more resilient. If you want to support your child’s developing resilience, there’s no need to wait until there’s a problem. Be proactive and begin with opportunities to contribute. Each contribution reminds your child that s/he makes the world a better place. Ó

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A Family in the Making And most importantly, are you and your spouse or significant other on the same page? This visualization process is arduous with ups and downs. Even after adoption it often takes a year or two for all involved to blend into a family unit. If one parent is dragging the other into this, it makes it much more difficult and likely less successful. The next step will depend on your vision. The most common paths to adoption are: • Infant adoption through a private agency, usually from a birth mother. • Foreign adoption through an agency specializing in such adoptions. • Adoption from relatives by way of an agency or attorney. • Adoption from foster care There are exceptions and variations in some cases, but since adoption is regulated by the State of California, most other types of adoption are illegal. Match your vision to the pathway and take the first step. Natalie Gwyn chose international adoption to blend four Ethiopian kids into her family. Former teacher Julie Wold and her husband George, the agriculture teacher at Anderson High School, decided to open their home to foster children after seeing a Heart Gallery exhibit in Redding. They reached out to Shasta County Social Services and started asking questions, attended an orientation and have since adopted six children via foster care. “Because of our years of teaching, we had plenty of experience with children with special needs and decided that we were open to anything, except mobility issues due to the design of our house which isn’t compatible with wheelchairs.” By being open, their options expanded greatly. Be realistic about what you can take on, then ask yourself what Julie does, “Can I offer them something that nobody else can or has?” Regardless of your motivations, it must be about the kids and giving them

love and stability and a future. Many of these kids have never had any of that. There are also agencies that bridge the gap between public and private adoption, like Lilliput Families, which are contracted to specific counties to find safe, loving homes for children in need. With offices in Chico and Redding, Lilliput Families can help not only with the placement of a child but training and coaching the parents, kinship and family-finding services as well. Doni DeBolt, Director of Community Relations at Lilliput told me, “with over 66,000 foster kids in California alone and more than 16,000 ready and waiting to be adopted, we work hard to help find these kids a forever home.” She also warned, “there are difficulties when fostering and caring for children, it is especially difficult if the child that you’ve loved and cared for gets returned to their biological parent(s). But keep in mind, you have the opportunity to give them love like the child has never known.” Most instate adoptions occur through the foster care system. But whether you foster or adopt, Lilliput’s tagline says it all, “Change a child’s life so that they can change the world.” Ó

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A Fairytale Friendship J

ake Bevens wasn't very interested in ballet at a young age; he favored his activities in gymnastics instead. But when one of his coaches insisted that he try ballet to gain an edge in his athletic pursuits, Jake decided to give it a try, and to his surprise, unexpectedly found a life-long passion. When he was 11, Jake joined Chico Community Ballet. Male ballet dancers are hard to come by, and he

was soon in demand for lead roles. His first ballet performance on stage, the same year he joined CCB, was in Laxson Auditorium, where he appeared in “Coppelia,” the annual coproduction between Chico Performances and Chico Community Ballet. Since then, Jake has danced seven lead parts in CCB productions, becoming one of their best success stories. He now works for Disney, and also dances professional-

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A Fairytale Friendship or dance companies… I continued to do other sports but as I got older being around all the girls was a plus!” Jake found that being a lead male in ballet had its perks, and danced with many female performers during his time with CCB. However, one young ballerina – Cameryn Titus – seemed to click especially well with Jake. Cameryn started dancing when she was just four years old, and by eight she had joined CCB’s corps. Her first performance as a pre-dancer was in “The Nutcracker” in 1998, performed on the stage at Laxson Auditorium. Since her debut that year, Camryn has danced the lead roles in seven of the annual CCB performances in Laxson. In three of those lead roles, she has been partnered up with Jake as her leading man; twice they were featured as Prince Philip and Princess Aurora in Sleeping Beauty, and the duo danced the lead roles of Clara/Angeline and the Nutcracker Prince in the more recent A Very Chico Nutcracker. Both have danced together in nearly all of the CCB holiday productions since 2001. Between leaving for college, jobs, and starting families, the ballet has continued to bring them back together year after year. Throughout their tenure with Chico Community Ballet, the pair have formed a lifelong friendship that enriches their lives on and off the stage. This year, the duo will once again be partnered up in lead roles in the upcoming CCB and Chico Performances production of “Cinderella.” Pledging to bring a fresh twist to the time-honored story that has entertained audiences for years, CCB aims to retain a historic feel, while incorporating new elements like mesmerizing costumes and enchanting scenery. Artistic Director Deborah Jorritsma aims to bring a moral to this season’s production with a take-away of kindness. She notes, “Only true kindness is worthy of a fairy’s gift, for without it we can do nothing, but with it, anything is possible.” This year marks “Cinderella’s” fifth appearance on the stage of Laxson Auditorium since 1989. Thirty-seven Chico Community Ballet company members, additional guests and community actors will dance to Sergei Prokofiev's classical score and illuminate the magic of a story that transcends generations. This wonderful opportunity to immerse the family in the magic of “Cinderella” will take place in Laxson Auditorium on the campus of California State University, Chico on Saturday, November 17 at 2pm and 7:30pm, and the following Saturday and Sunday, November 24 and 25, at 2pm. Each 2pm matinee performance will feature an autograph party after the show, giving everyone a chance to meet and take photos with their favorite dancers in costume. Tickets for “Cinderella” are available at the University Box Office, located on the first floor of Sierra Hall on the corner of West Third and Chestnut Streets in downtown Chico, or online at www.chicoperformances.com. For more information, call the University Box office at (530) 898-6333. Ó Please say you saw it in North State Parent magazine. This helps us grow!

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A TRIP TO THE PAST:

Life in a Covered Wagon For the past 23 years, David Vixieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seventh and eighth-grade students at Paradise Adventist Academy in Butte County have taken a trip into the past. For one week each year, Vixie and his students, along with some parents and volunteers, don period clothing from the mid-1800s, hitch up covered wagons to mules and head off on one of the many trails traveled over a century ago during the westward migration. Photos by Moita Lindgren, Ten Toes Photography

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A Trip to the Past: Life in a Covered Wagon For one week, with a few exceptions, they live as the pioneers did. Traveling at roughly three miles per hour, students see varied landscapes from the deserts of western Nevada to “the rough roads of the Sierra Mountains,” says Vixie. They have experienced all types of weather, from temperatures topping 100 degrees to flurries of snow outside of Carson City, Nevada. Vixie knew he wanted to teach from an early age. He remembers sitting in class after having completed assignments early and contemplating how he would instruct those same lessons. He was 13 years old, the same age many of his students are now, and he knew he wanted to do something different to make the lessons come alive for students. The covered wagon trip has evolved from a project rebuilding an old, broken down wagon that Vixie did with his students over 24 years ago, to five wagons and an average of 25 to 30 students per trip today. Vixie credits the volunteers who accompany the students on the trips with enriching their experience. He calls their donation of time, finances and skills “an amazing gift” and states that many volunteers have been on repeat trips after they see what an impact it has on the children. Paradise Adventist Academy Principal Monte Nystrom has been taking part for the past 23 years. His favorite aspect is witnessing the students’ “profound growth and the confidence they develop as they face and overcome challenges.” Students learn valuable life lessons on the trails. “They develop leadership skills as they ‘take charge’ of the wagon train,” Nystrom says, adding, “They develop "citizenship skills" as they experience the natural consequences of cooperating, or not cooperating, with their fellow travelers.” The pioneers of the mid-1800s wrote of their travels in diaries, which Vixie incorporates into his lessons. Vixie refers to these as “the voices of the pioneers,” and it is from these diaries and travel guides that he plans the adventures each year. The trips occur mostly in the fall when the weather is more predictable and often coincide with anniversaries of pioneer travels from the diaries. “I’ve even read those diaries in those same spots on the trails,” Vixie says. Regarding his students, he feels that reading the diaries aloud “improves their relationship to 20 the actual emmigration experience.”

REFLECTIONS OF A SPECIAL NEEDS PARENT BY JENNIFER ARNOLD

Eloping: Every Autism Parent’s Worst Nightmare

here is a term that many parents of special needs children are familiar with. It means to wander off, bolt, escape or run away. This behavior is referred to as “eloping," but that connotation has always bothered me. I associate “eloping” with getting married, which is meant to be a joyful and happy occasion, and there is nothing joyful or happy about this type of activity. It seems to be especially prevalent in children on the autism spectrum, and our 11-year-old daughter Lilly is no exception. Children and adults on the spectrum wander off or bolt for a multitude of reasons; exploring, seeking out a favorite place, trying to avoid anxiety or discomfort, or in mid-meltdown. Every time we go somewhere unfamiliar with Lilly, I am in a constant state of hypervigilance, scoping out our surroundings for any major danger zones should she happen to get agitated. We have chain locks on all the doors due to her past escapes, and after an incident several years ago on a family vacation where she wandered off my in-laws’ property, I make sure she is always within arm’s reach when we leave the house. I have read countless news stories about autistic children wandering off, and the outcomes are often tragic. My heart breaks a little each time because I know how easily that could have been our child. There is no magic solution to keep kids from wandering, but technology is advancing in ways that could give parents a little extra peace of mind. GPS tracking devices (usually in the form of a bracelet or a clip-on) are now available. There is a tendency to blame the parents in cases of children wandering, but I can tell you that the day Lilly walked off while we were on vacation, there were at least three adults present within feet of her, and she still managed to quickly and quietly slip away. It can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. If you have a child who is inclined to wander, creating awareness is one of the best things you can do to keep them safe. Give your neighbors a heads-up, as well as the police. Educate everyone you know who might be around your child for any length of time because in cases like these, it does take a village. Ó

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A Trip to the Past: Life in a Covered Wagon A lot of planning goes into each journey. Vixie does the bulk of the behind-the-scenes preparation, while his students create a replica of an outfit from the 1800s to wear for the duration of the journey. The students also plan their meals ahead of time, sticking as close to a pioneer menu as possible, using “food that shows up in the diaries,” says Vixie. Students prepare ingredients from scratch at the school to use while on their travels. The cook their food over an open flame in cast iron, which leads Vixie to provide a few cooking lessons before they depart, for safety’s sake as well as educational purposes. He explains, “cold cast iron looks the same as hot cast iron” to those unfamiliar with using it. Moita Lindgren, whose son Saber is a seventh grader at Paradise Adventist Academy, accompanied Vixie and his students on their most recent voyage in September. One of her most significant takeaways from the trip was learning that “it’s ok to let your child try– even if that ends in failure. We

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often want to jump in and tell them the answers or tell them the right way to do something, because we know better. There is a greater learning opportunity when they go through a decision-making process themselves, rather than to have had a decision made for them.” She says that her son’s favorite part of the trip was the opportunity to drive the mules that pulled the wagons. She could not pinpoint her favorite part of the week, but rather valued the experience, after all, “How many people can say they went on a covered wagon trip?” Ó

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Chico Montessori Children's House

814 Glenn St. • (530) 342-5518 www.chicomontessori.com S Ages: 2.9-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 8:30am-4pm or 5:30pm Montessori-trained teachers for the development of the whole child. Emphasis on inner motivation, using the child's natural curiosity and delight in discovery. Sessions offered a.m., p.m. and full day. Lic# 045406630

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Grant Preschool

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

Kids and Me Preschool

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

Montessori Children's House of Shady Oaks

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

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

Secret Garden

118 Churn Creek Rd. • (530) 244-1891 www.secretgardenredding.com DSM Ages: 2-K • Times: M-F, 7:30am-6pm We offer excellent pre-K phonics, Kindergarten Readiness with assessments. A full curriculum with cultural appreciation, farm animals, natural foods, plenty of time for reading books, empathy building, respect for others and a huge outdoor play area including a giant sandbox. Lic# 455405638

Trinity Lutheran Early Learning Center

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

West Redding Preschool

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

YMCA Collaborative Preschools

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

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ART & MUSEUM EXHIBITS 2nd Saturday Art Gallery; Dunsmuir. Cross Cultures is a colorful, multi-artist exhibit curated by Anastasia Nelson & Phil Dynan of Red Bluff Gallery. Everyone is invited to an opening reception. See details on the 10th. All ages. Mon-Sat, 11am-4pm; Sundays, 124pm; thru 12/29. Free. Siskiyou Arts Museum, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711. Between Two Worlds: Untold Stories Of Refugees From Laos; Redding. For many Southeast Asian

people, the Vietnam War challenged & changed their concepts of home & culture. This exhibition from the Center for Lao Studies tells the refugees’ stories in their own words. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru 1/13. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Chico Air Museum; Chico. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. ThSun, 9am-2pm. Also offers group/field trip visits by reservation. Free, but donations helpful. 165 Ryan Ave. at the Chico airport. (530)345-6468. Chico Creek Nature Center; Chico. Experience nature indoors at this delightful, small, child-friendly location. Geared towards nature, animals & science. Meet a variety of reptiles, a western screech owl & a red-tailed hawk. Includes a playroom for young children. Also offers seasonal children’s nature camps. Wed-Sat, 11am-3pm. Closed some holidays; call ahead. 1968 E 8th St. in lower Bidwell Park (530)891-4671. Chico Through Time Exhibit; Chico. Explore Chico’s history in 12 themes. Kids love the interactive 1900s classroom, imagining being a jeweler at Clifford’s Jewelry & learning about directing planes by listening to Chico Air Traffic Control recordings. There’s plenty for adults to enjoy too. Th-Sun, 11am-4pm. $3-$5. Chico Museum, housed in the historic Andrew Carnegie Library adjacent to CSU, Chico, 141 Salem St. (530)891-4336. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the world of science exhibits at Gateway Science Museum. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-5pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Incredible Inventions: An Interactive History Of Science For Children; Redding. From ball bearings, to gears & architecture, everything you create today is built on a strong foundation of ancient science & engineering. Created by Artisans of Florence, 50 highly interactive stations let families follow in the footsteps of Archimedes, Marcus Vitruvius & Leonardo da Vinci. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat-Sun,

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10am-4pm; thru 1/4. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Monca: The Museum Of Northern California Art; Chico. Art for all ages. Ongoing exhibitions with Nights of Art Making & panel discussions. For children: Outings with Artists, field trips to the museum & educational outreach in the classroom. For families: films, live music & more. Guided tours available. Open weekly, Th–Sun, 11am-5pm. $5; free for students & children. 900 Esplanade. (530)487-7272. Rock Penjing; Redding. Experience the intersection of art, nature & horticulture in the ancient Chinese art form, Penjing. See these marvelous miniature landscapes that capture that country’s soaring mountains & unique greenery. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru 11/16. Free for members or with park admission; $3/garden admission. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Shadows Of The Human Condition Exhibit; Redding. Take a deeper look at homelessness & human trafficking in artist Sandra Relyea’s thought-provoking exhibition, which utilizes light & silhouettes to bring these important topics “out of the shadows.” Explore these topics as they relate to our local & global communities & learn what you can do to help break the cycle. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru 1/13. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. The Great Outdoors; Redding. Despite wildfires, floods, volcanic eruptions & blazing summertime temperatures, the North State has long been a mecca for outdoor recreation. Turtle Bay’s collection reflects a fascination with outdoor recreation, vintage ski equipment & camping gear, and hunting & fishing accessories. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru 1/13. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

MONTH-LONG & SPECIAL HAPPENINGS A Maker’s Space; Paradise. Tap into your creative side & let your imagination run wild in a do-it-yourself shop atmosphere. Birthday party offerings. All ages. $5/person; $45/10-session punch pass. 5729 Almond St. (530)413-9499. Aquatic Adventures; Redding. Learn about water ecosystems & the importance of the Sacramento River through a variety of fun interpretive programs like fish & beaver feedings, turtle talks & training sessions. Wed-Sun, 10:30-11am; thru 4/30. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Basecamp Boulders Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Climbing fun on multiple routes in a bouldering room featuring about 600 sq. ft. of climbing surface. All ages welcome; 14 & under with parent supervision. Tue-Sun: 12-4pm. $5/day pass, $40/monthly pass; shoe rental $4. Shasta Base Camp, 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359. Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Chico Art School & Gallery Art Lessons. Drawing & painting lessons for all levels. Homeschool, after-school & Saturday lessons avail. Ages 7 & up. 1-2:30pm or 3:30-5pm. $30/per class; $35/per drop-in class. 261 E. 3rd St. (530)570-3895. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Daily, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane up to 5 people, then $5/pp up to 8 players, includes shoes; must pre-reg. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Ishi Archery Club; Red Bluff. Enjoy some screen-free family time out on the archery range. Call for more details & waiver info. Ages 6 & up with parental supervision. Open daily, dawn to dusk. $5/day-pass; $40/

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER individual yearly pass; $45/family yearly pass. Hwy 36, 2.7 miles east of the junction. (530)347-5442. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on fun with your young child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes a special activity each day. Learn ways to follow your child’s lead & enjoy time playing together. Designed for ages 0-5. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. $7/hr., $4-$6/hr. with punch card. Feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Children ages 6 months-9 years & their accompanying adults use their imaginations in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Fri & Sat, 1011:30am or 12:30-2pm. $5/child (adult free); drop-ins welcome. 5923 Clark Rd., Ste. B & C. (530)712-1050. Painting & Drawing Lessons; Chico. Artist & instructor Janet Lombardi Blixt invites children ages 7 & up to enjoy creative exploration with painting & drawing in a supportive & friendly instructional atmosphere. All levels welcome. Tue-Th, 1-2:30pm. $35/weekly. 261 E. 3rd St. (530)570-3895. Parrot Playhouse; Redding. Walk through an interactive aviary featuring beautiful Australian lorikeets; feed colorful birds from your hand. Wed-Sun, 9:30am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10:30am-4pm. Closed 11:45am-1pm daily. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Nectar cups $1. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Paul Bunyan’s Forest Camp; Redding. Children view the animals & explore hands-on exhibits like the new

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Smokejumper exhibit, then stroll outside to enjoy outdoor play equipment, the Parrot Playhouse & the seasonal butterfly house. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat-Sun 10am-4pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Pottery Classes; Mt. Shasta. Schedule a pottery class any time & have fun creating monsters, plates, cups & whatever imaginative projects you have in mind. Ages 5 & up. Classes available 24/7. $79/2 students; must pre-reg. Shasta Clayworks Pottery, 612 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)925-3792. Shasta Rock Club; Redding. Climbing gym aimed at building community by inspiring, educating & challenging people thru a unique rock climbing experience. All ages. Mon-Fri, 1-9pm; Sat & Sun, 10am-6pm. $14/ adult; $11/youth; individual & family memberships avail (depending on experience level); $4 shoe rental avail. Shasta Rock Club, 2325 Athens Ave. (530)691-4505. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. $6-$20; ages 2 & under free. 4995 Durham-Pentz Rd. (928)533-1000. Y Club Tween & Teen Enrichment Program; Shasta County. Offers food, fun, facilitated activities, homework help, a computer lab, fitness (including swimming, basketball & other court sports), a chance to socialize, leadership development & more. Ages 1218. M-F, 2-6pm. Must pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

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TEHAMA COUNTY TK-8 Public Charter School Homestudy Program

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Hometown Holiday Events HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS IN CORNING

Polar Bear Express at the State Theatre Saturday November 24th at 2pm;$2 Parade at 5:30pm

Saturday December 1st Craft Fair 8am-4pm, Veterans’ Hall Spaghetti Feed 5-7pm, Fire Hall Light Parade Downtown at 5:30pm Call for entry info 530-824-5550

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BUTTE COUNTY After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. Weekly playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children & parents. Independent & inclusive, all homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. Call for location & group info. or find them on Facebook. (530)828-9288. 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/month or $10/class. Tue/Th, 3:30-5pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Ste. 120. (530)894-2227. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Thu, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Grandparenting Class; Chico. If you have a new grandchild on the way, this class is for you. Join other grandparents & learn infant-child CPR techniques, infant safe sleep recommendations, the benefits of breastfeeding & tips on how to support your adult child & his/her family. For adults. 5-7pm. $45/person. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd. #120. (530)332-3970.

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(530) 529-0866 • Red Bluff WWW.WHITTENBERG.ORG

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A SANTA’S ELVES CHRISTMAS FAIR Saturday December 1st; 10am-4pm at the Red Bluff Fairgrounds Toy Drive, Bike Rodeo, High School Victorian Carolers & more!

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PROGRAM REGISTRATION Fall Adventures; Redding. What are you doing during fall & winter breaks? Add to your holiday fun with this exciting day camp program. Ages 5-11. M-W, 11/1921. 7:30am-5:30pm. $87; must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Gymtastic Thanksgiving Camp; Redding. Sign your child up for an active & fun camp! Children will participate in all sorts of activities like gymnastics fun, trampolines, foam pit, rope swing, team building games, obstacle course & more. Ages 5 & up. 11/19-21, 8am-12pm or 8am-4pm. $35/half-day; $55/full-day; must pre-reg. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Scott Valley Schools’ Turkey Trot Registration; Fort Jones. This fun 14th annual tradition raises funds for two elementary schools. Sign up for the 5K walk/run or more serious “Stuffing Strut” 10K run on 11/16 at Fort Jones elementary. Pre-reg at active.com. (530)925-0035. YMCA Fall Holiday Camps; Shasta County. Enjoy your school break participating in fun activities with friends at YMCA day camps for grades K-8. Camps held at Boulder Creek & North Cottonwood schools. 11/20-22, 7am6pm. Pre-reg by 11/12. Find more info online or call Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. YMCA Preschool Holiday Care; Shasta County. Day camp for preschool children ages 2-5. 11/2022, 7am-6pm. Held at Manzanita YMCA Preschool, Lic.455406288. Pre-reg by 11/12. Find more info online or call Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

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Enjoy a multi-cultural musical show at Shasta Live Presents Five Sax in Redding. See the 2nd. (Shasta County)

Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on fun with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes a special activity each day. Learn ways to follow your child’s lead & enjoy time playing together. Designed for ages 0-5. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. $7/hr., $4-$6/hr. with punch card. Feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Open Studio At A Maker’s Space; Paradise. Work on whatever you would like with the supplies on the craft wall. Self-guided, no instruction. Children ages 10 & under must be assisted by a paying adult. All ages. Tue & Th, 3-6pm. $5/person; $45/10-punch pass; drop-ins welcome. 5729 Almond St. (530)413-9499. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm, $3); Racing on Th (reg. 6pm, race 7pm; $10) & Sun (reg. 10am, race 11am; $10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs & activities for children. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Storytime; Paradise. Nurture your child’s love for reading through stories & songs while making new friends. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Stroller Strides; Chico. A total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking & intervals of strength & body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller & the environment. Instructors weave songs & activities into the routine designed to entertain & engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mom. All ages. Mon-Th, 9:15am; thru 11/29. $11/ class. One Mile Recreation Area, 851 Woodland Ave. (530)588-8215. Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes. Ages 0-3. Th, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.

SHASTA COUNTY Anderson Library Storytime: I know An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Pie; Anderson. Enjoy a story read by local author Linda Boyden & Marie Calendar’s pie. Crafts & stickers provided by First 5 Shasta. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm; Th. $5. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Drop-In Toddler & Preschool Gymnastics; Redding. A fun combination of gymnastics, strength & conditioning. Children learn age-appropriate skills & drills on floor, beam, bar & springboard. Ages 3-5. Th, 10:1511am. $7.50/class (Y members $20). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

Families Honoring Our Troops; Redding. This small action & support group works on projects that honor our troops. All are welcome. 1st Th, 6pm. IHOP Restaurant, Hilltop Dr. (530)241-6095. Freestyle Fun With Ninjakour; Redding. This program is designed to teach how to move from one point to another as smoothly, efficiently and quickly as possible using the abilities of the human body through an obstacle course in a structured & safe environment. Ages 4-12. Mon, 5-6pm (beginner); Mon/Th, 5-6pm (beginner) or 6-7pm (intermediate). $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5): intro to tumbling & trampolines to learn safety, skills, terminology & social interaction; 4-4:45pm, $50/month. Tumblefun (ages 6-10): intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun training skills for exercise; 4-5pm, $55/ month. All classes coached by owners Tarro & Julie. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Girls Gymnastics; Redding. Gymnasts become familiar with beam, floor, trampoline & vault. Ages 4-12. MonTh, times vary. $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Hula Classes; Redding. Students learn about Hawaiian culture with dance, music, songs, chants, stories, weaving & more. Tue/Th, 4-5pm (ages 6-14) or 5-7pm (ages 15 & up); thru 11/29. $50; must pre-reg. Teen Center, 54 Quartz Hill. (530)225-4095. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Ages 5-10. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. $10/class (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Kindernastics Gymnastics; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 have a fun time learning to use equipment while enjoying social interactions. Mon-Wed, 3:15-4pm; Wed, 5-5:45pm; Th, 6:15-7pm; Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:15-7:00pm (ages 9 & up). $25/mo. Community Center, Anderson City Hall, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Little Explorers: Birds; Redding. Big birds, small birds, short birds, tall birds. Why do they have feathers? Does the early bird always catch the worm? Learn about them all. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor.

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All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Offered to the community at no cost thanks to grant support from First 5 Shasta & Dignity Health. Tue/Th, 4:15-5:15pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. $35/month (9-month membership); shoe rental avail. Shasta Rock Club, 2325 Athens Ave. (530)691-4505. Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. Ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. Free. Anderson Family Health & Dental Center, 2801 Silver St. (530)378-0486. Teen & Adult Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Increase your skills & self-confidence as you learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome. Ages 13 & up. Tue/Th, 7:30-8:30pm. $45/month (Y members $30/month). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. What’s All The STEAM About?; Redding. Different weekly focus for preschool age children with a matching activity &/or experiment to encourage young children, before they start school, to actively explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math. Ages 3-5. Th, 9-10am. $5/ class (Y members free + $2.25 materials fee/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Children grades K-8 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome; must be able to identify right & left hands. $40/month. (Y members $25). Tue/Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate/advanced level. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. Adults: $7/class or $20/4 classes; youth: $5/class; members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month, free trial. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Prescribed Fire On Private Lands Workshop; Mt. Shasta. Learn more at this educational workshop designed for landowners & managers looking to gain skills in prescribed fire planning & implementation. Registration includes educational materials, breakfast & lunch. 9am-5:30pm. $42.99/person. Siskiyou Room in Mt. Shasta Resort, 1000 Siskiyou Lake Blvd. (530)926-5655.

TEHAMA COUNTY Christopher Hall & The Comic Quartet; Red Bluff. Symphony clarinetist turned comedian marvelously highlights the hidden comedy behind classical music. He has his audiences in uproarious laughter. All ages. 7:30pm. $30; $10 for students ages 25 & under. Red Bluff State Theatre, 333 Oak St. (530)727-8727.

2 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY After-School Legos, Crafts & Games; Paradise. Play games, build & design with Legos, make a craft. Bring your imagination & have some fun. Something different each week. This is the place to be at 2:30pm on Fridays. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Drop-ins welcome. Fri, 10-11am. Free. Paradise Library. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Parent Café; Chico. A free family night out with dinner & good conversation. A place to meet other community members in a relaxed environment. Childcare provided. All ages. 1st Fri, 6-8pm. Chico Junior High, 280 Memorial Way. (530)899-4940. Dollar Night At Chico Cheer All Stars Gym; Chico. $1=1.5 hours of fun. Play, tumble or perfect your cheer skills. Use the gym & equipment to practice any level of tumbling or stunts. Come on your own or with your group or team. $1 + signed release form. Fri, 5-7pm. 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Ste. 120. (530)894-2227. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fri, 10am-12pm. $15 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem, make friends & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:305:30pm. Free; must pre-reg. Little Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150. (530)897-0900. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages. Fri, 12pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri/Sat, 9am-5pm. Free. California Therapy Horses Ranch, 43 Canyon Dr. (530)321-9164. Joan Baez; Chico. Legendary singer, songwriter, activist & Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Joan Baez will take the stage to promote her new album, “Whistle Down the Wind.” All ages. 7:30pm. $15-$80.Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-6333. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on fun with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes a special activity each day. Learn ways to follow your child’s lead & enjoy time playing together. Designed for ages 0-5. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. $7/hr., $4-$6/hr. with punch card. Feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Get ready to play with your child again in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Ages 6mos-9yrs. Fri & Sat, 10-11:30am or 12:30-2pm. $5/ child (adult free); must pre-reg. 5923 Clark Rd., Ste. B & C. (530)712-1050. Sharing The Harvest; Paradise. Enjoy this 6th annual SHOR event with a scrumptious tri-tip dinner & silent auction & bid on a Hawaiian vacation. All ages. Doors 5:15pm; dinner 6pm. $30. Paradise Alliance Church, 6941 Clark Rd. (530)872-1162. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $7.75 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility. Focus is on having fun while learning basic techniques & drills using the tumble track, spring floor & pit. Fri, 4:30-5pm. $50/

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER month or $15/class. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., #120. (530)894-2227. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with music. Fri, 10pm-1am. $10.19/person, includes shoes; or $3.89/game + $3.59/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257.

SHASTA COUNTY Animal Spotlight Program; Redding. Meet the real stars of Turtle Bay -- the animals! Trainers bring a different animal for you to meet up close each week. Hear the special stories about these amazing animal ambassadors. All ages. Fri, 2pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes & ages welcome. 6-7pm, weather permitting. $60/year membership, races Tue ($5) & Fri ($10). Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)526-3836. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. Enjoy conditioning & strengthening activities; learn kicks & punches with punching bags. Ages 5 & up. 4-5pm. $15/class per family (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. $5/hour. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am & 10-11am. $6/jumper, parent free. Reusable jump socks required, $3. 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 0-5. Tue/Th, 8:309:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri,10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy an unlimited night of bowling, a laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15 (includes shoe rental). 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great way for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Rowell Family Empowerment. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. Shasta Live Presents Five Sax; Redding. With creative choreography & unique arrangements, Five Sax’s repertoire, rooted in classical music, ventures into American jazz & movie music, South American Latin styles & European folk music, reflecting the international membership of the quintet. All ages. 7:30pm. $40/ adults; $20/students. Cascade Theatre, 1735 Market St. (530243-8877.

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

3 | SATURDAY BUTTE COUNTY Book Sale; Chico. Find great books at low prices at this fundraising event hosted by Chico Friends of the Library. Sat, 9-11:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Book Sale; Paradise. At this twice-monthly sale, purchase gently-used books at bargain prices. Hosted by Paradise Friends of the Library. 10am-3pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Farm City Celebration Harvest Festival; Chico. Free family-fun event. Activities include kids arts & crafts, interactive animal displays, butter churning, antique & modern farm equipment, food booths, nutrition education, bee demos, tours of the historic Bidwell Mansion, a plant sale, horse-drawn carriage rides, food & much more. 10am-12pm. Bidwell Mansion, 525 Esplanade. (530)518-9914. Festival Of Roses; Chico. Wander thru the Creekside Rose Garden then check out all the roses, rosethemed handmade items & more. Don’t forget to speak to the growers themselves. All ages. 1-4:30pm. Free. Card Community Center, 545 Vallombrosa Ave. (530)345-1815. Holiday Handmade Market; Chico. Enjoy a fun day of shopping & holiday spirit. There will be a variety of vendors who make all sorts of homemade goods - clothes,

art, candles, home decor, baby items, food & more. All ages. 9am-3pm. Free. Evangelical Free Church of Chico, 1193 Filbert Ave. (530)343-6022. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri & Sat, 9am-5pm. Free. California Therapy Horses Ranch, 43 Canyon Dr. (530)321-9164. Investigation Station: Illuminating Light; Chico. Learn about Madam Curie’s journey to discovering x-rays & explore the electromagnetic spectrum as you design your own spectroscope. All ages. 1-3pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Japanese Storytime; Chico. Monthly program features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai (“paper-theater”) & Japanese songs & crafts. 1st Sat, 1pm. All ages. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3- to 5-mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8am sharp, call to confirm. Meet at Lake Oroville Visitors Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Get ready to play with your child again in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Ages 6mos-9yrs. Fri & Sat, 10-11:30am or 12:30-2pm. $5/ child (adult free); must pre-reg. 5923 Clark Rd., Ste. B & C. (530)712-1050. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. $6.75/child,

includes quad skate rental; parents skate free. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276. Saturday Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30am; Intermediate/Adv.: 12:30-1pm. $5.25 includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Soggy Dog Day; Chico. Dogs take over Shapiro Pool for water play & a free pet health fair helps owners take great care of their animals. Rain or shine. All ages. 11am-4pm. Free; water play $10/dog. Shapiro Pool at Chico Junior High, 280 Memorial Way. (530)895-4711. Symphonic Winds: All Music Was Once New; Chico. Many styles & colors of music will be the emphasis of this band concert, including several 21st century compositions. All ages. 7:30pm. $6-$18. Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-5152. Toastmaster’s Gavel Club Meeting; Chico. An affiliation of Toastmasters International, Gavel Club gives kids the same experience as a regular Toastmasters Club. The program will help children be assertive & find joy in speaking & active listening. Ages 18 & under. 1st & 3rd Sat, 4:30-5:30pm; thru 2019. Free. Mountain Mike’s Pizza banquet room, 1105 W. 5th St. (530)228-6120. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with music. Sat, 9pm-1am. $5.64/per person/game + $4.29/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545.

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A Novel & Enchanted Affair; Redding. Enjoy foods, drinks, games & an enchanted exploration of everything the library has to offer. Enchanted costumes are encouraged. All ages. 6-10pm. $40. Redding Library, 100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Baby & Me Gymnastics; Redding. Toddlers learn basic motor skills, patience, sharing, balance, coordination, basic gymnastics & movement. Ages 16mos-3yrs. Sat, 9:15-10am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. CASA Superhero Run; Redding. You can be a part of a league of superheroes. Raise awareness for local children & come out to run dressed as a super hero. All ages. 8:30am. $10-$35. Redding Civic Auditorium, 700 Auditorium Dr. (530)247-3372. Charlie Rabbit & Friends; Redding. Have fun gardening with plant-related activities for children of all ages with parents/caretakers. Wear your favorite gardening clothes. 1st Sat, 10-11am. Free for members or $3 garden admission. McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1135 Arboretum Dr. (530)243-8850. Community Holiday Bazaar; Shasta Lake City. Join local nonprofit organizations that are presenting a cookie walk, candy shop, local crafts, handmade gifts, baked goods & food mixes. Enjoy a hamburger lunch avail for purchase from 11am-1pm (or until they run out). All ages. 8am-2pm. Free. City of Shasta Lake Community Center, 4499 Main St. (530)275-1481. Creative Adults & Kids By Vital Art; Redding. Enjoy art classes for ages 5-12 & ages 18 & up. Sat, 9:3011:30am; ages 5-12; $25. 6-7:30pm; ages 18 & up; $10-$15; must pre-reg. Redding School of the Arts Activity Center, 955 Inspiration Place. (530)605-6108. Family Dance Party By Vital Art; Redding. Get your family ready to groove at this fun dance party. All ages. Sat, 4-5pm. $10; must pre-reg. Redding School of the Arts Activity Center, 955 Inspiration Place. (530)605-6108.

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 0-5. Tue/Th, 8:309:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14 practice & have fun using trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & more. Supervised free play. 10:30am-12:30pm. $10/child (members $8). 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Gather Redding Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy locally grown goodies from Red Gate Ranch, Loaves Baking, Little Sprouts Micro Farm & more. 9am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. Little Sprouts Micro Farm, 1043 State St. (530)941-2010. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Kindernastics Gymnastics; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 have a fun time learning to use equipment while enjoying social interactions. Mon-Wed, 3:15-4pm; Wed, 5-5:45pm; Th, 6:15-7pm; Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker; Redding. Celebrate the upcoming Christmas season with the experience taking North America by storm. Marking the 26th Anniversary Tour, Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker features over-the-top production & world-class Russian artists. All ages. Doors 2pm; show 3-5pm. $28-$68. Redding Civic Auditorium, 700 Auditorium Dr. (530)242-5920. Pickleball Open Play; Redding. Pickleball is a racquet sport played on a badminton court with a hard paddle & a whiffle ball. For adults. Beginners welcome. In cool weather: Mon-Sat, 8-11am. Free. Enterprise Park Outdoor Roller Rink, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Pokémon League; Anderson. Enjoy Pokémon League & experience the fun world of playing games & trading cards. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 12/30. Free. Average Ape Comics & Games, 2325 Balls Ferry Rd. (530)378-5515. Rising Stars; Redding. This class provides students with wonderful opportunities for dancers to discover their passion for different style classes. Sat. Ages 2-4, 9-9:45am; ages 5-8; 10-10:45am; thru 11/17. $35; must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Road. (530)225-4095. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy an unlimited night of bowling, a laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15 includes shoe rental. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Saturday Open Gym; Redding. Enjoy an air-conditioned 10,000 sq. ft. building where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 ($5), 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up ($10). 12-2pm. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding. Come enjoy storytime fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Saturday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am. $6/jumper, parent free (reusable jump socks required, $3). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. A time for tweens & young teens to roller skate & dance. Fun music, video arcade, well-supervised. Parents can drop in (no charge). Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. $4.50/skate, $4.50/dance or $7/both, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Survival! Indoor Animal Show; Redding. How do animals survive in the harsh & dangerous wild? How do they protect themselves, stay warm & get enough food? Join Turtle Bay for this up-close & personal experience with some of the stars of the Walk on the Wild Side animal show. All ages. Sat, 2-2:30pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

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Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with other animals & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770.

SISKIYOU COUNTY 22nd Annual Starlight Gala; Mt. Shasta. A fun night for a great cause. Guests are invited to dress in cocktail attire, with an emphasis on the masquerade theme. Ages 21+. 5:30pm. $40/advance; $45/door. Mt. Shasta Community Building, 629 Alder St. Contact ourmsef@gmail.com. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Focus is on the tricks & techniques for doing the moves the right way & looking good. All ages. Sat, 9:45-11:45am. $10/youth, $15/adult. Mt. Shasta City Park’s Dance Hall, 1350 Nixon Rd. (415)215-2652. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. $5/day pass; $4/shoe rental. 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359. Mt. Shasta Education Foundation Starlight Gala; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy a night of silent & live auctions to support a great fundraiser. Cocktail or themed masquerade attire is suggested. Proceeds go to Mt. Shasta public schools. Ages 21 & up. 5:30-10pm. $40; must pre-reg. Mt. Shasta Community Building, 629 Alder St. (530)926-1001. Nature Walk: Fungi; Yreka. Bring the family to enjoy a guided nature walk with local field experts to learn about mushrooms in the mountains. Rain or shine. 10am. Free. Meet at upper Greenhorn park, Greenhorn Rd. (530)842-5763. Pottery Playdate; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy a Saturday morning with your child. Pairs will have fun creating monsters, plates, cups & whatever imaginative proj-

ects you have in mind. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 11am-1pm. $39/student; must pre-reg. Shasta Clayworks Pottery, 612 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)925-3792. Siskiyou Ice Rink Sign-Up Saturday; Mt. Shasta. Everyone purchasing season passes at the rink today, in person or by phone, will be entered into a gift certificate drawing for local dining experience. Get discounted pricing on individual & family passes & sign up for the youth & adult hockey programs for the coming skate season. Sat, 12-5pm; thru 11/17. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-2494.

TEHAMA COUNTY Guided Bird Tour; Red Bluff. A bird lover’s dream. Take a guided tour through the fascinating world of the great outdoors. Bring binoculars, camera & weather-appropriate attire. All ages. 1st Sat, 8am. Sacramento River Discovery Center, 1000 Sale Lane. (530)527-1196. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th & Fri, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. $20/drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332.

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betrays her people by falling in love with an occupying Roman soldier. When the soldier abandons her for another, her volatile mix of anger & guilt threatens the lives of the innocent & guilty alike. All ages. 2pm. $10$18. Zingg Recital Hall, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-6333. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm, $3); Racing on Th (reg. 6pm, race 7pm; $10) & Sun (reg. 10am, race 11am; $10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269.

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

SHASTA COUNTY Animal Parade; Redding. Take a stroll with Spike the porcupine, Sweet Pea the skunk & other Turtle Bay animal celebrities as one of them leads the way through the park. Weather permitting. All ages. Sun, 2pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Imagination Playground; Redding. Create, play & imagine. Imagination Playground is child-directed & open-ended & encourages self-expression through deep, joyful play. Ages 3 & under. 12-3pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Shasta Lake Farmers Market. Shasta Lake Creative Community introduces the first Certified Farmers Market in town. Enjoy healthy food, experience art & culture, & support new & upcoming businesses. All ages. Sun, 8am-12pm; thru 12/16. Free. Heritage Roasting Co, 4302 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)605-1990. World Of Dance Live Tour; Redding. Television’s hit dance competition series hits the stage live with all the best dance moves. All ages. Doors 6pm; show 7:30pm. $35-$55. Redding Civic Auditorium, 700 Auditorium Dr. (530)242-5920.

5 | MONDAY BUTTE COUNTY ASCAB Capoeira; Chico. In Capoeira two players move against each other to music; throwing kicks, cartwheels & escapes to make fluid martial arts movements appear to be a dance. Ages 8 & up. Mon, 7pm. $5. Chico Seishindo, 1108 Mangrove Ave. (928)600-9189. Baby & Tots Classes At The Family Place; Paradise. Parents enjoy a sweet morning with their little ones. Mon. 10-11am: Baby & Me class for ages 0-5. 11:30am-12:30pm: Tot Time class for ages 3-5. Free. 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Mon, 3:15-4pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention program for children with autism. Through sensory play & one-on-one support, your child will develop socialization, behavioral & communication skills. Ages 2-5. Mon, 2-5pm. Free; must pre-reg. Little Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150. (530)897-0900. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on fun with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes a special activity each day. Learn ways to follow your child’s lead & enjoy time playing together. Designed for ages 0-5. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. $7/hr., $4-$6/hr. with punch card. Feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Mother To Mother Support Group; Paradise. A support group for mothers who are pregnant or have a child 0-24mos, and who feel their motherhood isn’t going the way they thought it would. All ages. 1st & 3rd Mon, 10am. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful program that incorporates movement while introducing children to music. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression & skill development through hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed, 9-10am. $5/class. (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Stroller Strides; Chico. A total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking & intervals of strength & body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller & the environment. Instructors weave songs & activities into the routine designed to entertain & engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mom. All ages. Mon-Th, 9:15am; thru 11/29. $11/ class. One Mile Recreation Area, 851 Woodland Ave. (530)588-8215.

SHASTA COUNTY Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 0-2yrs. Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Freestyle Fun With Ninjakour; Redding. This program is designed to teach how to move from one point to another as smoothly, efficiently and quickly as possible using the abilities of the human body through an obstacle course in a structured & safe environment. Ages 4-12. Mon, 5-6pm (beginner); Mon/Th, 5-6pm (beginner) or 6-7pm (intermediate). $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483.

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G-Force Gymnastics Monday Classes; Redding. Tumblefun (ages 6-10): intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun training skills for exercise; 4-5pm, $55/month. Powertumble (ages 14-18): focus is on power tumbling for beginner thru advanced. Athletes will use T & T equipment to reinforce skills; 7-8 pm, $55/month. All classes coached by owners Tarro & Julie. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can play board games & video games in the library’s story room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Girls Gymnastics; Redding. Gymnasts become familiar with beam, floor, trampoline & vault. Ages 4-12. Mon-Th, times vary. $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Girls Gymnastics/Dance Class; Redding. In this fun, upbeat class for girls, gymnastics meets dance. This circuit incorporates gymnastics, ballet & other dance genres. Ages 5-8. Mon, 3-3:45pm. $30/month. (Y members $20/month). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Kajukenbo Martial Arts; Redding. Kajukenbo is a combined self-defense martial arts style created in Hawaii by five martial arts practitioners with diverse styles. Age 8 & up. Mon/Wed, 5:30-6:30pm (ages 8-12) or 6:30-7:30pm (ages 13 & up); thru 10/24. $55; must pre-reg. Teen Center, 54 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Ages 5-10. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. $10/class (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Kids Cooking Classes; Redding. In this hands-on class series, children get a full cooking experience by learning to follow a recipe, getting help with all prepping, cooking & of course eating their creations. Ages 5-12. Mon, 3-4pm. $5/class (Y members free + $2.25 materials fee per class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

Kindernastics Gymnastics; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 have a fun time learning to use equipment while enjoying social interactions. Mon-Wed, 3:15-4pm; Wed, 5-5:45pm; Th, 6:15-7pm; Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Monday Classes At NorCal Elite Gymnastic Center; Redding. Cheerleaders & Tumblers (ages 9 & up): times vary, $55/mo.; Ninja Zone Classes (ages 3-11): 4-5pm, $65/mo.; Acrobats & Gymnastics (ages 3 & up): 3:15-4pm or 5-5:45pm, $55/mo.; Kindernastics (ages 3-5): 4-5pm, $45/mo.; Beginning Parkour/Free-running (ages 6 & up): 5-6pm, $55/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Move It Monday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. $5/hr. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Pickleball Open Play; Redding. Pickleball is a racquet sport played on a badminton court with a hard paddle & a whiffle ball. For adults. Beginners welcome. In cool weather: Mon-Sat, 8-11am. Free. Enterprise Park Outdoor Roller Rink, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Redding Amateur Wrestling Club. This class focuses on teaching the fundamentals of wrestling to local youth. Practices are fun, fast-paced & scaffolded for all levels of wrestling experience & ability. Ages 9-14. Mon/ Wed, 5:30-7:00pm; thru 3/6. $120; must pre-re-reg. Shasta High School Wrestling Room, 2500 Eureka Way. (530)225-4095. Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Join the year-round competitive swim team & pre-competitive team any time. Ages 5-12. M-F. Times vary by level. $80-$120; must pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Swim School; Redding. In these swim lessons, children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning

how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon/Wed; times vary by level. $43-$52. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Tiny Tots Preschool; Redding. In this fun program, preschoolers enjoy developmentally appropriate hands-on activities while acquiring social & emotional skills. Ages 3-5 (must be potty-trained). Mon-Th, 8:30am-12:30pm; thru 11/15. $240. Enterprise Park Community Room, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Line Dancing; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels & ages. Mon, 4-5pm. $5 (members free). Mountain Fitness, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-3310. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month, free trial. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Join an early childhood facilitator with your young child each week to play & learn through exploration, creativity & sensory play. Ages 0-5yrs. Mon, 10:30am-12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400.

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Far Northern Regional Center provides services and support that allow persons with developmental 3 Months Look from one object to another. disabilities to live valued and productive lives. Hold up their heads. Give eye contact. 6 Months Reach and grasp objects. Look when their name is called. Roll over. 9 Months Sit alone. Imitate gestures. Wave bye-bye. 12 Months Take their first steps. Play with a variety of toys. Begin to say “mama.” 18 Months Walk alone. Build a tower of three blocks. Use up to 15 words. Enjoy interacting with caregivers. 24 Months Begin to use two-word phrases to communicate. Eat and drink independently. Walk up and down stairs.

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER designed to entertain & engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mom. All ages. Mon-Th, 9:15am; thru 11/29. $11/ class. One Mile Recreation Area, 851 Woodland Ave. (530)588-8215. Tap & Tumble; Chico. This is a beginning tap class with a twist. In addition to teaching shuffles, flaps & other basic tap steps, instructors use fun games to teach rhythm & add an obstacle course for extra excitement. Ages 4-7. Tue, 4-5pm. $49/month; $14 drop-in. Kinetics Academy of Dance, 627 Broadway St., Ste. 100. (530)345-2505.

GLENN COUNTY Preschool Storytime; Willows. Storytime & craft for preschoolers. Ages 5 & under. Tue, 1pm. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.

SHASTA COUNTY The heart of the Chico community invites you to enjoy a Christmas tradition at the Downtown Chico Christmas Preview. Enjoy all the festivities this wonderful season has to offer! See the 18th. (Butte County)

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

6 | TUESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Art Workshop At A Maker’s Space; Paradise. Enjoy a new art project with a different genre each session. Ages 7 & older. Tue, 1-2pm or 4-5pm; thru 12/4. $30/4classes; must pre-reg. 5729 Almond St. (530)413-9499. Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral & communication skills are encouraged for children with autism & other socially related disabilities. Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. Free; must pre-reg. Little Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150. (530)897-0900. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family hits music. All ages. Tue, 6:308:30pm. $6, includes skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. For all ages & abilities. $55/month or $10/class. Tue/Th, 3:30-5pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Ste. 120. (530)894-2227. Childbirth Preparation Class Series; Chico. Highly trained registered nurse instructors help prepare you for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding in this 5-week series. Promotes individual & family choices, including natural breathing & relaxation techniques & pain management options. Tue, 6-8pm, 11/6-12/4. $175/ couple. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd. #120. (530)332-3970.

Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/ Th, 9:15-10am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)3451617. Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Cribbage For Kids; Paradise. Learn how to play this fun board game while polishing your math skills. All ages welcome; geared for grades 1 & up. Th, 3:304:30pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library Children’s Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Family Special Needs Potluck & Support Group – In Spanish; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; this group helps build a supportive network & opportunity to share. Children welcome; homework help, childcare & dinner provided; bring something extra to share. 1st Tue. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2030 Park Ave. (530)891-5865. Open Studio At A Maker’s Space; Paradise. Work on whatever you would like with the supplies on the craft wall. Self-guided, no instruction. Children ages 10 & under must be assisted by a paying adult. All ages. Tue & Th, 3-6pm. $5/person; $45/10-punch pass; drop-ins welcome.5729 Almond St. (530)413-9499. Parenting Classes; Paradise. Learn techniques, get to know other parents & make friends in the process. All ages. Tue, 9am-12pm or 5:30-8:30pm. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. Tue, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories, songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Properties Of The Solar System; Chico. Students will analyze & interpret data to determine similarities & differences between Earth & other objects of our Solar System. Ages 10-15. Tue & Th, 4:30-5:30pm. $95. Chico Enrichment Center, 1250 East Ave., Ste 25. (530)364-6953. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. Tue, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)5387642. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm, $3); Racing on Th (reg. 6pm, race 7pm; $10) & Sun (reg. 10am, race 11am; $10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. Stroller Strides; Chico. A total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking & intervals of strength & body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller & the environment. Instructors weave songs & activities into the routine

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Beginning Foil Fencing Classes; Redding. Students will learn footwork, blade work, timing, strategy, the eight parries & simple attacks. Ages 12 & up. Tue, 6-8pm; thru 11/27. $27. Caldwell Rec Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes & ages welcome. 6-7pm, weather permitting. $60/year membership, races Tue ($5) & Fri ($10). Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)526-3836. Children’s Beginning To Intermediate Sewing Class; Redding. Sewers will learn many techniques based on their skill level. Projects include drawstring bag, apron, skirt, zipper pouch & more. Ages 7-17. Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru 12/4. $100/4 classes; must pre-reg. Redding Fashion Alliance, 1698 Market St. (530)276-0458. Calling All Ninjas!; Redding. Ninja Zone is a fusion of obstacle training, gymnastics, martial arts & freestyle movement for ages 3-11. Tue, 5-6pm or 6-7pm, $65/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Whether new to the game or wanting to practice, this is the place for you. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free, everyone welcome. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Energetic Kids Open Gym; Redding. Open gym for all ages to practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Tue. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. $5/hr. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Family Jump Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tue between 2-8pm. $10/person (min. 2 jumpers). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5): intro to trampoline & tumbling; learn safety, skills, terminology & social interaction; 4-4:45pm, $50/month. Tumble-fun (ages 6-10): intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun training skills; 4-5pm, $50/month. All classes coached by owners Tarro & Julie. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics course. Ages 5 & up. Tue, 4pm. $60/month. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Girls Gymnastics; Redding. Gymnasts become familiar with beam, floor, trampoline & vault. Ages 4-12. Mon-Th, times vary. $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Kindernastics Gymnastics; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 have a fun time learning to use equipment while enjoying social interactions.

Mon-Wed, 3:15-4pm; Wed, 5-5:45pm; Th, 6:15-7pm; Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Lil’ Chefs Class; Redding. A fun & educational cooking experience for ages 3-5. Lil’ Chefs learn to follow directions, enjoy shape & sensory exploration, develop fine motor skills & more. Tue, 9-10am. $5/class (Y members free + $2.25 materials fee/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Offered to the community at no cost thanks to grant support from First 5 Shasta & Dignity Health. Tue/Th, 4:15-5:15pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime, crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. $35/month (9-month membership); shoe rental avail. Shasta Rock Club, 2325 Athens Ave. (530)691-4505. Soccer Clinic; Redding. Come enjoy soccer clinics hosted by Dan Jacobs. Increase your skill level set & receive instructional coaching. What better way to enjoy fall weather than on the pitch. Ages 9-14. Tue, 5-6pm; thru 11/27. $40; must pre-reg. Softball Park, 900 Parkview Ave. (530)225-4095. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the pediatrics waiting room. Geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710. Teen & Adult Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Increase your skills & self-confidence as you learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome. Ages 13 & up. Tue/Th, 7:30-8:30pm. $45/month (Y members $30/month). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Children grades K-8 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome; must be able to identify right & left hands. $40/month. (Y members $25). Tue/Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & salsa dances, & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm Adult: $7/class or $20/4 classes; youth: $5/class; members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. $5/day pass; $4/shoe rental. 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359. Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, sit around & gab & find out what the resource center has to offer. Free. 9:3011am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join the fun at this weekly needlework event. An experienced instructor is available to help you, whether you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles wiz. Open to everyone - supplies available. Free. 1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month, free trial. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each week. Ages 3-6. Tue, 1pm. Free. Yreka Library, 719 4th St. (530)841-4175.

7 | WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed, 1111:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Basic Dehydrating; Redding. In this class, you will learn about the different styles of dehydrators & the correct way to preserve fruits, vegetables & other ingredients for delicious one-dish meals & snacks. Ages 12 & up. 6-9pm. $45; must pre-reg. Aunt Bee’s Kitchen, 1213 C St. (530)262-3338. Bittie Baby & Me: Healthy Newborn; Chico. This class series promotes infant wellness & safety with current info - new topic each week. 10:30am-12pm. $20/ class (free if you delivered at Enloe). Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Blue Oak Charter School Tour; Chico. Parents are invited to take a guided tour of classrooms & explore the creative & academic facets that Waldorf education offers. 9-11:30am. Free; space is limited, call to reserve your spot. Blue Oak Charter School, 450 W. East Ave. (530)879-7483. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Paradise. Weekly playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children & parents. Independent & inclusive, all homeschoolers welcome. Wed, 10am. Free. Call for location & group info. or find them on Facebook. (530)828-9288. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-3276. Childbirth Refresher Class; Chico. Ideal for those who have previously had a baby, but would like to review the childbirth process, including information on coping measures, breathing-relaxation-pushing techniques, pain management choices, coach’s supportive role & breastfeeding review. 5-8pm. $75. Enloe Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Jazz II & Concert Band: Double Your Pleasure; Chico. Enjoy a special evening of music planned with everything from overtures to big band swing & maybe a guest soloist or two. All ages. 7:30pm. Free. Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-5152. Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity designed just for kids. Wed, 3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can join a group roller skating class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. Wed, 9:3011am. $5.50, includes skates (parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Preschool Storytime & Toy Van Visit; Oroville. Enjoy storytime & borrow toys from Valley Oak’s mobile toy lending library. Ages 3-5. 1st Wed, 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7641. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids. All ages. It’s lots of fun. Wed, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Stroller Strides; Chico. A total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking & intervals of strength & body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller & the environment. Instructors weave songs & activities into the routine

designed to entertain & engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mom. All ages. Mon-Th, 9:15am; thru 11/29. $11/ class. One Mile Recreation Area, 851 Woodland Ave. (530)588-8215. Tiny Tots; Paradise. Expecting or have a child 0-24mos? Come meet other parents, let your baby socialize, learn about infant & child massage, enjoy craft activities & talk about parenting. Wed, 10:15-10:45am. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. TK Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. Ages 3-6. Wed,4:15-5pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617.

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Lampwork Bead Making For Beginners; Redding. This course will focus on using a torch & soft glass to make one-of-a-kind glass beads; through demonstrations, discussions & plenty of hands-on sessions. Adults. Wed, 5:30-8:30pm; thru 11/28. $75; must pre-reg. Shasta Gem & Mineral Society, 6471 Airport Rd. (530)225-4095. Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful program that incorporates movement while introducing children to music. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression & skill development through hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed, 9-10am. $5/class. (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Parents & others caring for children share ideas, support & info. Wed, 6-7:30pm, yearround. Free, drop-ins welcome, childcare avail. Bridges to Success Cottage, 1544 Magnolia St. (530)225-0350.

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Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Redding Amateur Wrestling Club. This class focuses on teaching the fundamentals of wrestling to local youth. Practices are fun, fast-paced & scaffolded for all levels of wrestling experience & ability. Ages 9-14. Mon/ Wed, 5:30-7:00pm; thru 3/6. $120; must pre-re-reg. Shasta High School Wrestling Room, 2500 Eureka Way. (530)225-4095. Silversmithing For Beginners; Redding. In this class students will learn to design & create a sterling silver pendant ring. Ages 16 & up. Wed, 5:30-8:30pm; thru 11/28. $84; must pre-reg. Shasta Gem & Mineral Society, 6471 Airport Rd. (530)225-4095. Square Dancing With Prairie Squares; Anderson. Bring the family or sneak away for some old-fashion

square dancing fun. First hour beginners encouraged to come & learn then welcome to stay. All ages. Wed, 7pm; thru July 2019. $6 drop-in; first 3 classes free. Community Center, Anderson City Hall, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Swim School; Redding. In these swim lessons, children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon/Wed; times vary by level. $43-$52. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with other animals & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep dances & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. Adult: $7/class or $20/4 classes; youth: $5/class; members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Children’s Storytime; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Dunsmuir Branch Library, 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month, free trial. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Songs & Stories; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. Wed, 10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. $5/day pass; $4/shoe rental. 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359.

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First 5 Shasta will give a small American flag to each child. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Beginning Wire Wrapping; Redding. Students learn to create intricate silver wire jewelry with a professional finish. Ages 16 & up. Th, 5:30-8:30pm. $85; must pre-reg. Shasta Gem & Mineral Society, 6471 Airport Rd. (530)238-0663. Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding. Meets 2nd & 4th Th, 5:30-7pm. Free. Lotus Center, 3290 Bechelli Lane. (530)440-6033. Grasshopper Soccer; Redding. Be a part of the program that benefits participants by teaching motor skills & athletic awareness. Ages 3-5. Th, 3:45-4:30pm; thru 12/6. $25/four classes; must pre-reg. Grasshopper Sports Zone next to City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)225-4095. Lapidary; Redding. Beginning Lapidary will teach students to saw, cut, shape & polish rocks & gems. Ages 12 & up. Th, 5:30-8:30pm. $54; must pre-reg. Shasta Gem & Mineral Society, 6471 Airport Rd. (530)238-0663.

Little Explorers: Birds; Redding. Big birds, small birds, short birds, tall birds. Why do they have feathers? Does the early bird always catch the worm? Learn about them all. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Soccer Clinic; Redding. Come enjoy soccer clinics hosted by Dan Jacobs. Increase your skill level set & receive instructional coaching. What better way to enjoy fall weather than on the pitch? Ages 9-14. Th, 5-6pm; thru 12/6. $40; must pre-reg. Softball Park, 900 Parkview Ave. (530)225-4095. Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to

play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm; Th. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Ages 4 & up. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:15-7:00pm (ages 9 & up). See the 1st. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. Tue/Th, 4:15-5:15pm. See the 1st. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY Preschool Story Hour; Red Bluff. This story hour for preschoolers features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Wed, 9:30am. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness classes for ages 4-12 taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets kids moving & promotes motor & social skills, cooperative play, athletic development & healthy habits. Mon/Wed, 4-5pm Wiggle Worms for ages 4-6; 5-6pm Dynamic Development for ages 7-12. $5/drop-in; discounts for members. Tehama Family Fitness Center, 2498 South Main St. (530)528-8656.

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BUTTE COUNTY After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs & activities for children. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Storytime; Paradise. Nurture your child’s love for reading through stories & songs while making new friends. Ages 5 & under. Th, 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Thursday Nights At Monca; Chico. Enjoy art, culture & live music. All ages. 2nd Th, 6-8pm. Free. 900 Esplanade. (530)487-7272. Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes. Ages 0-3. Th, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY Advanced Lampwork Beadmaking; Redding. This course teaches intermediate techniques including pulling stringers & twists, encasing, fit-work, enamels, silver foil & wire. Ages 18 & up. Th, 5:30-8:30pm. $85; must pre-reg. Shasta Gem & Mineral Society, 6471 Airport Rd. (530)238-0663. Anderson Library Storytime; Anderson. Meet some local veterans from the Anderson VFW Post 9560. Sing patriotic songs & hear My First Marines Counting Book. Please say you saw it in North State Parent magazine. This helps us grow!

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th & Fri, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 1st. Ready for some wholesome family dancing fun? Check out the Contra Dances in Chico & create special memories with the ones you love most. See the 10th. (Butte County)

Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. January is Samba. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

9 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY After-School Legos, Crafts & Games; Paradise. Play games, build & design with Legos, make a craft. Bring your imagination & have some fun. Something different each week. This is the place to be at 2:30pm on Fridays. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Drop-ins welcome. Fri, 10-11am. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages. Fri, 12pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Karaoke Night; Durham. Karaoke for all ages. A fun event for the family. Refreshments are served. 2nd Fri, 6pm. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham-Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $7.75 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Dollar Night At Chico Cheer All Stars Gym; Chico. $1 = 1.5 hours of fun. Use the gym & equipment to play, tumble or perfect your cheer skills. Fri, 5-7pm. See the 2nd.

Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem & friendships & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:305:30pm. See the 2nd. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri/Sat, 9am-5pm. See the 2nd. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Get ready to play with your child again in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Ages 6mos-9yrs. Fri & Sat, 10-11:30am or 12:30-2pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Fri, 4:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY Basic Pressure Canning; Redding. Learn how a pressure canner works & the multiple safety features included on modern canners. Ages 12 & up. 6-9pm. $45; must pre-reg. Aunt Bee’s Kitchen, 1213 C St. (530)225-4095. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Schreder Planetarium Shows; Redding. Bring the family for a full-dome audiovisual experience of what’s in our sky & galaxy. Starts 7pm. $7. Get tix ahead; sells out. 1644 Magnolia Ave. (530)225-0243. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great time for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Rowell Family Empowerment. Free. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue & Fri, 6-7pm. See the 2nd. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. See the 2nd. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am & 10-11am. See the 2nd.

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10 | SATURDAY BUTTE COUNTY Book Sale; Chico. Find great books at low prices at this fundraising event hosted by Chico Friends of the Library. Sat, 9-11:30am. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Children’s Painting Class; Chico. Children enjoy a painting class & learn about different mediums. All ages. 2nd Sat, 10am. $20. The Studio 561, 561 East Lindo Ave. (530)370-1285. Choral Ensembles: On Wings Of Song; Chico. Chico’s Acapella Choir, Chamber Singers & University Chorus invite you to an evening of soaring melodies & heavenly harmonies. All ages. 7:30pm. $6-$15. Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-5152. Contra Dances; Chico. Join the fun & learn an easy style of folk dance. Families form a line & dance short sequences with neighbors. Ages 7 & up. 2nd Sat, Beginners meeting 6:30pm; dance 7-10pm; thru May 2019. $10/ages 18 & up; $5/ages 13-17; free ages 7-12. Chico Guild Hall, 2775 Old Nord Ave. (530)345-1815. Investigation Station: Wonderful Water; Chico. Learn some strange information about water. Find out how water drops stick together & how you can break them apart. All ages. 1-3pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. K-8 Grades Math Help; Chico. Kindergarten thru 8thgrade students can enjoy extra help in this math series with credentialed teachers & California State math standards. With a variety of math classes, your child will become a math whiz in no time. Sat, grade times vary; thru 12/15. $40/day. Chico Enrichment Center, 1250 East Ave. Ste 25. (530) 364-6953. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Native Ways Cultural Days; Oroville. Spend the day learning the ways of the Maidu culture, enjoy arts & crafts and Native American games. Check out vendors, artifacts & more. All ages. 10am-4pm. Free. Lake Oroville Visitor Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3- to 5-mile walk. Sat, year-round - starts 8am sharp, call to confirm. Meet at Lake Oroville Visitors Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Get ready to play with your child again in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Ages 6mos-9yrs. Fri & Sat, 10-11:30am or 12:30-2pm. See the 2nd. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276.

Saturday Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30am; Intermediate/Adv.: 12:30-1pm. $5.25 includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Spanish Storytime; Chico. Monthly storytime features stories, songs & a craft for all ages, in Spanish. 2nd Sat, 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Weekend Childbirth Preparation; Chico. Trained nurse instructors help expectant parents prepare for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes personal choices including breathing & relaxation techniques & pain management options. 11/10 & 11: Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 9am-1pm. $175/couple. Enloe Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 120. (530)332-3970. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri/Sat, 9am-5pm. See the 2nd. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY Family 2nd Saturday: Mini Skyscrapers; Redding. Building skyscrapers can be tricky. With earthquakes, winds & changing temperatures, engineers & architects need to experiment with different materials & designs on a smaller scale. See what kind of structure you can build & see if it can withstand the elements. All ages. 11am-3pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Gather Redding Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy locally grown goodies from Red Gate Ranch, Loaves Baking, Little Sprouts Micro Farm & more. 9am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. Little Sprouts Micro Farm, 1043 State St. (530)941-2010. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. North State Symphony: Celebrating Mozart; Redding. North State Symphony pays tribute with a special concert inspired by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a famous classical music composer from the 1700s whose art continues to influence audiences & other composers to this day. All ages. 7:30pm. $18-$55. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)898-5984. Pokémon League; Anderson. Enjoy Pokémon League & experience the fun world of playing games & trading cards. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 12/30. Free. Average Ape Comics & Games, 2325 Balls Ferry Rd. (530)378-5515. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Connect with your changing body, build strength & flexibility, increase stamina, improve balance & circulation, learn to use breath to manage pain, & meet other expectant moms. 2nd, 4th & 5th Sat, 9:15-10:15am. Free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding. Come enjoy storytime fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. United Methodist Women’s Annual Holiday Bazaar; Redding. Enjoy a cookie walk & shop for antiques, handmade items, holiday & garden décor. All proceeds benefit women, children & families in the community. All ages. 8:30am-2pm. Free. First United Methodist Church, 1825 East St. (Holiday 530)243-2403.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Creative Adults & Kids By Vital Art; Redding. Enjoy art classes for ages 5-12 & ages 18 & up. Sat. Ages 5-12: 9:30-11:30am; $25. Ages 18 & up: 6-7:30pm; $10-$15; must pre-reg. See the 3rd. Family Dance Party By Vital Art; Redding. Get your family ready to groove at this fun dance party for all ages. Sat, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Saturday Open Gym; Redding. Enjoy an air-conditioned 10,000 sq. ft. building where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 ($5), 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up ($10). 12-2pm. See the 3rd. Saturday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Rare Air opens before their normal business hours to let little ones jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm. See the 3rd. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY 2nd Saturday Art Opening & Reception; Dunsmuir. Cross Cultures is a colorful, multi-artist exhibit curated by Anastasia Nelson & Phil Dynan of Red Bluff Gallery. Everyone is invited to an opening reception. All ages. Mon-Sat, 11am-4pm; Sundays, 12-4pm; thru 12/29. Free. Siskiyou Arts Museum, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711. Siskiyou Ice Rink Sign-Up Saturday; Mt. Shasta. Everyone purchasing season passes at the rink today, in person or by phone, will be entered into a gift certificate drawing for a local dining experience. Get discounted pricing on individual & family passes & sign up for the youth & adult hockey programs for the coming skate season. Sat, 12-5pm; thru 11/17. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-2494. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 3rd. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Pottery Playdate; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy a Saturday morning with your child. Pairs will have fun creating monsters, plates, cups & whatever imaginative projects you have in mind. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 11am-1pm. See the 3rd.

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BUTTE COUNTY Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film suitable for all ages. Sun, Showtime 2pm. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Neighborhood Tree Planting; Chico. Join Butte Environmental Council for the first of three community tree planting days. They will plant trees in neighborhoods in South Chico. All supplies will be provided. Closed-toe shoes required. All ages. 9-11am. Free. Annie K Bidwell Parlor, 965 Salem St. (530)891-6424. North State Symphony: Celebrating Mozart; Chico. North State Symphony pays tribute with a special concert inspired by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a famous classical music composer from the 1700s whose art continues to influence audiences & other composers to this day. All ages. 2pm. $18-$55. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-5984. Rhythms Of Grace; Chico. Enjoy stories, movement, songs & crafts based on the Bible during this non-denominational service for people with special needs. Ages 8 & up. 2nd Sun, 3-4pm. Free. St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church, 2341 Floral Ave. (530)894-1971. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 1st.

12 | MONDAY BUTTE COUNTY ASCAB Capoeira; Chico. In Capoeira two players move against each other to music, throwing kicks, cartwheels & escapes to make fluid martial arts movements appear to be a dance. Ages 8 & up. Mon, 7pm. $5. Chico Seishindo, 1108 Mangrove Ave. (928)600-9189. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Mon, 3:15-4pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Baby & Tots Classes At The Family Place; Paradise. Parents enjoy a sweet morning with their little ones. Mon. 10-11am: Baby & Me class for ages 0-5. 11:30am-12:30pm: Tot Time class for ages 3-5. See the 5th. Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention program for children with autism that helps develop socialization, behavioral & communication skills. Ages 2-5. Mon, 2-5pm. See the 5th. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st.

Stroller Strides; Chico. A total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. Instructors weave songs & activities into the routine designed to entertain & engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mom. All ages. MonTh, 9:15am; thru 11/29. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 0-2yrs. Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can play board & video games in the library’s story room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 1st. Move It Monday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 5th. Swim School; Redding. In these swim lessons, children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon/Wed; times vary by level. See the 5th.

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

TEHAMA COUNTY Preschool Story Hour; Corning. This story hour for preschoolers features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Mon, 10am. Free. Corning Branch Library, 740 Third St. (530)528-7382. Teeter Toddlers Parent-Child Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Fun parent participation class for ages 18mos-4yrs enhances developmental skills, teaches cooperative play & nurtures parent-child bonding & healthy habits. Mon, 10:30-11:30am. See the 5th.

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11 | SUNDAY National Parks Free Entrance Day. US national parks offer free entrance Nov 11 in honor of Veterans Day. In the North State, visit Whiskeytown National Rec. Area (Shasta County), Lassen Volcanic National Park (Shasta, Tehama, Plumas & Lassen Counties), Lava Beds National Monument (Siskiyou & Modoc Counties), & the California National Historic Trail.

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Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th & Fri, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 1st.

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Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Cribbage For Kids; Paradise. Learn how to play this fun board game while polishing your math skills. All ages welcome; geared for grades 1 & up. Th, 3:304:30pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library Children’s Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Family Special Needs Potluck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; this group helps build a supportive network & opportunity to share. Children welcome; homework help & childcare provided. 2nd & 4th Tue. Free. Dinner provided; bring something extra to share. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2030 Park Ave. (530)891-5865. www.northstateparent.com • November 2018

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. Tue/Th, 4:15-5:15pm. See the 1st. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 1st.

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A cappella groups are making their way to the North State. Experience the melodies & harmonies live at Choral Ensembles: On Wings Of Song in Chico. See the 10th. (Butte County)

Kids Crafternoon; Durham. Fun crafts for kids ages 12 & under (0-5 with adult). 2nd & 4th Tue, 3-5:30pm. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Offers mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Babies & young children welcome. 2nd Tue, 10am. Free. Little Wishes Studio, 1372 East 1st Ave. (530)487-4109. Parenting Classes; Paradise. Learn techniques, get to know other parents & make friends in the process. All ages. Tue, 9am-12pm or 5:30-8:30pm. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. Tue, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories, songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun. Tue, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. The Mom Spot; Paradise. A place for mothers of preschool age children to connect. Includes speaker, craft, breakfast & free onsite childcare. For ages 0-5 & mothers of preschoolers. 2nd & 4th Tue, 9-11:30am, thru May. Annual $10 reg. fee. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd. (530)877-7069. Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral & communication skills are encouraged for children with autism & other socially related disabilities. Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. See the 2nd. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family hits music. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 6th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 1st.

GLENN COUNTY Preschool Storytime; Willows. Storytime & craft for preschoolers. Tue, 1pm. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.

SHASTA COUNTY Family Jump Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tue between 2-8pm. $10/person (min. 2 jumpers). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Galaxy Gymnastics Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics course. Ages 5 & up. Tue, 4pm. $60/month. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Haven Humane Society’s 2nd Tuesday Dinner Club; Redding. Enjoy dinner at Shameless O’Leery’s Restaurant where a portion of the night’s proceeds go towards the animals at Haven Humane. All ages. 5-9pm. Visit havenhumane.org for more info. 2800 Park Marina Dr. (530)241-1653. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime, crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the pediatrics waiting room. Geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)2465710. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue & Fri, 6-7pm. See the 6th. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Play chess while instructors observe, advise & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 6th. Energetic Kids Open Gym; Redding. Open gym for all ages to practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Tue. Ages 0-8 (older siblings

Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, sit around & gab & find out what the resource center has to offer. Free. 9:30-11am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join the fun at this weekly needlework event. An experienced instructor is available to help, whether you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles wiz. Open to everyone supplies available. Free. 1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each week. Ages 3-6. Tue, 1pm. Free. Yreka Library, 719 4th St. (530)841-4175. Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Lots of fun for all ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 6th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY Coloring Book Night; Red Bluff. During this creative time for teens & adults, relax & use your creative muscles. A wide variety of coloring pages are provided, along with coloring tools & a snack. 2nd Tue, 5:307:30pm. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604.

14 | WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY 3D Printing 101; Paradise. A fun monthly module learning a 3D program & printing design challenges. Ages 10 & older. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm; thru 12/12. $30; must pre-reg. A Maker’s Space, 5729 Almond St. (530)413-9499. Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed, 11-

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11:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me: Breastfeeding; Chico. This class series promotes infant wellness & safety with current info - new topic each week. 10:30am-12pm. $20/ class (free if you delivered at Enloe). Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-3276. Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity designed just for kids. Wed, 3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can join a group roller skating class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. Wed, 9:3011am. $5.50, includes skates (parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! Wed, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Science Club At A Maker’s Space; Paradise. Enjoy a new science craft project each week with lots of science concepts integrated into each class. Ages 7 & older. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm; thru 12/12. $60/4classes; must pre-reg. 5729 Almond St. (530)413-9499. Tiny Tots; Paradise. Expecting or have a child 0-24mos? Come meet other parents, let your baby socialize, learn about infant & child massage, enjoy craft activities, & talk about parenting. Wed, 10:15-10:45am. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. TK Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. Ages 3-6. Wed,4:15-5pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Paradise. All homeschoolers welcome. Wed, 10am. Free. See the 7th.

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

SHASTA COUNTY Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 0-5 & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm. Free. Burney Library, 37038 Siskiyou St. (530)335-4317. Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for ages 12-20 affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:307:30pm. See the 7th. Beginning & Advanced Athletes Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice their gymnastics, cheerleading, ninja & parkour skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Wed, 7-8pm. See the 7th. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 7th. Square Dancing With Prairie Squares; Anderson. Bring the family or sneak away for some old-fashion square dancing fun. First hour beginners encouraged to come & learn then welcome to stay. All ages. Wed, 7pm; thru July 2019. See the 7th.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Swim School; Redding. In these swim lessons, children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon/Wed; times vary by level. See the 5th. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 3rd.

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

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Storytime; Paradise. Nurture your child’s love for reading through stories & songs while making new friends. Ages 5 & under. Th, 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Third Thursday At Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Gateway continues Third Thursday this fall with hands-on activities & local food vendors. All ages. 6-8pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes. Ages 0-3. Th, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY Anderson Library Storytime; Anderson. Thanksgiving will be celebrated with turkey stories, stickers & crafts provided by First 5 Shasta. Each child will take a home a book. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)3657685. KIXE Storytime; Redding. Come listen to a story and enjoy songs, stickers & crafts. Take home a free book. Bring a pillow, favorite blanket or stuffed animal & friends. 3rd Th, 9-10:30am. Ages 0-5. Free. KIXE Volunteer Center, 603 N. Market St. RSVP: (530)2435493 x112. Little Explorers: Birds; Redding. Big birds, small birds, short birds, tall birds. Why do they have feathers? Does the early bird always catch the worm? Learn about them all. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am.

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

1 5 | THURSDAY BUTTE COUNTY After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources & training for better self-care. 3rd Th, 11am-1pm. Free. Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/ Th, 9:15-10am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)3451617. Infant/Pediatric CPR Class; Chico. Learn infant/child CPR techniques & how to make your child’s environment safe & prevent the most common childhood accidents. 5-7pm. Adults only. $45/person, must pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 120. (530)332-3970. Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs & activities for children. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835.

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Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Storytime At Shasta Lake Family Health; Shasta Lake. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. 3rd Th, 3-3:30pm. Free. Shasta Lake Family Health & Dental Center, 4215 Front St. (530)276-9168. Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm; Th. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Ages 4 & up. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:15-7:00pm (ages 9 & up). See the 1st. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. Tue/Th, 4:15-5:15pm. See the 1st. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Adoptive Parents Support Group; Yreka. This support group is open to adoptive, foster & relative caregivers. The focus of this group is to share parenting ideas, strategies & successes, and to gather support from others in the same parenting situation. All ages. 3rd Th, 9:30-11:30am; thru Sept. 2019. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 East Lake St. (530)879-3861. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. January is Samba. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

16 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY After-School Legos, Crafts & Games; Paradise. Play games, build & design with Legos, make a craft. Bring your imagination & have some fun. Something different each week. This is the place to be at 2:30pm on Friday. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Drop-ins welcome. Fri, 10-11am. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Parent Café; Oroville. A free family night out with dinner & good conversation. A place to meet other community members in a relaxed environment. Childcare provided. All ages. 3rd Fri, 6-8pm. Oroville YMCA, 1684 Robinson St. (530)899-4940. Family Movie Night: “The Nightmare Before Christmas”; Chico. Bring the kiddos in their jammies & snuggle up to watch a seasonal family favorite. The Boy Scouts of America will be providing popcorn. Show up early to meet Jack & Sally themselves. Bring low-back chairs &/or blankets. No outside food or drink; most food court restaurants offer movie-night deals. All ages. 3rd Fri, 7-9pm. Free. Chico Mall, 1950 E. 20th St.; movie shown near Dick’s Sporting Goods. (530)343-0706. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play, for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fri, 10am-12pm. $15 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages. Fri, 12pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $7.75 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Dollar Night At Chico Cheer All Stars Gym; Chico. $1 = 1.5 hours of fun. Use the gym & equipment to play, tumble or perfect your cheer skills. Fri, 5-7pm. See the 2nd. Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem & friendships & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Free. Fri, 2:30-5:30pm. See the 2nd.

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri/Sat, 9am-5pm. See the 2nd. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Get ready to play with your child again in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Ages 6mos-9yrs. Fri & Sat, 10-11:30am or 12:30-2pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Fri, 4:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great time for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Free. Rowell Family Empowerment. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. STEM Career Day 2018; Anderson. 9th graders from high schools throughout the North State will be inspired by hearing & engaging with North State STEM professionals, keynote speakers & exhibitors & participating in a STEM challenge. Ages 14-15. 9am-2pm. Shasta District Fairgrounds, 1890 Briggs St. (530)225-0245. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue & Fri, 6-7pm. See the 2nd. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. See the 2nd. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am & 10-11am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd.

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Book Sale; Paradise. At this twice-monthly sale, purchase gently-used books at bargain prices. Hosted by Paradise Friends of the Library. 10am-3pm. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Chinese Storytime; Chico. Monthly storytime features stories & songs in Chinese. 3rd Sat, 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. “Cinderella: A Magical Ballet” By Chico Community Ballet; Chico. This wildly imaginative ballet features something for everyone: a feisty heroine, a dashing prince, a kindly godmother & a wicked stepmother. All ages. 2pm & 7:30pm. $13-$30. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-6333. Fall Gala; Chico. Chico Children’s Museum will host its annual gala inspired by the Beatles. Groove to the band Decades & devour food from the Butte Creek Country Club, dessert from local bakeries & a no-host bar. Enjoy a live auction, raffle for fun local prizes & more. Ages 21+. 12-2pm. Donations appreciated; sponsor tables avail. Butte Creek Country Club, 175 Estates Dr. Contact northstateevents@yahoo.com. Investigation Station: Harvest Physics; Chico. Get hands-on with cranberries. Investigate, change & test out sink-or-float with the cranberries. All ages. 1-3pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Mommy & Me Art Class; Chico. Mommy & child enjoy a painting class together creating memories & artwork. All ages. 3rd Sat, 10am. $30/pair; $15 additional sib. The Studio 561, 561 East Lindo Ave. (530)370-1285. Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3- to 5-mile walk. Sat, year-round - starts 8am sharp, call to confirm. Meet at Lake Oroville Visitors Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219.

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

Santa Arrives At Chico Mall. Join Chico Mall to welcome Santa for the holiday season. The Enloe Medical Center’s flight crew & helicopter will land in the Chico Mall parking lot near Outback Steak with Santa. This is sure to be a thrilling arrival with performances from Full Force Dance Company & more. Free Cubby Caboose train rides while supplies last. All ages. 1pm. Free. 1950 E 20th St. Ste. 727. (530)570-5509. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276. Saturday Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30am; Intermediate/Adv.: 12:30-1pm. $5.25 includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Toastmaster’s Gavel Club Meeting; Chico. An affiliation of Toastmasters International, Gavel Club gives kids the same experience as a regular Toastmasters Club. The program will help children be assertive & find joy in speaking & active listening. Ages 18 & under. 1st & 3rd Sat, 4:30-5:30pm; thru 2019. Free. Mountain Mike’s Pizza banquet room, 1105 W. 5th St. (530)228-6120. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri/Sat, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. K-8 Grades Math Help; Chico. Kindergarten thru 8thgrade students can enjoy extra help in this math series with credentialed teachers & California State math standards. With a variety of math classes, your child

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will become a math whiz in no time. Sat, grade times vary; thru 12/15. See the 3rd. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Get ready to play with your child again in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Ages 6mos-9yrs. Fri & Sat, 10-11:30am or 12:30-2pm. See the 2nd. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY Enterprise Parent Club Craft Bazaar; Redding. Enjoy a day of holiday shopping. Wood crafts, jewelry, yard décor, blankets & more. Scentsy, Pampered Chef, Mary Kay & others. All ages. 9am-3pm. $1 donation includes raffle ticket; 14 & under free. Enterprise High School, 3411 Churn Creek Road, Redding. (530)229-7960. Gather Redding Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy locally grown goodies from Red Gate Ranch, Loaves Baking, Little Sprouts Micro Farm & more. 9am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. Little Sprouts Micro Farm, 1043 State St. (530)941-2010. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Pokémon League; Anderson. Enjoy Pokémon League & experience the fun world of playing games & trading cards. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 12/30. Free. Average Ape Comics & Games, 2325 Balls Ferry Rd. (530)378-5515. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding. Storytime fun for ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Science Saturday: Machines In Motion; Redding. Join educators & volunteers for a day of tinkering & making as you discover the physics of movement. Explore gravitational forces with the gravity well or create a work of art with a scribble-bot. All ages. 11am-3pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Creative Adults & Kids By Vital Art; Redding. Enjoy art classes for ages 5-12 & ages 18 & up. Sat. Ages 5-12: 9:30-11:30am; $25. Ages 18 & up: 6-7:30pm; $10-$15; must pre-reg. See the 3rd. Family Dance Party By Vital Art; Redding. Get your family ready to groove at this fun dance party for all ages. Sat, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Saturday Open Gym; Redding. Enjoy an air-conditioned 10,000 sq. ft. building where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 ($5), 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up ($10). 12-2pm. See the 3rd. Saturday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Rare Air opens before their normal business hours to let little ones jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Holiday Gift Fair; Yreka. This 13th annual event features three buildings full of vendors to start your holiday shopping. Food, crafts, gift baskets, wreaths, photos, jewelry, home décor & more. All ages. 9am4pm. Free. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Siskiyou Ice Rink Sign-Up Final Day; Mt. Shasta. Everyone purchasing season passes at the rink today, in person or by phone, will be entered into a gift certificate drawing for local dining experience. Get discounted pricing on individual & family passes & sign up for the youth & adult hockey programs for the coming skate season. 12-5pm. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-2494. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 3rd. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Pottery Playdate; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy a Saturday morning with your child. Pairs will have fun creating monsters, plates, cups & whatever imaginative projects you have in mind. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 11am-1pm. See the 3rd.

18 | SUNDAY BUTTE COUNTY Downtown Chico Christmas Preview. Kicking off the holiday season, Downtown Chico invites the community to delight in an evening filled with sights & sounds of the season. Stores don beautiful decorations, refreshments are served & strolling carolers add a special charm to the streets. Santa Claus will be there for a photo op. All ages. 4-8pm. Free. (530)345-6500. Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film that’s suitable for all ages. Sun, Showtime 2pm. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 1st.

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cartwheels & escapes to make fluid martial arts movements appear to be a dance. Ages 8 & up. Mon, 7pm. $5. Chico Seishindo, 1108 Mangrove Ave. (928)600-9189. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Mon, 3:15-4pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Lyme Disease Support Group; Chico. Offers monthly support for those suffering with Lyme disease and their family, friends & caregivers. 3rd Mon, 5:30-7pm. Free. Almond Grove Meeting Room, 567 E. Lassen Ave. (530)877-6666. Mother To Mother Support Group; Paradise. A support group for mothers who are pregnant or have a child 0-24mos, and who feel their motherhood isn’t going the way they thought it would. All ages. 1st & 3rd Mon, 10am. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. Baby & Tots Classes At The Family Place; Paradise. Parents enjoy a sweet morning with their little ones. Mon. 10-11am: Baby & Me class for ages 0-5. 11:30am-12:30pm: Tot Time class for ages 3-5. See the 5th. Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention program for children with autism that helps develop socialization, behavioral & communication skills. Ages 2-5. Mon, 2-5pm. See the 5th. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st. Stroller Strides; Chico. A total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. Instructors weave songs & activities into the routine designed to entertain & engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mom. All ages. MonTh, 9:15am; thru 11/29. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 0-2yrs. Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can play board & video games in the library’s story room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Gymtastic Thanksgiving Camp; Redding. Sign your child up for an active & fun camp! Children will participate in all sorts of activities like gymnastics fun, trampolines, foam pit, rope swing, team building games, obstacle course & more. Ages 5 & up. 11/1921, 8am-12pm or 8am-4pm. $35/half-day; $55/ full-day; must pre-reg. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 1st. Move It Monday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 5th. Swim School; Redding. In these swim lessons, children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon/Wed; times vary by level. See the 5th.

SHASTA COUNTY Animal Parade; Redding. Take a stroll with Spike the porcupine, Sweet Pea the skunk & other Turtle Bay animal celebrities as one of them leads the way through the park. Weather permitting. All ages. Sun, 2pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Imagination Playground; Redding. Create, play & imagine. Imagination Playground is child-directed & open-ended & encourages self-expression through deep, joyful play. Ages 3 & under. 12-3pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Shasta Lake Farmers Market. Shasta Lake Creative Community introduces the first Certified Farmers Market in town. Enjoy healthy food, experience art & culture & support new & upcoming businesses. All ages. Sun, 8am-12pm; thru 12/16. Free. Heritage Roasting Co, 4302 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)605-1990.

19 | MONDAY BUTTE COUNTY ASCAB Capoeira; Chico. In Capoeira two players move against each other to music, throwing kicks,

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For details and to register today visit www.shastaregional.com Due to the CARR Fire the 6 mile race has to be re-routed along the Sacramento River Trail. This year that portion will be 4.49 miles. Registration cost is the same. Proceeds from the Turkey Trot will be donated to the restoration of the Sacramento River Trail damaged in the CARR Fire. We appreciate your understanding as the community recovers.

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Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 5th. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Play & learn with your young child through exploration, creativity & sensory play in this facilitated weekly group. Ages 0-5. Mon, 10:30am-12pm. See the 5th.

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

20 | TUESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Azad’s Thanksgiving Basket Brigade; Chico. Join Azad’s & make a difference today. $40 helps a family of 8. All proceeds help local families. All ages. 5:30pm. $40. Azad’s Martial Arts Center, 313 Walnut St. (530)892-2923. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Cribbage For Kids; Paradise. Learn how to play this fun board game while polishing your math skills. All ages welcome; geared for grades 1 & up. Th, 3:304:30pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library Children’s Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Family Autism Support Group & Pot Luck; Chico. Raising a child on the autism spectrum is challenging; this group helps build a supportive network & opportunity to share. Children welcome; homework help & childcare provided. Free. Dinner provided; bring something extra to share. 3rd Tue. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC Pavilion, 2030 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x204. Parenting Classes; Paradise. Learn techniques, get to know other parents & make friends in the process. All ages. Tue, 9am-12pm or 5:30-8:30pm. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. Tue, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories, songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun. Tue, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral & communication skills are encouraged for children with autism & other socially related disabilities. Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. See the 6th. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family hits music. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 6th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st.

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Experience the world from a different point of view--an aviator's point of view! Take a day trip to the Chico Air Museum to see what the world of flight looks like from the pilot's seat. See the Arts & Museum Exhibit section. (Butte County)

Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st.

GLENN COUNTY Preschool Storytime; Willows. Storytime & craft for preschoolers. Tue, 1pm. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.

SHASTA COUNTY Bright Futures Storytime; Redding. Register with your little one to enjoy a story & fun activities that foster small & large motor skills, plus early reading & math skills. Healthy snack & book giveaway included. Ages 0-5. 3rd Tue, 9-10:30am. Free. Bright Futures Children Center, 1345 Liberty St. (530)276-0506. Family Jump Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tue between 2-8pm. $10/person (min. 2 jumpers). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Galaxy Gymnastics Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics course. Ages 5 & up. Tue, 4pm. $60/month. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime, crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the pediatrics waiting room. Geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue & Fri, 6-7pm. See the 2nd. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Play chess while instructors observe, advise & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 6th. Energetic Kids Open Gym; Redding. Open gym for all ages to practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Tue. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. Tue/Th, 4:15-5:15pm. See the 1st. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 1st.

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

21 | WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Anand Varma: Beauty & The Bizarre; Chico. Take a dive into the oddly-enough enlightening world of parasites. Learn how a wasp meticulously converts a ladybug into a personal bodyguard for its cocoon. Join National Geographic photographer Anand Varma for a bizarre look at parasites & the extreme measures they take in order to survive. All ages. 7:30pm. $15-$32. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-6333. Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed, 1111:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-3276 Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity designed just for kids. Wed, 3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can join a group roller skating class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. Wed, 9:3011am. $5.50, includes skates (parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601.

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Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. Wed, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Tiny Tots; Paradise. Expecting or have a child 0-24mos? Come meet other parents, let your baby socialize, learn about infant & child massage, enjoy craft activities & talk about parenting. Wed, 10:15-10:45am. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. TK Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. Ages 3-6. Wed,4:15-5pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Paradise. All homeschoolers welcome. Wed, 10am. Free. See the 7th. Stroller Strides; Chico. A total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. Instructors weave songs & activities into the routine designed to entertain & engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mom. All ages. MonTh, 9:15am; thru 11/29. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY Maker Wednesday: Automata; Redding. Design your very own creature or robot. Then make it come to life. Use foam gears to make your creation move around in different ways. Ages 3 & under. 1-3pm. Free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)2438850. Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 0-5 & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm. Free. Burney Library, 37038 Siskiyou St. (530)335-4317. Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for ages 12-20 affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:307:30pm. See the 7th. Beginning & Advanced Athletes Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice their gymnastics, cheerleading, ninja & parkour skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Wed, 7-8pm. See the 7th. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 7th. Square Dancing With Prairie Squares; Anderson. Bring the family or sneak away for some old-fashion square dancing fun. First hour beginners encouraged to come & learn then welcome to stay. All ages. Wed, 7pm; thru July 2019. See the 7th. Swim School; Redding. In these swim lessons, children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon/Wed; times vary by level. See the 5th. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Adoptive Parents Support Group; Yreka. This support group is open to adoptive, foster & relative caregivers. The focus of this group is to share parenting ideas,

strategies, successes and to gather support from others in the same parenting situation. Free childcare & dinner provided. All ages. 3rd Wed, 5:30-7:30pm; thru Oct. 2019. Free. Yreka Family Resource Center, 201 South Broadway St. (530)879-3861. Songs & Stories; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. Wed, 10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep dances & how to lead or follow. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

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BUTTE COUNTY After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-10am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Run For Food Benefit; Chico. Spend Thanksgiving morning working up an appetite, helping the community & enjoying the beauty of Bidwell Park at this popular 13th annual 5k run/walk – the largest in Chico! Fundraiser supports food & services at the Jesus Center. Reg online. 9am. One Mile Recreation Area in Lower Bidwell Park. (530)624-6932. Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs & activities for children. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Storytime; Paradise. Nurture your child’s love for reading through stories & songs while making new friends. Ages 5 & under. Th, 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes. Ages 0-3. Th, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding. 2nd & 4th Th, 5:30-7pm. Lotus Center, 3290 Bechelli Lane. (530)440-6033.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Little Explorers: Birds; Redding. Big birds, small birds, short birds, tall birds. Why do they have feathers? Does the early bird always catch the worm? Learn about them all. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm; Th. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Ages 4 & up. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:15-7:00pm (ages 9 & up). See the 1st. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. Tue/Th, 4:15-5:15pm. See the 1st. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Run For Food 5k Run/Walk; Weed. Bring your family out to enjoy an active time together while helping others in need. Includes a stroller division! Benefits Siskiyou Food Assistance programs. 8:45-10:30am. $20 ages 12 & up; kids under 12 are free (but register for medals). College of the Siskiyous, 800 College Ave. (530)408-6115. Scott Valley Schools’ Turkey Trot; Fort Jones. This fun 14th annual tradition raises funds for two elementary schools. Join the 5K walk/run or more serious “Stuffing Strut” 10K run. Packet pick-ups on 11/16 at Fort Jones elementary. All ages; all kids receive a ribbon. $20/ individual, $90/family/team; 1st 250 registrants get t-shirt. Reg 8am. Starts 9am, rain or shine, corner of Hamlin Gulch & Eastside Rd. Pre-reg at active.com. (530)925-0035. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. January is Samba. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

23 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY After-School Legos, Crafts & Games; Paradise. Play games, build & design with Legos, make a craft. Bring your imagination & have some fun. Something different each week. This is the place to be at 2:30pm on Fridays. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Drop-ins welcome. Fri, 10-11am. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320.

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Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Parent Café; Gridley. A free family night out with dinner & good conversation. A place to meet other community members in a relaxed environment. Childcare provided. All ages. 4th Friday, 6-8pm. Location TBD, call for info. (530)899-4940. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages. Fri, 12pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $7.75 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Dollar Night At Chico Cheer All Stars Gym; Chico. $1 = 1.5 hours of fun. Use the gym & equipment to play, tumble or perfect your cheer skills. Fri, 5-7pm. See the 2nd. Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem & friendships & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:305:30pm. See the 2nd. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri/Sat, 9am-5pm. See the 2nd. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Get ready to play with your child again in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Ages 6mos-9yrs. Fri & Sat, 10-11:30am or 12:30-2pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Fri, 4:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

the spirit of Christmas into everyone’s hearts. All ages. 11/23-30. Fri & Sat, 7pm; thru 12/2. $14-28. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530) 243-8877. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great time for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Free. Rowell Family Empowerment. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue & Fri, 6-7pm. See the 2nd. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. See the 2nd. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am & 10-11am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Mt. Shasta Hometown Holiday Light Parade; Mt. Shasta. Get into the holiday spirit with a lighted holiday parade through Mt. Shasta. Experience the tree lighting at City Hall, watch Santa & Mrs. Claus arrive via sleigh then enjoy carolers, shopping & vendors on Castle St. All ages. 6-8pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2494. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st.

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24 | SATURDAY BUTTE COUNTY “Cinderella: A Magical Ballet” By Chico Community Ballet; Chico. This wildly imaginative ballet features something for everyone: a feisty heroine, a dashing prince, a kindly godmother & a wicked stepmother. All ages. 11/24-25. 2pm. $13-$30. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-6333. Investigation Station: Fill The Bill; Chico. Explore the shapes of bird bills & how each relates to their diets. All ages. 1-3pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3- to 5-mile walk. Sat, year-round - starts 8am sharp, call to confirm. Free. Meet at Lake Oroville Visitors Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Parrott Family Christmas Show; Paradise. An annual delight for all ages, offering both secular & spiritual Christmas music along with a bit of humor. 2:30pm & 7pm. $1-$10. Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Rd. (530)872-8454. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276. Saturday Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30am; Intermediate/Adv.: 12:30-1pm. $5.25 includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. StoryTail Tutors; Chico. Wonderful program for beginning, struggling or reluctant readers. Children ages 5-11 read to trained, certified therapy dogs in a relaxing environment. 4th Sat, 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri/Sat, 9am-5pm. See the 2nd. K-8 Grades Math Help; Chico. Kindergarten thru 8thgrade students can enjoy extra help in this math series with credentialed teachers & California State math standards. With a variety of math classes, your child will become a math whiz in no time. Sat, grade times vary; thru 12/15. See the 3rd. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Get ready to play with your child again in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Ages 6mos-9yrs. Fri & Sat, 10-11:30am or 12:30-2pm. See the 2nd. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 3rd.

GLENN COUNTY Orland Craft Fair; Orland. This two-day event features hand-crafted items. All ages. 11/24-25, 10am-5pm. Free. Glenn County Fairgrounds, 221 East Yolo St. (530)865-1168.

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film that’s suitable for all ages. Sun, showtime 2pm. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 1st.

GLENN COUNTY Orland Craft Fair; Orland. This two-day event features hand-crafted items. All ages. 11/24-25, 10am-5pm. Free. Glenn County Fairgrounds, 221 East Yolo St. (530)865-1168.

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Get your hero costumes ready for the CASA Superhero Run in Redding. Help raise awareness for local children at this fun family run! See the 3rd. (Shasta County)

SHASTA COUNTY Cascade Christmas; Redding. Redding’s holiday tradition returns with an all new story in Cascade Theatre’s production of Cascade Christmas. This holiday spectacular features music, dance & illusion that will bring the spirit of Christmas into everyone’s hearts. All ages. 11/23-30. Sat, 2pm & 7pm; thru 12/2. $14-28. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530) 243-8877. Gather Redding Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy locally grown goodies from Red Gate Ranch, Loaves Baking, Little Sprouts Micro Farm & more. 9am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. Little Sprouts Micro Farm, 1043 State St. (530)941-2010. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Pokémon League; Anderson. Enjoy Pokémon League & experience the fun world of playing games & trading cards. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 12/30. Free. Average Ape Comics & Games, 2325 Balls Ferry Rd. (530)378-5515. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Connect with your changing body, build strength & flexibility, increase stamina, improve balance & circulation, learn to use breath to manage pain & meet other expectant moms. 2nd, 4th & 5th Sat, 9:15-10:15am. Free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding. Come enjoy storytime fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Walk With The Horticulture Manager; Redding. Bring your notebooks & cameras for this participant-driven program. Stroll through the gardens with frequent stops for discussions about plants. Meet at the West entrance of gardens. All ages. 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16; $3 non-members. McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1135 Arboretum Dr. (530) 243-8850. Women Of Vision Small Business Saturday Scavenger Hunt; Redding. 2nd Annual Small Business Saturday scavenger hunt with 15 locations around west Redding. Raffle tickets & questions at each business. Collect & answer to enter raffle at Westside Wines. Raffle drawings at 6:15pm. All ages. 10am7:30pm. Free. Jen’s Jewels, 1872 Buenaventura Blvd #3. (530)903-7917. Creative Adults & Kids By Vital Art; Redding. Enjoy art classes for ages 5-12 & ages 18 & up. Sat. Ages 5-12: 9:30-11:30am; $25. Ages 18 & up: 6-7:30pm; $10-$15; must pre-reg. See the 3rd. Family Dance Party By Vital Art; Redding. Get your family ready to groove at this fun dance party for all ages. Sat, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd.

Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Saturday Open Gym; Redding. Enjoy an air-conditioned 10,000 sq. ft. building where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 ($5), 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up ($10). 12-2pm. See the 3rd. Saturday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Rare Air opens before their normal business hours to let little ones jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm. See the 3rd. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY McCloud Dog, Pony & Bike Parade; McCloud. A fun family event. Bring your dressed-up dogs, stick ponies, bikes & humans to participate in this 12th annual parade. Santa is making a special appearance for little ones & there’s a Christmas crafts area where everyone can make a homemade treasure. All ages. 10am-2pm; parade 10am. Main Street. (530)964-3113. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 3rd. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Pottery Playdate; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy a Saturday morning with your child. Pairs will have fun creating monsters, plates, cups & whatever imaginative projects you have in mind. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 11am-1pm. See the 3rd.

25 | SUNDAY BUTTE COUNTY “Cinderella: A Magical Ballet” By Chico Community Ballet; Chico. This wildly imaginative ballet features something for everyone: a feisty heroine, a dashing prince, a kindly godmother & a wicked stepmother. All ages. 11/24-25. 2pm. $13-$30. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-6333.

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Animal Parade; Redding. Take a stroll with Spike the porcupine, Sweet Pea the skunk & other Turtle Bay animal celebrities as one of them leads the way through the park. Weather permitting. All ages. Sun, 2pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Cascade Christmas; Redding. Redding’s holiday tradition returns with an all new story in the Cascade Theatre’s production of Cascade Christmas. This holiday spectacular features music, dance & illusion that will bring the spirit of Christmas into everyone’s hearts. All ages. 11/23-30. Sun, 4pm; thru 12/2. $14-28. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530) 243-8877. Christmas In Anderson. This free family event features activities for kids, visit with Santa, entertainment, food & a lighted Christmas parade. All ages. 4-7pm. Free. Downtown Anderson, E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Shasta Lake Farmers Market. Shasta Lake Creative Community introduces the first Certified Farmers Market in town. Enjoy healthy food, experience art & culture & support new & upcoming businesses. All ages. Sun, 8am-12pm; thru 12/16. Free. Heritage Roasting Co, 4302 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)605-1990.

26 | MONDAY BUTTE COUNTY ASCAB Capoeira; Chico. In Capoeira two players move against each other to music, throwing kicks, cartwheels & escapes to make fluid martial arts movements appear to be a dance. Ages 8 & up. Mon, 7pm. $5. Chico Seishindo, 1108 Mangrove Ave. (928)600-9189. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Mon, 3:15-4pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Little Red Hen Meet & Greet Parent Support Group; Chico. Enjoy an evening of respite, fun & food. Provides support & ideas from knowledgeable parents in a light-hearted environment. For parents or caretakers of individuals with developmental disabilities. Ages 18 & up (childcare not provided). 4th Mon, 6-8pm; thru 9/25. Free; must pre-reg. Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150. (530)897-0900. Baby & Tots Classes At The Family Place; Paradise. Parents enjoy a sweet morning with their little ones. Mon. 10-11am: Baby & Me class for ages 0-5. 11:30am-12:30pm: Tot Time class for ages 3-5. See the 5th. Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention program for children with autism that helps develop socialization, behavioral & communication skills. Ages 2-5. Mon, 2-5pm. See the 5th.

Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st. Stroller Strides; Chico. A total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. Instructors weave songs & activities into the routine designed to entertain & engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mom. All ages. MonTh, 9:15am; thru 11/29. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 0-2yrs. Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can play board games & video games in the library’s story room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Tiny Tots Preschool; Redding. In this fun program, preschoolers enjoy developmentally appropriate hands-on activities while acquiring social & emotional skills. Ages 3-5 (must be potty-trained). Mon-Th, 8:30am-12:30pm; thru 12/13. $180. Enterprise Park Community Room, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 1st. Move It Monday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 5th. Swim School; Redding. In these swim lessons, children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon/Wed; times vary by level. See the 5th.

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

27 | TUESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-10am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Cribbage For Kids; Paradise. Learn how to play this fun board game while polishing your math skills. All ages welcome; geared for grades 1 & up. Th, 3:304:30pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library Children’s Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Family Special Needs Potluck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; this group helps build a supportive network & opportunity to share. Children welcome; homework help & childcare provided. 2nd & 4th Tue. Dinner provided; bring something extra to share. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2030 Park Ave. (530)891-5865. Kids Crafternoon; Durham. Fun crafts for kids ages 12 & under (0-5 with adult). 2nd & 4th Tue, 3-5:30pm. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Parenting Classes; Paradise. Learn techniques, get to know other parents & make friends in the process. All ages. Tue, 9am-12pm or 5:30-8:30pm. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. Tue, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories, songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun. Tue, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Seed Library & Seed Preservation Info; Paradise. Learn about Paradise Library’s Seed Library & how to preserve seeds for sharing. 4th Tue, 5-7pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. The Mom Spot; Paradise. A place for mothers of preschool age children to connect. Includes speaker, craft, breakfast & free onsite childcare. For ages 0-5 & mothers of preschoolers. 2nd & 4th Tue, 9-11:30am, thru May. Annual $10 reg. fee. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd. (530)877-7069. Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral & communication skills are encouraged for children with autism & other socially related disabilities. Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. See the 6th. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family hits music. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 6th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing handson explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 1st.

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School’s music program. All ages. 7-9pm. $5. David Marr Theater, 2200 Eureka Way. (530)222-6601. Family Jump Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment; it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tue between 2-8pm. $10/person (min. 2 jumpers). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Galaxy Gymnastics Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics course. Ages 5 & up. Tue, 4pm. $60/month. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. North State Giving Tuesday; Redding. Take part in the giving challenge to financially support participating nonprofit organizations in Shasta, Siskiyou & Tehama counties. Find nonprofits online. All ages. 6am-8pm. Donations appreciated. Shasta Regional Community Foundation, 1335 Arboretum Dr. (530)244-1219. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime, crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the pediatrics waiting room. Geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue & Fri, 6-7pm. See the 2nd. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Play chess while instructors observe, advise & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 6th. Energetic Kids Open Gym; Redding. Open gym for all ages to practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Tue. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st.

GLENN COUNTY Adoptive Parents Support Group; Orland. This support group is open to adoptive, foster & relative caregivers. The focus of this group is to share parenting ideas, strategies, successes & to gather support from others in the same parenting situation. Free; childcare & dinner provided. All ages. 5:30-7:30pm. First Lutheran Church, 19 Colusa St. (530)879-3861. Preschool Storytime; Willows. Storytime & craft for preschoolers. Tue, 1pm. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.

SHASTA COUNTY Enterprise High School Winter Concert; Redding. Experience an evening of holiday favorites, classic tunes, & a whole lot of festive spirit. Presented by talented choir & band students from Enterprise High Please say you saw it in North State Parent magazine. This helps us grow!

Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. Tue/Th, 4:15-5:15pm. See the 1st. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, sit around & gab & find out what the resource center has to offer. Free. 9:3011am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Giving Tuesday Party!; Mt. Shasta. Take part in Giving Tuesday for a global day of giving & a kickoff to the holiday & charitable season. No gift is better than you. All ages. 3-8pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center, 101 East Alma, Suite H. (530)926-5655. Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join the fun at this weekly needlework event. An experienced instructor is available to help, whether you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles wiz. Open to everyone - supplies available. Free. 1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each week. Ages 3-6. Tue, 1pm. Free. Yreka Library, 719 4th St. (530)841-4175. Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Lots of fun for all ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 6th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm.

Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

28 | WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed, 11-11:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me: Baby Massage Basics; Chico. This class series promotes infant wellness & safety with current info - new topic each week. 10:30am12pm. $20/class (free if you delivered at Enloe). Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-3276. Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity designed just for kids. Wed, 3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can join a group roller skating class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. Wed, 9:30-11am. $5.50, includes skates (parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. Wed, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Tiny Tots; Paradise. Expecting or have a child 0-24mos? Come meet other parents, let your baby socialize, learn about infant & child massage, enjoy craft activities, & talk about parenting. Wed, 10:1510:45am. Free. The Family Place, 1007 Bille Rd. (530)230-0211. TK Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. Ages 3-6. Wed,4:15-5pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Paradise. All homeschoolers welcome. Wed, 10am. Free. See the 7th. Stroller Strides; Chico. A total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. Instructors weave songs & activities into the routine designed to entertain & engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mom. All ages. Mon-Th, 9:15am; thru 11/29. See the 1st.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Beginning & Advanced Athletes Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice their gymnastics, cheerleading, ninja & parkour skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Wed, 7-8pm. See the 7th. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 7th. Square Dancing With Prairie Squares; Anderson. Bring the family or sneak away for some old-fashion square dancing fun. First hour beginners encouraged to come & learn then welcome to stay. All ages. Wed, 7pm; thru July 2019. See the 7th. Swim School; Redding. In these swim lessons, children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon/Wed; times vary by level. See the 5th. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Adoptive Parents Support Group; Yreka. This support group is open to adoptive, foster, & relative caregivers. Share parenting ideas, strategies, successes & gather support from others in the same parenting situation. All ages. 5:30-7:30pm. Free. Yreka Family Resource Center, 201 S. Broadway. (530)879-3861. Songs, Stories & Puppets!; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music, plus every 4th Wed watch puppets act out a story. Adult must accompany young children. Wed, 10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep dances & how to lead or follow. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

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

29 | THURSDAY BUTTE COUNTY 12th Annual Bridging The Gap Christmas Boutique; Chico. Shop for gifts from around the world. Your purchase will provide clean water in developing countries. All ages. 2-7pm. Free. Adams Home, 45 Parkside Court. (530)342-5746. After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-10am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Musical Theatre Production: “A Charlie Brown Christmas”; Chico. The Peanuts Gang discovers the true meaning of Christmas. The beloved & classic animated television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation. All ages. 11/29-12/2.

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

7:30pm. $8-$15. Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-5152. Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs & activities for children. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Storytime; Paradise. Nurture your child’s love for reading through stories & songs while making new friends. Ages 5 & under. Th, 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes. Ages 0-3. Th, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY Anderson Library Storytime: The Jolly Christmas Postman; Anderson. Enjoy a fun story & meet a local postman from the Anderson Post Office. After the story, visit the mail truck to receive a special letter from the postal carrier. Tree ornament craft provided by First 5 Shasta. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding. 2nd & 4th Th, 5:30-7pm. Lotus Center, 3290 Bechelli Lane. (530)440-6033. Little Explorers: Birds; Redding. Big birds, small birds, short birds, tall birds. Why do they have feathers? Does the early bird always catch the worm? Learn about them all. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm; Th. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Ages 4 & up. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:15-7:00pm (ages 9 & up). See the 1st. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. Tue/Th, 4:15-5:15pm. See the 1st. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Adoptive Parents Support Group; Mt. Shasta. This support group is open to adoptive, foster & relative caregivers. Share parenting ideas, strategies, successes & gather support from others in the same parenting situation. All ages. 9:30am-11:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)879-3861. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. January is Samba. Fun, supportive

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environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. Th, 6:457:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

30 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY 12th Annual Bridging The Gap Christmas Boutique; Chico. Shop for gifts from around the world. Your purchase will provide clean water in developing countries. All ages. 12-5pm. Free. Adams Home, 45 Parkside Court. (530)342-5746. After-School Legos, Crafts & Games; Paradise. Play games, build & design with Legos, make a craft. Bring your imagination & have some fun. Something different each week. This is the place to be at 2:30pm on Fridays. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Branch Library Meeting Room, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Dropins welcome. Fri, 10-11am. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Parent Café; Gridley. A free family night out with dinner & good conversation. A place to meet other community members in a relaxed environment. Childcare provided. All ages. 4th Friday, 6-8pm. Location TBD, call for info. (530)899-4940. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages. Fri, 12pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Musical Theatre Production: “A Charlie Brown Christmas”; Chico. The Peanuts Gang discovers the true meaning of Christmas. The beloved & classic animated television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation. All ages. 11/29-12/2. 7:30pm. $8-$15. Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-5152. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $7.75 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Dollar Night At Chico Cheer All Stars Gym; Chico. $1 = 1.5 hours of fun. Use the gym & equipment to play, tumble or perfect your cheer skills. Fri, 5-7pm. See the 5th. Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem & friendships & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:30-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri/Sat, 9am5pm. See the 2nd. Mommy & Me Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on explorations with your child in a drop-in Montessori-inspired environment. Includes special activity each day. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. See the 1st. Open Play Sessions At Children’s Discovery Playhouse; Paradise. Get ready to play with your child again in themed play areas, including grocery store, veterinary clinic, bakery, theater stage & farm. Ages 6mos-9yrs. Fri & Sat, 10-11:30am or 12:302pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Fri, 4:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with black-light bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY Basic Waterbath-Steam Canning; Redding. This class introduces boiling water & atmospheric steam canning as safe methods to preserve fruits, sauces, salsas, pickles & other tasty treats. Ages 12 & up. 6-9pm. $45; must pre-reg. Aunt Bee’s Kitchen, 1213 C St. (530)225-4095. Cascade Christmas; Redding. Redding’s holiday tradition returns with an all new story in Cascade Theatre’s production of Cascade Christmas. This holiday spectacular features music, dance & illusion that will bring the spirit of Christmas into everyone’s hearts. All ages. 11/23-30. Fri & Sat, 7pm; thru 12/2. $14-28. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530) 243-8877. Cottonwood Community Library Book Sale; Cottonwood. Hardcover books, paperbacks, children’s books, DVDs & books on tape or CD for sale. Prices start at 25¢, so come early for the best selections. All proceeds benefit the Cottonwood Community Library. All ages. 11am-2pm. 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great time for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Free. Rowell Family Empowerment. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. White Wonderland Fashion Contest; Redding. Come enjoy refreshments, discounts on products, raffle tickets, prizes & help judge the fashion contest. An additional 10% off will be given to people who donate a toy for toy drive. All ages. 6-9pm. Free. J-Rob Studios Photography & Expressions Beauty, 137 Locust St. (530)209-5806. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue & Fri, 6-7pm. See the 2nd. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. See the 2nd. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am & 10-11am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 1st. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Open House & Raffle To Benefit Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous; Mt. Shasta. Four baskets full of unique treasures will be raffled & all proceeds will benefit the youth of Siskiyou County who attend the club. Visitors will enjoy refreshments & in-store sales. A great holiday event not to be missed. All ages. 4-7pm. Free. 312 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2367. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st.

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