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North State Parent Volume 21 - Issue 12 September 2013

NORTH STATE

CONTENTS 6 Be the Change: Kerry Cordy: The Courage to Transform By Carolyn Warnemuende 7 Soaring With Eagle Scouts By Pamela Jorrick 10 Siskiyou County Schools Tackle Tobacco By Greta Hanelt 12 Localicious: TBar Pairs Fusion Cuisine and Refreshing Drinks for Cool Results By Desiree Gonzalez

24 Horse-Crazy Kids – Help Make Their Equine Dreams Come True By Greta Hanelt

13 New-Puppy Success: Suggestions for Navigating the First Days By Christina Katz

16 Two Schools in the North State Provide Students Unique Educational Opportunities By Darla Greb Mazariegos

15 ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum Brings New Festival to Oregon’s Rogue Valley: TinkerFest – A Celebration of Thinking With Your Hands By Pat Tellini

18 It's a Match: Sports, Clubs, Music & More – Helping Your Child Find A Free Time Activity That Fits By Lara Krupicka 21 Give Dance A Chance: 21 Reasons To Try Consistent Classes By Christina Katz

26 Special Horses Help Special People – Therapeutic Horseback Riding Benefits All Involved By Greta Hanelt 28 Childcare Directory 29 Going Places Family Events Calendar

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On the Cover: Three Socks, an American quarter horse, enjoys the company of Greta Hanelt and her 4-year-old daughter Cora. Now living in Mt. Shasta, Greta grew up in Montana's ranch country. She has a great love for horses and has been horseback riding since she was 3 years old. Young Cora began riding at age 2. Photography: Photographer Karrie Ann Snure of Living Shasta Photography offers beautiful images showcasing a celebration of life. Her specialties include family and senior portraits, weddings, and animal and landscape photography. For information call Karrie Ann at (530)859-2292 or visit livingshastaphotography.com.

While preparing for the coming autumn season, I’ve found my desk overflowing with to-do notes and miscellaneous reminders of potential article suggestions along with memos about what people are up to in our region. Yes, we do read requests sent in by readers! For many months I held onto a Hooves for Harmony business card, along with a note about Handi-Rider’s website, to remind me to share their stories in North State Parent. The work these two organizations dedicate to children, and of course the rapport of their willing horses, will warm your heart. Our North State communities are spread out and quite vast, but despite the miles, there are good things going on in all corners. This month we share a unique artistic approach to tobacco awareness, offered at schools in Siskiyou County. On the food front, we suggest you visit TBar & Fusion Café in Chico, featured in our Localicious column this month. The staff is as friendly as their food is delicious, and with a location close to Bidwell Park, TBar offers a perfect end-of-abike-ride spot to quench your thirst with a selection of unique and refreshing iced teas.

In another vein, teaching your child how to balance sports, school, extra activities and household responsibilities – plus enjoy family time together – can be a challenge in the back-to-school season. “As parents we want our kids to experience everything good, but there are so many good things to choose from!” muses North State Parent staff member Tina McDermott, mother of three teen-age daughters. Participation in sports helps build commitment and teamwork, plus promotes physical activity and a healthy lifestyle; statistics show that kids are less likely to get into trouble as a teen when they are involved in sports. Music, visual arts and dance are good for the brain, encourage self-discipline, and help foster a positive self-esteem. What’s a parent to do? In these pages you’ll find lots of ideas worth considering. My best,

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By Carolyn Warnemuende

Kerry Cordy the courage to transform

erry Cordy, owner and founder of Frontier Girls, a nationwide program offered as an alternative to Girl Scouts, lives by Gandhi’s edict “Become the change you want to see.” When she was in fourth grade, she joined Girl Scouts because it looked like fun, and her friends were in the program. Her mother became the troop leader. “She was fantastic,” says Kerry. “She took seven of us all the way to the Gold Award – the highest award a Girl Scout can receive.” When Kerry had daughters of her own, she enrolled them in Scouting and volunteered as the troop leader. “I decided, though, that I wanted a more traditional program that reflected the original values of Girl Scouts, as those values had changed through the years." She looked for an alternative and didn’t find one so decided to “become the change” and start a group herself. She used the original version of the Girl Scout Handbook, published in 1913, as the inspiration for what became Frontier Girls. “Our program goes right back to the values where Girl Scouts began,” she says. In fall 2006, as a homeschool parent, Kerry posted a notice on the Redding Homeschool Network stating that she was beginning

a multi-age Scout-type troop for girls as an alternative to Scouting. To her surprise, 30 parents showed up at the first meeting, and Frontier Girls was born. “I wanted to merge the best of homeschool and Scouting philosophies,” she explains. Now there are 149 Frontier Girls troops across 43 states, each as its own entity. All materials are downloaded and purchased online. Girls earn badges just like in traditional Scouting programs. “We have over 1200 badges,” says Kerry. “We want the girls to love to learn, so we encourage them to be creative in coming up with ideas for badges.” Some badges relate to traditional skills, others are more unique. Kerry designs and writes the requirements for the badges, and her assistant, Abby Olson, a homeschooled senior in high school and a Frontier Girl since the Redding troop originated, transfers them onto 1-inch buttons. They are purchased for under $1. “Abby is amazing,” reports Kerry. “She is my office and shipping manager, and the person who keeps me organized.” Abby shows as much appreciation for Kerry. “Ms. Cordy is very enthusiastic,” she says. “She helps you along your path through school and toward a career. She knows how to take things that seem irrelevant to everyday life and make them useful.” An achievement Kerry takes special pride in is the Life Skills program. She developed it so that by the time girls finish high school,

they are prepared to function independently in the world. The girls learn everything from doing laundry and ironing to balancing a checkbook and filling out tax forms. Kerry says she enjoys the challenge of finding ways of keeping each activity interesting for girls of all ages and abilities. Currently, troop members range in age from 4 through 18. Thirteen-year-old Emelyn has been in the Redding troop since she was five. Her mother, Shawna Bennett, understands the importance of including all girls inactivities. “Kerry has been a huge blessing,” she says. “Emelyn has a physical disability, and Kerry always makes her feel like she can do everything the other girls can do. When I think of Kerry, I appreciate how dedicated she is to all girls.” The Fronter Girls experience is also rewarding for troop leaders. Learn about becoming a troup leader and ways to start a troop by visiting the Frontier Girls website. When not working with Frontier Girls, Kerry, who moved to Redding from Santa Cruz in 2000 with her family, enjoys spending time with her husband, Allen, and her two daughters, Katie, 16, and Kristine, 13. They live on 40 acres that has a bass pond. “Although we travel together, we love being at home and having everyone come to us,” she says. “We are a very close-knit family.” Kerry loves reading, scrapbooking, and writing and singing songs. She appreciates the richness in her life, and shares that “Frontier Girls is my passion. This is what I do. It’s what I love. I’ll be doing this forever.” Kerry Cordy can be reached at (530) 524-8799; the Frontier Girls website is www.frontiergirlsclubs.com. Ó

Carolyn Warnemuende lives in Redding with her husband. As a girl she enjoyed Girl Scouts and 4-H. She believes in the importance of youth organizations that give young people social, emotional, intellectual, and life skills.

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

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ommitment and dedication are traits that you might expect to find in an Eagle Scout, but Ron Zufall has taken those traits to another level with his 41-year relationship with Scouting. Starting as a Cub Scout, Zufall worked his way up the ranks; he earned his Eagle Scout badge from Anderson Troop 75 in 1980. An Eagle Scout is the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America program, and requires that the applicant earn a minimum of 21 merit badges; serve six months in a troop leadership position; plan, develop, and lead a community service project; take part in a Scoutmaster conference; and

successfully complete a board of review. Zufall continued as an assistant scoutmaster during college, and started Troop 37 in Redding in 1984. He became reactivated with Scouts in 1997 when his oldest son began Scouting, going on to serve as a den leader and Cubmaster, committee chairman, patrol advisor and high adventure trip leader. “Scouting builds leaders, and gives boys a positive outlet for their creative energy. It gives opportunity for travel and adventures, and teaches responsibility and the rewards of hard work. I have yet to meet an Eagle Scout who is not

a very confident, self-reliant and dependable young man,” says Zufall. 17-year-old Luke Peasha of Cottonwood is one of those young men. He spent five years involved in Scouting programs, originally joining to have fun and go camping. He stuck with the program, going on to earn his Eagle ranking in the last year. He notes that it was a long process, but adds, “I learned a lot about dealing with conflicts, negotiating, leadership, planning skills, and how to be flexible when things don’t work out the way you thought they would – all things that will help out in college and beyond.” 8

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A large component of earning the Eagle ranking is planning and completing a community service project. Peasha’s project was to design and built a sand volleyball court for Stellar Charter School. He spent over 130 hours on the project, and admits that it was stressful at times. Asked what advice he’d offer to younger aspirants, Peasha says, “I’d tell other Scouts not to rush themselves, but take their time, and talk to others who’ve been through the process. Make sure you’re old enough to be responsible as the one in charge.” Eagle Scout candidates may seek some guidance on the community service project, but the idea, implementation and decisions along the way must be entirely their own. “I definitely learned a lot of business skills. It was like a role reversal where I was the one telling the adults what to do,” says Peasha. Colin and Jacob Milulecky are two brothers who have both committed themselves to becoming Eagle Scouts. Colin spent nine years as a Scout, and wanted to earn the Eagle rank because “It was a big deal to me and my community.” He decided to refurbish some worn-out benches and tables at Turtle Bay Exploration Park for his community service project.

After over 135 hours of sanding, scraping and painting, Colin completed his project, and Turtle Bay visitors have newly restored places to relax. Jacob spent nearly a decade Scouting, and completed his service project, also at Turtle Bay, by designing and building additions and restorations to several animal cages. “I thought that becoming an Eagle Scout was an accomplishment that is more and more uncommon these days, and would be of some use to me for applying to college and jobs. If a potential employer understands you have a rudimentary understanding of how to work hard and do challenging things, it makes you stand out among today’s youth,” says Jacob. Zufall confirms that a benefit of Scouting and earning the rank of Eagle is in the area of college scholarships, noting that his own sons have gained significant help towards educational expenses through their Scouting efforts. He also touts the benefit to the community at large. “Scouting allows the opportunity for so many different community service projects. In Shasta County, my three Eagle Scout sons have fenced the tennis courts at Grant

School, and installed irrigation and landscape at Thompson field. Others in our troop have installed a pole vault pit at Shasta High School, refurbished the outdoor basketball courts at U-Prep, and have even been in the newspaper several times for their work at House of Hope and the Good News Rescue Mission.” He adds, “And on top of all this, it has been a heck of a lot of fun for me! We have taken trips to Idaho for whitewater rafting and to rappel in the Rockies, and sea kayaking in Alaska this year among glacial icebergs, to name a few of our adventures. It is nice to take a break from my dental office and head out into the woods with these boys, watching them grow and develop into such wonderful young men. Taking them on adventures keeps me young at heart!” Ó Pamela Jorrick is a writer and mother living in Northern California. While she has never earned a Scouting badge, she thoroughly enjoys adventures and community service projects with her family and friends.

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Preventing tobacco use among youth & young adults

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TACKLE TOBACCO “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not in fighting the old, but on building the new.” –Socrates

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ighty-one percent of California teenagers prefer dating non-smokers,” recites Maya, a Butteville Elementary sixth grade student who is rehearsing for one of a series of recorded tobacco awareness ads to be shown at the Mount Shasta Cinema. Next, four boys enter the room with hand puppets, preparing to record their ad with videographer Mark Oliver. Overseeing the production is Maggie Shepard, who is a school nurse and the prevention services coordinator for the Siskiyou County Office of Education. Her focus is to teach students about the negative effects of tobacco use while at the same time helping them build a sense of empowerment and self-worth. The Tobacco Health Protection Act of 1988 (Proposition 99) funds both public health and school-based education programs to prevent and reduce tobacco use. In Siskiyou County, the school-based Tobacco Use Prevention Education program (TUPE) is com-

posed of three components: a research-validated prevention curriculum; smoking cessation and intervention services; and youth development activities. Shepard teaches the smoking cessation classes. Using assessment tools, students explore their relationship with tobacco: Do they smoke because of depression, stress, habit and/or peer pressure? What situations or people trigger smoking? Students keep journals to record tobacco use and the circumstances in which the use occurred, providing insight into situations that trigger an urge to smoke. Students begin the quitting process by committing to not smoke during a specific time of day that they typically light up. This small goal is achievable, and instills a sense of control over tobacco use. Students also learn about smoke-free text apps and websites that provide additional support and encouragement whenever it’s needed. Local artists bring their own vision to the tobac11 co prevention curriculum for sixth through

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Siskiyou County Schools Tackle Tobacco twelfth graders. Mount Shasta artist Need to Quit Tobacco? Jill Gardner is passionate about art as a Every county has state-funded means of self-discovery, healthy expertobacco programs. Call the imentation, and self-expression. “Engaging students in the process of makCalifornia Smokers’ Helpline ing art is the main creative task,” said at 1-800-NoButts for referral Gardner. She is always surprised by the to local programs and for natural creativity that children possess. general support for becoming or “What is your super-power?” she asks remaining tobacco free. students. Their “super-power” is exactly Sign up to receive encouraging what they need to lean on during times Smokefree TXT text messages of stress, depression or crisis. by texting QUIT to 47848, or Poetry is used to explore students’ personal identities beyond peer download the QuitSTART app for and social pressures, and they learn tips and for staying smoke-free. Matisse-style paper collage to create Visit the Smokefree Teen website images of healthy and fun activities at teen.smokefree.gov for details. they are saying “yes” to in their lives. Gardner also teaches drawing, and reminds students they must practice to improve. As the course ends, the students take home a complete art project as a reminder of their “yeses.” TUPE provides youth development activities for grades 6-12 at most Siskiyou County schools. Prevention Specialist Mark Mitchinson facilitates one-day peer tobacco education trainings, where selected eighth grade students are trained as peer educators, and later give presentations to their schools’ sixth-grade classes. The presentations include hand-on activities and demonstrations. There’s an emphasis on chewing tobacco, as Siskiyou County has a significantly higher rate of use by minors than the national average.

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If tobacco prevention programs assist students in quitting tobacco earlier in their lives, they may prevent tobacco-related death. “Smoking is one of the most damaging things you can do to your health,” Shepard comments. She adds, “The more quit attempts that happen, the more likely you are to quit using tobacco.” “It is our hope that through the TUPE program, we can assist students to not only stop using tobacco, but in the process, help them build lifelong, positive health-promoting behaviors,” Shepard says. As parents, teachers and friends of youth in our communities, we can all plant seeds of hope by sharing our passions and living healthy lives. For more information about the Siskiyou County Office of Education’s Tobacco Use Prevention Education program, call (530) 842-8417 or email mshepard@ siskiyoucoe.net. Ó Author Greta Hanelt lives and plays in Mount Shasta with her husband and two young children. They enjoy the outdoors and exploring art projects of all kinds.

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By Desiree Gonzalez

TBar Pairs Fusion Cuisine and Refreshing Drinks for Cool Results

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was in the mood for something quick and light, so I headed over to Tea Bar and Fusion Café, aka “TBar.” It was lunchtime and the place was hopping. The outdoor patio looked full, so I hoped to find a seat inside after ordering at the counter. TBar (formerly “Teaz Me”) specializes in a variety of specialty hot and cold teas. Sounds simple, but there are many possibilities! I had to decide whether I wanted them to “Freeze Me,”“Ice Me,”“Sparkle Me” or “Steam Me.” With about seven different options under each of those headings, it took me a few minutes to choose. The day was warm, so I decided on a sugar-free Mystic Mandarin sparkling tea infusion ($2.85) with tapioca pearls added (50 cents). The “Feed Me” section of the menu offers Fusion Wraps ($6.95) with a choice of topping, wrapper, type of rice, and dressing. Fusion Bowls ($8.95) include choice of topping, grain or salad, and dressing. All wraps & bowls include avocado, cucumber, julienne carrots, and,

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depending on your selection, daikon sprouts or organic baby greens. I requested a Fusion Bowl with sweet chili chicken, organic salad, and low-fat miso dressing on the side. My friendly cashier sent me on my way with a number, and I was able to find a bar seat near the window. Within three minutes, my food arrived, and it looked amazing. My heaping plateful of greens was deliciously fresh, and the julienne carrots, cucumbers and sprouts were crisp. The sliced avocado was perfectly ripe. My bowl of scrumptiousness was topped off with bites of tender grilled chicken marinated in chili sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds. I’d ordered the miso dressing because it was the low-fat option, and it was wonderful, filled with chopped fresh ginger … it complemented the chicken perfectly. The citrusy flavor of my tea went well with the salad and was very refreshing. An extra-wide straw accommodated the black tapioca pearls I’d requested

– they sink to the bottom of the glass and swell, adding texture and fun. Three women seated next to me were enjoying frosted tea lattes and blended tea sorbets, which looked delicious. On a previous trip, I had enjoyed a Ginger Pear sparkling tea and a tofu wrap, both of which were equally tasty. The wraps are large enough to share, so I ate half and saved the rest for later. TBar has additional fusion specialties, such as teriyaki chicken and pineapple skewers, miso soup (seasonal), and a warm edamame bowl, each under $5. They also offer a kids’ bowl for $5.95, and “Yummus Hummus” with fresh-baked naan bread ($5.65). If your sweet tooth needs satisfaction, order a mini carrot cake, chocolate sin cake, fresh-baked cookies or chocolatedipped biscotti. The food is fast, yet healthy and tasty. It’s a great place for a lunch or dinner with kids, a book club meeting, or a quick meal. Ó

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New-Puppy Success

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othing makes a house feel like a home and bonds a family together better than a scampering young bundle of fur, grrrs and

face-licks. But let’s keep things real, folks. That sweet, helpless “man’s best friend” is also an animal with instincts that need to be channeled, pronto, before your little cutie-pie morphs – seemingly overnight – into a weapon of mass home destruction. If you want to keep your home intact tomorrow, do not dally. Gaze into those puddly, I-will-never-leaveyour-side eyes, and promise your little home-wrecker that you will do whatever it takes to keep him, and your home, puppy-safe. 1. Get a puppy-training crate. Because puppies have boundless energy that you'll likely need breaks from, your dog is going to need a safe haven. Don’t wait … get the right-sized dog crate your pup can stand up and turn around in easily, with some room to grow. Until your pup is done teething, an old towel is all he needs for a bed. Best part: you can put your puppy in his crate, leave the

room or the house, and know you have temporarily dismantled your little puppy bomb, at least for a short time. 2. Straight to the vet. A puppy you bring into your home needs a clean bill of health and inoculations to keep it and your family safe. Puppy are usually unfazed by quick trips to the vet. Use the crate to safely transport your pup – resist the urge to let your puppy be loose or on your lap in the car. 3. Gate him off. If you let your dog run loose throughout your home, you are asking for trouble. In addition to the crate, designate puppy-safe indoor areas that can be cordoned off, preferably without carpeting, until your pup is fully potty trained. Kitchens, bathrooms, mudrooms and laundry rooms work well. Puppies chew things throughout their teething phase. Do not let your puppy have access to electrical cords or other items that could become shock or choking hazards. “Puppy-proofing” is similar to “baby-proofing.” Keep things you care about out of reach – remotes, shoes, cell phones, etc. Find out if you have houseplants that may be toxic to dogs. 14

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4. Set your alarms. Eventually your pup will be able to make it all the way through the night without any potty breaks. Until then, set an alarm for the amount of time you know he can hold it. When the alarm goes off, scoot your pup straight outside, give the command to go, and praise the results. He’ll soon learn where he’s supposed to go to take care of business when he’s let out of his crate. 5. You have more than one new best friend. The first is edible - stock up on the extra-special treats many dog trainers recommend as essential for training your puppy. Buy a large tub of chicken jerky or freeze-dried liver. Wield these treats wisely and judiciously for good behavior, and you will quickly train your savage beast. Now’s the time to get recommendations for local trainers who teach canine obedience classes and offer private sessions. Your trainer will likely become another bestie. Get the entire family involved in training your pup and learning about canine behaviors – just one or two private lessons can make a noticeable difference in the quality of your lives together at home and in public. 6. Buy quality dog food. It may cost a little more, but think of high-quality food as an investment. Just like an apple a day keeps the doctor away, high-grade food can keep the vet away. Young puppies should be fed small amounts three to four times a day; check with your vet for guidance. Dogs ages six months and up can typically be fed twice a day, morning and evening, though your vet may recommend feeding large breed dogs smaller amounts more frequently to prevent gastric issues. Your new puppy will also need constant access to fresh, clean water except when he’s asleep in his crate. 7. Provide natural “chewies.” Raw bones and non-toxic chew toys and treats are your best bet for coping with the chewing stage. Don’t give your dog cooked bones as they can splinter and become a choking hazard. Raw carrots are an inexpensive chew treat. Be leery of rawhide chews, no matter how rampant in pet stores, because they do not digest easily and sometimes contain toxic additives. Tip: Purchase bitter apple spray to apply to furniture legs, upholstery, or any chew-

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Here’s what you’ll need to keep your puppy safe and happy, and to help you, your family and your puppy adjust as smoothly as possible to each other and to your new routine. • Dog crate & towels • Stainless steel food and water bowls • High-quality puppy food • Vet visits • Pet-proof doorway gates (can use baby gates) • Enzyme cleaner & rags • Dog training treats • Collar or halter • Leash • Bitter apple spray

able surfaces within your pup’s reach during teething time. 8. Be ready for anything. By “anything,” I’m referring to pee and poop. If you are prepared for an accident before it happens, you’ll be calmer if and when it does. Be prepared for the worst, and try not to over-react when accidents happen. Keep clean-up supplies and enzyme spray at the ready to remove the scent from the scene of the crime. 9. Keep cool. You wouldn’t hit or scold your child harshly for making a mistake during potty training, right? So when your puppy has a whoopsie, redirect without scolding. Never yell or use physical punishment. Calmly take your puppy outside to finish the job, and then calmly put him in his crate. Clean up the mess without grumbling, and spray the spot with an enzyme neutralizer to eliminate the likelihood of a repeat. 10. Enjoy playtime. Make sure your pup gets enough time outside and plenty of exercise, and you’ll benefit from

less wear and tear in your home. Let your puppy run loose outside, with supervision, a few times a day. Take him out on a leash for a daily walk or run. Fresh air and exercise is good for the whole family, and puppies that get enough exercise sleep better! If it’s too cold or wet to go outside, get down on the floor and play. When you wear your little guy out before bedtime, you’ll all sleep better. Enjoy your puppy! He won’t stay little for long, and in return for your loving attention he’ll provide an abundance of love and companionship for the whole family. Ó Author and journalist Christina Katz knows that sweet puppies can turn into even sweeter dogs.

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ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum Brings New Festival to Oregon’s Rogue Valley:

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September 21st and 22nd

hen designer Richard Jarel was eight years old, he took apart his father’s watch. “I carefully put it back together and it worked fine,” he recalls. “The only problem was that I still had three parts left over. My dad was not happy!” That experience did not dampen Jarel’s tinkering spirit. He’s gone on to design toy prototypes for Mattel, and special effects for Disney, Universal Studios and Paramount Pictures. From the Batmobile to Power Ranger helmets, from kinetic sculptures to a remote-controlled flying superman, Jarel’s creations populate our cultural landscape. Jarel will share his creative journey and what he calls his “eye candy” of prototypes, props and models when he joins other creative thinkers and inventors for two days of playful invention and exploration at ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum’s inaugural TinkerFest on September 21 and 22. Members of the Rogue Hack Lab, Ashland Art Center, Southern Oregon University’s Department of Digital Arts, and other inspired tinkerers have all worked with museum staff to create a variety of tinkering tables, “playshops” and activities. “One planned activity that is sure to be a big draw is the car takeapart,” said Chip Lindsey, executive director of ScienceWorks. Lindsey has spearheaded many similar events at other museums over the past ten years. “Kids love being enLearn how to make beautiful woven wire sculpcouraged to take things apart, and tures with award-winning master jeweler and artist Arline Fisch. that leads to wondering how to put them back together again.” TinkerFest focuses on open-ended hands-on discovery that celebrates science, technology, engineering, art and creativity. Parents and children will have the

opportunity to play at a wide variety of tinkering tables that offer opportunities such as dismantling and fixing small appliances, constructing copper-wire trees that incorporate LED lights, building sculptures from odds and ends, crafting wiggly recycled-tire creatures, and manipulating robotic warriors. The festival brings technology together with craftspeople, educators, families and artists to learn from each other. Art and technology are merged in interactive performances featuring dance, music, and robotic demonstrations. “The broad focus is to bring folks together who want to share their passions for building, designing, creating and performing,” said Lindsey. On September 22, the museum The car take-apart is one of the many popular will offer in-depth playshops with tinker stations offered both days. Photo by internationally-acclaimed artists Nelson Chenault. Georgina Hayns and Arline Fisch (advanced registration is required). Hayns turned her childhood love of puppet-making into career-producing award-winning 3-D animated films like "Coraline" and "ParaNorman." She’ll share her process with aspiring puppet-makers, teaching the basics of armature building, costumes, hair, sculpting and claymation. Contemporary master jeweler Arline Fisch will lead a workshop in knitting and crocheting with wire, teaching techniques she used to create the shimmering jellyfish wire sculptures of her traveling exhibition, Creatures from the Deep, also featured as part of TinkerFest. For more detailed information and a schedule of events and times, visit www.TinkerFest.org , visit the museum at 1500 E Main St., Ashland, Oregon, or call (541) 482-6767. Ó

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By Darla Greb Mazariegos

TWO SCHOOLS IN THE NORTH STATE PROVIDE STUDENTS UNIQUE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

hese days, parents have multiple options for choosing the best educational path for their children. In the past, choices for educating children were primarily public or religious schools. Alternatives now include publicly funded charter schools and private non-sectarian schools, and home-schooling is more popular than ever. When choosing the best school for an individual child, parents should assess their child’s unique learning styles, academic interests and personal needs in order to choose a school that’s the best match for their child. Two small private schools in Northern California, the Whittenberg Country School in Tehama County and the Progressive Schoolhouse in Butte County, provide children with an enriching education and are models for other schools that want to provide individualized instruction in a nurturing environment.

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“For the things we have to learn before we can do them, we learn by doing them.”–Aristotle Whittenberg Country School (WCS) is a small private school in Red Bluff for grades 1-8. It was established by Zachary Whitten, the school’s director and teacher. After teaching at schools in the area, he founded WCS in 2011 as an alternative educational choice for parents looking for a private education, with a focus on individualized learning in a multi-grade classroom, similar to the tradition of the one-room schoolhouse. As a School of Mastery, WCS is student-centered; students learn at their own pace, moving ahead through the curriculum, mastering the material unit by unit. As they complete each lesson, their knowledge is assessed, giving them immediate feedback and discerning whether the student has mastered the material. In addition to core subjects like English, math, science and history, art is taught on a daily basis by the

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classroom teacher. Specialist teachers offer further enrichment, such as in visual arts and music, on a weekly basis. Whittenberg Country School is located on the 50acre Whitten family ranch, owned by the family since 1919. The ranch has a creek, ponds, open farm fields and wild areas, providing children a rich environment for experiencing outdoor life. Cattle, sheep, pigs and turkeys are raised on the ranch, and students learn to work with the animals. WCS emphasizes the importance of exposing children to a broad range of experiences, from climbing trees and wading in creeks to cooking a meal. Students grow their own vegetables in the school’s garden and have witnessed the birth of a lamb. Whitten states: “Part of growing up is acquiring a large group of experiences.

Children need experiences that are rich and broad.” Field trips are important components of the WCS. Two trips are scheduled each month, one outside and one within the ranch. Trips away include visits to Lassen Volcanic National Park, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, Vina Plains Preserve and the California Academy of Sciences. Whittenberg Country School will be hosting the Pumpkinhead Family Bike Ride on October 12 at Red Bluff’s Ridgeway Park. Partnering with the Sacramento River Discovery Center, the event will raise funds for outdoor education and recreational programs. The school’s annual Almond Blossom Ball fundraiser is being held February 8, also in Red Bluff. Another private school in the North State providing a unique educational choice is The Progressive Schoolhouse in Chico. Founded by Director Lori Tennant 17

in 1985, Tennant’s vision for the school has been to create a model school where a developmental philosophy would be exemplified. “It is an intentional model for educational reform,” states Tennant. The developmental philosophy is based on studies showing that children think and learn at different developmental stages corresponding to their ages. The school also recognizes that each child’s learning process is unique, so instruction is tailored to each child’s individual needs and learning style. Tennant says, “To individualize is to honor and respect each individual’s unique inherent learning potential.” In addition to serving as director and administrator, Tennant is one of the school’s two full-time teachers. Throughout her many years of teaching, she has developed extensive materials to create the school’s curriculum, which includes traditional classroom subjects: core skills such as mathematics, reading, writing, science and humanities, as well as other important skills such as note taking, critical thinking and leadership. Students of The Progressive Schoolhouse come together as a group to apply what they are learning by creating projects using research, writing, timelines and other tools. Last spring, some of the students’ projects included creating three-dimensional maps of geologic features and three-dimensional environmental drawings. Every project includes creative writing and presentation components. Students begin acquiring foundational skills in the early grades; their skills and knowledge are enhanced through related learning activities and concepts that are taught as they progress through grade levels. The younger children, kindergarten through grade 3, have their own classrooms, providing opportunities for hands-on learning and preporation for their work at upper grade levels. The rooms for students in grades 4–12 have large tables where students can spread out their projects and work on individualized programs.

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Art is an integral component of The Progressive Schoolhouse – all the arts are represented through the school year. Since 1995, the school has been recognized as a model school for The International Institute of Education Through the Arts. The school offers the Artist’s Playground, a year-round after-school art program for children and families, as well as an eight-week summer arts program. Both The Progressive Schoolhouse and Whittenberg Country School are exceptional private schools. “The educational experience should meet the needs of every student,” Tennant states. Both schools strive to achieve that goal.

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ccording to the National Center for Education Statistics, there is a strong association between kids' participation in extracurricular activities and academic success. But finding the right activity, club, or sport that’s the right fit for your child can sometimes be a tricky matter. Just about every parent can attest to the frustration of trying to convince a

child to practice an instrument, do his best work for a club project, or pack his gear bag and head out for athletic training. Want to feel less frustration, and more enthusiasm and self-motivation from your child? Here are answers to some of the biggest challenges in helping your child “own” his chosen free-time pursuits:

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It's A Match: Sports, Clubs, Music & More – Helping Your Child Find A Free Time Activity That Fits

How to Help a Reluctant Joiner:

• Signing up with a friend can boost confidence. • Praise effort, not achievement. Says David Elkind, “Many times children who are afraid to try new things have been overly praised for doing one thing and are afraid they will not do as well on the next.” • Search for smaller group settings. that may be causing him to quit. Otherwise, if your child isn’t engaged in the activity and isn’t developing any skills at it, then don’t push him to continue. After two or three seasons of a sport or a year of another activity, your child will have mastered the basics and should be ready to learn and grow. If he’s not interested, this won’t happen no matter how much you push. He’ll just be miserable and could grow to like it even less.

“The important thing is to leave doors open,” says David Elkind, author of The Power of Play and The Hurried Child. “Kids are young. They need to experiment.”

Some circumstances may warrant a “keep at it until ...”

This works when you want your child to stick out a commitment or stay with an activity long enough to master a specific skill. For example, if your goal for piano lessons is for your child to learn to read music, then communicate that to her. Explain that you’d like her to continue piano until she gets through a specific performance book. Elkind suggests parents “realize that because a child doesn’t take to something doesn’t mean he or she will never learn commitment, only that they need to find the right thing to be committed to.”

What signs can you look for that indicate an activity or sport isn’t the right match for your child? How about when it’s a good match?

When the activity isn’t a good fit, your child may protest at going to lessons or practices. She’ll give a half-hearted effort toward it. Or on the other end of the spectrum, she may be giving it her best but never getting the hang of it. Then it may be time to take a break from that activity. Or you may need to find a different instructor or coach whose style better suits your child. If she’s excited about a sport, but doesn’t have the aptitude, maybe she could 20 try a supporting role, such as team manager.

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When you find a good match (between activity and/or instructor) things will click. Your child will look forward to practices and meets. You’ll notice steady improvement or development of skills. And more than likely your child will engage in the activity on his own as well shooting baskets in the driveway or reading books on robotics in his spare time. For Gretchen Desch, whose daughter Jenny became an avid swimmer after dabbling in other sports, the difference is noticeable. “She is the one to say, ‘It’s time to leave for practice.’ She has ownership of that,” says Desch. If you haven’t found a match yet, it’s important to keep on looking. Making a child stick with a sport they’re no good at can cause their confidence to falter and prevents them from finding what they do enjoy. And don’t always assume your non-athletic child is getting exercise by being on a team. Coaches will tell you uninterested players often put forth a minimal amount of effort. Better to get them in a physical pastime they like where they’ll pour on the steam. “The most effective strategy is to support the child’s natural interests, even if it is not what we would like them to do,” says Elkind. It can also help to have an outsider’s perspective on your child. If a teacher or coach comments to you on an ability he sees in your child, encourage him to tell your child directly. The external push may be all it takes. “I had mentioned swim team off and on for years,” says Desch. “ But when her swim teacher suggested she join the team, that’s when she decided to do it.”

Is it ever too late for my child to start a sport or a hobby? I’m afraid if we don’t get him started young, he’ll never catch up to his peers.

Few sports are age-dependent. And more often than not, it may be better to wait before starting. Kids need exposure to sports and hobbies, but not necessarily overexposure. Too much of anything can burn kids out. “There is so much for young children to learn about: language, social skills, and the physical and natural world. None of that is inborn,” says Elkind. “There is no evidence that starting early has special benefits.” Instead, let your child lead. Is he interested in building with toy bricks or similar toys? Find a local Lego club or visit a hands-on museum. Does he want to join his friends at Boy Scouts? Sign him up. Has your child admired professional ice skaters or gymnasts while watching televised performances? Visit an ice skating rink, or sign him up for a tumbling class. If you’re pushing your child to start something before he’s ready, it may work out. But his lack of readiness also has the potential to hurt his chances of succeeding. Whatever your struggle, remember the ultimate goal of sports, music and other freetime activities is enjoyment. If you’re too worried about your child finding success, you’re both missing out on the fun. “They are who they are. All you can do is encourage them to bring out the best they can be,” says Desch. Prompt your child to explore his world and test his interests. And remind yourself to enjoy the exploration together … you may find a new hobby or sport to share with each other long-term. Ó Author Lara Krupicka loves watching her three daughters try new pursuits as they add to their repertoire of interests.

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on’t be fooled by glittery costumes and false eyelashes – competitive dancers are athletes who deserve to be taken just as seriously as participants in any other sport. Dance at any level offers multiple benefits and can teach practical skills that carry over into everyday life. According to the National Registry of Dance Educators,

dance provides physical, intellectual, artistic, social and individual benefits to participants. When performed regularly and intensively, dance is both a sport and a multi-sensory art form that can raise your child’s self-esteem. Unlike seasonal sports, dance practice typically runs through the school year or even year-round. Dancers tend to take foundational dance classes first, and learn new forms

of dance as their skills grow. Ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, acrobatics and hip hop are common forms of dance offered at studios. If you are considering dance for your child, visit local studios to find a vibe and set of values that are a good match with your child. Here are some of the rewards and skills 22 gained through taking consistent dance classes:

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1. Listening. In order to learn, dancers have to hear and absorb verbal instructions from their teachers. Verbal instruction is offered in different ways, helping students learn to pay attention at all stages of the learning process. 2. Observing. Another way dancers learn is by watching demonstrations. Dancing is a multi-sensory skill, so there are many ways to learn. Observing closely is an important part of the process. 3. Social skills and expansion. Dancers can make new friends in dance class and expand their social circles. Children who spend consistent time working on new skills together are likely to form deeper friendships. 4. Follow-through. Dance is a kinesthetic experience, so if your child has trouble concentrating, dance may be a good way to build follow-through. Children who have trouble sitting still in school may learn to concentrate better through learning and practicing dance movements, which requires considerable focus. 5. Musicality and rhythm. If you want your child to become more musical, even without playing an instrument, dance is a good choice. The measured movements kids learn in dance help them understand and adapt to other kinds of rhythms, musically and in life. 6. Strength. Dancers are stronger than you might think. In my daughter’s fifth-grade classroom, a petite veteran competitive dancer routinely beats the football players at arm wrestling. Danc-

ers need both core and individual muscle strength to leap, turn and twist safely. 7. Flexibility. Don’t worry if your child is not necessarily flexible or agile before beginning dance. Flexibility is something that is approached incrementally as a dancer learns and grows. With consistent stretching and flexing, any student can become more limber. 8. Overall Fitness. Regular dancing increases balance, endurance, and cardiovascular health. 9. Responding to feedback. Dancers receive ongoing feedback from instructors. The onus is on them to receive constructive feedback graciously, and apply it so they can improve. This teaches responsiveness and collaboration instead of defensiveness and oversensitivity. 10. Poise. Dance can help cure the curse of klutziness. If your child frequently trips or bumps into things, poise in the studio will eventually translate into increased body awareness and motor control outside the studio as well. 11. Self-discipline. Many life situations require learning to do things to the best of our ability. Mastering a dance routine teaches dancers how to aim for a goal and reach it. Repeated over time, the ability to accomplish a goal can be applied to any task or healthy habit. 12. Self-expression. Dance styles and events are many and varied, offering something for all personalities, ages, body types and skill levels. Dancers learn to express themselves artistically 23

Give Dance A Chance: 21 Reasons To Try Consistent Classes through movement, agility, showmanship, poise, teamwork, and letting their personalities shine through. 13. Commitment. Dancers learn they earn dividends on what they invest in their art. Half-hearted engagement typically yields poor results. When a dancer commits consistently and fully, the payoff is great. 14. Confidence. Confidence comes from doing. It’s one thing to watch a dance production – it’s quite another to perform in one, or to master a new dance skill. Because dance is multi-sensory, don’t be surprised if it boosts your child’s confidence in unanticipated ways. 15. Posture. Body language experts have proven that by changing our posture, we can change our feelings and attitude. Dancers practice good posture, which has both short and long-term benefits physiologically and emotionally. 16. Body awareness. No matter what size they are, dancers learn that an active, healthy body helps accomplish many objectives in life with greater ease. They also learn the benefits of eating healthy to fuel their bodies. 17. Teamwork. Dancers often literally depend on each other to lift or hold each other up, and to connect to make a whole. By working together, dancers learn to trust each other and to trust themselves in a group setting. 18. Positive attitude. “When you smile, the whole world smiles with you,” so the saying goes. Like posture, tests have

shown that smiling makes you feel better overall. The dance studio is a place where students are reminded to stay centered, to relax and to smile. 19. Stress reduction. Life gets bumpy sometimes, even for kids. Children who are experiencing stress typically benefit from expressive outlets for their energy, and the consistency, focus and health benefits of dance may help counterbalance the negative effects of stressful life situations. 20. Respect. Most dance instructors are trained in the art, and studios expect kids to be respectful towards their teachers. They also learn to be respectful toward others in classes and rehearsals. Dancers who treat others honorably tend to gain much from the process, just like in real life. 21. Community. Dancers are not just part of a class, they are part of an extended community. A studio is composed of the owner, instructors, students, and parents and families of the students. Dancers learn they can be a significant part of the whole and still shine as individuals. They can look to others for good examples and also set a good example. Most importantly, dancers learn to work hard, do their best and still have fun. Ó Author Christina Katz believes in the power of the arts to improve and enrich the lives of children and families, and appreciates the moments she’s witnessed transformative results first-hand.

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By Greta Hanelt

Horse-Crazy Kids

Help Make Their Equine Dreams Come True

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want a pony!” You may have heard this classic refrain from your own child recently. Many children go through an obsessive horse phase. As a horse-loving eight-year-old, I lavished our Welsh pony, and my herd of plastic horse figurines, with attention. I incessantly read books about horses and wrote illustrated stories about them. I also enthusiastically rode and showed horses in 4-H. I had horse fever then and still do … and now I’m thrilled to be sharing horses with my children. My son Austin was eighteen months old when he first met our friend’s gentle horse Magic. Austin’s eyes were wide with awe at the enormous four-legged creature before him. I helped Austin extend his hand for Magic to blow and sniff, the horse version of a hand shake. Once in the saddle Austin moved back and forth saying “Go!” His face was quite serious as he spoke, and he broke into a wide grin once Magic began walking. He’s been wild about horses ever since ... whenever Austin sees a horse he asks to ride in an urgent voice. So, what to do about horse-crazy kids? Fortunately, a number of North State organizations and businesses offer equine lessons, camps, trail rides, birthday parties and volunteer opportunities in Butte, Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama Counties. In Anderson, Alicia Ryan operates NorCal Trail Rides and NorCal Riding Stables. Her clientele ranges from 2 to 70 years old, and includes grandmothers who take lessons with their granddaughters. Lessons are available year-round in an indoor or outdoor arena. A budget-friendly option is to book

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a one-hour private lesson and split the instruction time with a friend. Visitors are welcome to make an appointment to visit the riding stables and watch a lesson. Shasta Wilderness Horse Adventures in Grenada, ten miles south of Yreka, also offers riding lessons. Owner Jaime Risner shares her passion for horses with her children, who continue the tradition through competing in horse shows and accompanying her on trail rides. Jaime says, “A lot of my joy comes from watching kids have fun and build confidence as they learn to ride.” She instructs riders of all ages. Jaime’s friend Laura Maddy offers carriage rides, lessons, trail rides and more for all levels of riders at her familyrun Rockin’ Maddy Ranch in Yreka. Almond Country Farms Equestrian Center in Durham, five miles south of Chico, offers group and private riding lessons with seven horses available to ride, and ponies for younger children. Owner and instructor Robyn Stearns teaches both English and Western riding styles. All the stables mentioned host birthday parties. At Almond Country Farms, all ages are welcome, and kids ages 7 and up ride their own horse at the party. Robyn explains, “Depending on ability, we do things like Simon Says, Red Light Green Light, relay races and balancing games.” Equestrian camps are a great introduction to the handling and care of horses. They are perfect for beginners to learn about horse safety, how to read a horse’s body language, and to properly groom, tack and lead a horse. NorCal Riding Stables Rides has summer and school holiday camps over Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. Their camps teach

the basics of horse care “as if you owned your own horse,” Alicia says. “It’s how you would care for your horse each day.” Shasta Wilderness Horse Adventures offers camps in spring and summer. Almond Country Farms Equestrian Center also offers summer camps. Get your whole family on horseback by riding a trail together. Shasta Wilderness Horse Adventures will meet you at any riding location within Siskiyou County; Jaime often meets people at Lake Siskiyou for a trail ride. Rides are geared for ages 7 and up, although she has made exceptions for more mature or experienced younger children. Families can visit horses for free at a sanctuary or rescue ranch. The Wild Horse Sanctuary in Shingletown is open to the public for viewing on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Safe Haven Horse Rescue in Cottonwood has volunteer opportunities for families, including volunteer workdays on 2nd Saturdays monthly from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Home at Last Sanctuary in Yankee Hill of Butte County has volunteer opportunities on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Your family can learn about the care and responsibility of horse ownership, without the cost, by helping muck a stall, groom a horse, give out treats, organize and clean tack, or help with special projects. Most sanctuaries additionally offer horse sponsorship opportunities. Other ways you can nourish your child’s enthusiasm for horses include books, photographs, videos, figurines, art projects and story writing. Plan a horse field trip to your library and see what books catch your child’s attention. Attend a local horse show or county fair. On car rides 25

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Equine Lessons, Camps, Trail Rides & Volunteer Opportunities For a full listing of opportunities, visit North State Parent’s equine resource page: www.northstateparent.com/ familyresources/animals/equine. • Almond Country Farms Equestrian Center; Durham. www.boardinghorseschico.com. (530) 343-1558. • Home At Last Sanctuary; Yankee Hill. www.halsanctuary.org. (530) 514-1439. • NorCal Trail Rides & Riding Stables; Anderson. www.norcaltrailrides.com. (530) 515-8958. • Rockin’ Maddy Ranch; Yreka. www.rockinmaddyranch.com. (530) 340-2100. • Safe Haven Horse Rescue; Cottonwood. www.safehavenhorserescue.org. (530) 347-4941. • Shasta Wilderness Horse Adventures; Grenada. (530) 859-0500. • Wild Horse Sanctuary; Shingletown. www.wildhorsesanctuary.org. (530) 474-5770.

see how many horse-related things you and your child can spy – horses seem to be everywhere when we look for them! Encourage your child’s imagination and “visit” a horse without leaving your home. Get comfortable together by lying down and closing your eyes. Imagine going on a trail ride together and seeing animals and friends along the way. Young children will enjoy having you describe their horse and surroundings to them. Older children can visualize and describe their horse to you. End the visualization by bringing your horses back to a pasture or barn and saying goodbye. Afterwards, draw, paint or collage the images with your child, and hang your art. Kids are magnetized toward horses for many reasons. Nurturing this relationship can develop positive physical and emotional skills. Learning to ride and care for a horse develops balance, coordination, strength and flexibility. Self-confidence, empathy, and awareness of boundaries are some emotional benefits of bonding with horses. You don’t need to buy a horse – children can enjoy these rewards by connecting with other horse-crazy people out there! Ó Author Greta Hanelt dreams of owning her own horse and encourages her children to ask their grandparents for a horse on their birthdays.

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special horses help special people therapeutic horseback riding benefits all involved

Josh, Kathi, and Heather Parker of Hooves for Harmony offer love, patience and horse-savvy learning experiences for children. Sisco the Horse cooperates earnestly as 2-year-old Ansel takes a ride.

eather Parker, owner and founder of Hooves for Harmony in Anderson, is deeply passionate about therapeutic horseback riding. When asked how Hooves for Harmony has changed her life, she answers with passion, “How hasn’t it changed my life? It’s what I live for and it’s what I’m put here to do.” Hooves for Harmony is a non-profit organization, operating since 2006. The organization serves special needs children, offering them an opportunity to ride horses and experience the outdoors on Saturday mornings at no

charge. Hooves for Harmony manages to break even financially through donations and an amazing group of dedicated volunteers. Heather had horse fever as a child and grew up taking riding lessons every weekend, and participating in horse camps all summer. She says her mother was shocked to find out that at summer camp Heather had volunteered to get up at 5 a.m. each morning to help get the horses ready. Heather laughs as she recalls, “That was heaven on earth for me!”

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Heather is extremely dedicated to her horses, most of which have been rescued from abusive situations. One horse, Rocky, was severely abused and very fearful of people when she rescued him. Heather spent two years in intensive training with Rocky to rebuild his trust. Many people would have given up when faced with such a challenging task, but Heather devoted herself to Rocky’s recovery. She was rewarded as Rocky grew to understand that Heather was trustworthy, and that he was safe with her. Today Rocky is her best horse for kids’ therapy. 27

Special Horses Help Special People – Therapeutic Horseback Riding Benefits All Involved Heather has watched a rescue therapy horse working with a severely abused boy who had anger issues and had been enacting negative behaviors. After several weeks of riding lessons, his foster family witnessed a dynamic change as the boy learned to express himself in healthy ways. One 11-month-old client began riding with Heather sitting behind him. He had no ability to sit up, so Heather held him up as they rode together, twice a week at first. Within two months he was sitting up by himself, holding on and looking around. “The physical therapists couldn’t believe it,” Heather says. Heather shared that a few children in particular run across her lawn every Saturday morning yelling her name and throwing their arms around her neck. Their open gratitude provides the satisfaction Heather

Handi-Riders student Ben Jensen, age 11, rides Penny, an American Quarter Horse cross.

gets for the work she puts into the program (while also working a full-time job). Therapeutic horseback riding greatly benefits people with physical, emotional and developmental challenges. Riding promotes blood flow, strength and balance. A horse’s gait imitates that of a person, so people who aren’t able to walk can feel the back-and-forth movement while riding. Handi-Riders of Northern California Inc. in Oroville is a horse therapy program established in 1981, serving children and adults with special needs. They are a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) member and premier accredited operating center. Their fall session offers a six-week group lesson series that begins September 9, with a volunteer training on September 7. Sid McBride, program coordinator and instructor for Handi-Riders, has many stories involving memorable moments with riders. She has seen a child speak for the first time or become significantly more vocal when around the horses. “It is an occurrence that is often commonplace in our industry and sometimes I forget how significant it can be,” she says. Doctors, rehabilitation specialists, physical and speech therapists recognize

Resources:

Handi-Riders, Oroville, CA

www.handi-riders.org, (530) 533-5333.

Hooves for Harmony, Anderson, CA. www.hoovesforharmony.org, (530) 410-4422.

Stable Hands, Yreka, CA.

www.stablehands.org, (530) 842-3082. Coming up: Join renowned horse trainer Charles Wilhelm for a horsemanship clinic at the Cottonwood Creek Equestrian Center in Cottonwood on October 26. All proceeds benefit Hooves for Harmony. Call Hooves for Harmony or visit their website for details.

this significance and often refer clients to Handi-Riders. The horses are highly qualified and enjoy their work. Sid has often witnessed how incredibly patient and intune a horse can be to its rider. One woman’s dying wish was to ride a horse. Her family brought her to Handi-Riders and watched as the staff assisted her frail body onto the horse, LaChuba. Sid says, “The process of getting her on the horse was quite long and slow, and LaChuba never moved. Throughout the entire ride he maintained a slow and steady rhythm and never took a misstep.” Horse therapy has much to offer all involved. Riders benefit directly with improvements in speech, body control and behavior. Instructors and volunteers bear witness to these small miracles over time. And, as Sid shares, “horses have an additional sense that allows them to achieve amazing things with a rider.” Ó

Author Greta Hanelt lives in Mount Shasta and enjoyed volunteering for two years at Stable Hands, a therapeutic horseback riding non-profit in Yreka, CA. She now gives her two toddlers “horseback” rides around the house instead.

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

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1885 E. 8th St. • (530) 893-5139 www.parksidedaycare.com DSM Ages: Infant-8 yrs • Times: M-F, 6am-6pm Come Discover with US! We offer 4 preschool classes including a “Junior Kindergarten” with credentialed teacher, yoga, gymnastics, gardening, park walks, Spanish, Zoo Phonics®, awardwinning Kindermusik program, and PLAY! Tour now for fall enrollment…Space is limited. Lic# 045405614

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

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

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Help children learn about art, artists and art styles. The Famous Artists Portfolio Training, held in Redding, shows teachers and community volunteers how to inspire children to create their own works of art through a school outreach program of Turtle Bay Exploration Park. See the 25th (Shasta County). In Paradise, families can discover what it was like living in times past at Days Of Living History at the Gold Nugget Museum in Paradise. Visit buildings dating back to the 1800s and participate in hands-on activities led by over 100 enthusiastic volunteers. See the 14th and 15th (Butte County). The Honey Bee Festival in Palo Cedro offers two-days of fun and educational activities, including a pancake breakfast, kids' activities, arts & crafts, bee-beards demos and much more … all making the fest an annual family favorite! See the 7th and 8th (Shasta County).

Come enjoy an old-fashioned family festival in Red Bluff! Corn Fest (formerly known as Calico Faire), is a school fundraiser that includes all-you-can-eat corn, picnic games, snow cones and more. See the 7th (Tehama County).

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In Redding, the family-friendly Musical Theatre Beatles Tribute is a unique award-winning, smash hit musical featuring pivotal moments in the extraordinary career of the Beatles. See the 29th (Shasta County).

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AUDITIONS & SIGN UPS

Children’s Choir of Chico New Member Sign Ups; Chico. Children’s Choir of Chico invite new members to join Mon/Tue rehearsals thru 9/9 and

to sign up for the 2013-14 choir year. Choirs are offered for singers ages 4 yrs–grade 12, & also for women. No experience necessary. Modest tuition, some scholarships avail. Info: (530) 342-2775. Children’s Nutcracker Auditions; Weed. Siskiyou Co. children ages 5-15 with dance experience may audition to perform with the Eugene Ballet Company at November performance in Weed. See the 7th. Nutcracker Auditions; Redding. Preregister to audition (see the 14th) to perform in the Redding City Ballet’s Nutcracker in Nov. Reg online at the Redding Arts Project website or in person at The Redding Arts Project, 1726 Market St. (530)245-1018.

EXHIBITS

Landscape As Metaphor: From Arcadia To Dystopia; Chico. Spiritual uses of land are explored in this fine-art print exhibition. Works depict rural scenes of simple pleasure & changing conditions as a reaction to events. All ages. M-Sat, 11-4pm, thru 9/21. Free. Turner Print Museum, 400 West First St. (530)898-6333. Math Midway; Redding. Highly interactive, familyfriendly, carnival-style exhibition unravels the mysteries of math & how it illuminates the world around us. Try the Universal Wheel of Chance, visit the Polyhedral Puzzle Plaza & create patterns with Miles of Tiles. M-Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun, 10am-

5pm, thru 9/8. 9/9-9/29; Wed-Sat., 9am-4pm & Sun, 10am-4pm; $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Secrets Of Circles Exhibit; Chico. Check out two full galleries of Gateway’s new interactive summer exhibit & investigate the math, science & engineering of circles. All ages. 12-5pm, W-Sun, thru 9/1. $6/adults (18 & up), $3/child (3-17) & students, child 2 & under & members free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Selections From The Collection: Janet Turner; Redding. The late CSU, Chico Art Professor Janet Turner’s was a remarkable artist & printmaker. See Turtle Bay’s collection of her work, spanning over 40 years. M-Sat, 9am-5pm & Sun, 10am-5pm, thru 9/8. Wed-Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 10am-4pm thru 9/15. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. The Art Of The Brick; Redding. Nathan Sawaya is back with fantastical new LEGO® sculptures. He’s teamed up with award-winning Australian photographer Dean West to create hyper-realistic photographs accompanied by 3-D pieces featured in the images. M-Sat, 9am-5pm & Sun, 10am5pm, thru 9/2. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

The Parrot Playhouse: Lories!; Redding. Walk through an interactive aviary & feed colorful Australian lorikeets from your hand. M-Sat, 9:3011:45am & 1-5pm; Sun, 10:30-11:45am & 1-5pm thru 9/8. 9/9-4/30: Wed-Sat, 9:30-11:45am & 1-4pm, Sun 10:30-11:45am & 1-4pm. Admission $1 (plus park admission, $10-$14), includes one free nectar cup; additional cups $1. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

SPORTS & LEAGUES PROGRAMS

Beginning Youth Recreational Basketball Program; Paradise. Youth grades 3-6 learn basketball fundamentals & skills through clinics, practices & league games. Separate boys/girls leagues at each grade level. Sign up now, program runs 12/7-2/22, Sats. $60 (includes t-shirt), some scholarships avail. Pine Ridge Gym & Paradise Intermediate School Gym. (530)872-6393. Free Kids’ Bowling; Weed. Ages 15 & under bowl 2 free games daily (until 6pm) thru Oct 1. $25 family pass allows up to 4 family members to join in the fun. Bowling shoes required, if needed, rent for $2.50 or purchase an unlimited shoe rental pass, $20. Must register online at www. kidsbowlfree.com. Cedar Lanes, 137 Main St. (530)938-3278.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER

SUNDAY

SHASTA COUNTY

Family Fun Sundays At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. 1-4pm. Admission is $10 for family of four. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. Farmers Market At Turtle Bay; Redding. Buy local & get nothing but the best for your family. Wide selection of certified local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. All ages. 8am-12pm, thru 10/20. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Watch native fish in the aquarium zigzag, wiggle & play with their food at feeding time. All ages. Daily at 10:30am. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Museum aquarium, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Inter-Mountain Fair; McArthur. 94th annual Labor Day weekend fair in the hills. Arts, crafts, food, exhibits, carnival, entertainment, street dance & more. 8am-midnight. $5/general, ages 5 & under free. Intermountain Fairgrounds, 44218 A St. (530)336-5695. Sunday Public Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off at the Redding Aquatic Center from 1-4:30, thru 9/1. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Watch a hawk fly overhead, meet a porcupine, & see how fast a badger can dig! Fun-filled educational experience showcases natural behaviors of wildlife. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm, thru 9/2. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Blackberry Music Festival; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy live music, organized games, races, art for children aboard the Siskiyou Arts Bus, barbecue lunch, blackberry pie, beverages & more! All ages. 12-6pm. Free admission. Mt. Shasta City Park, 1315 Nixon Rd. (530)926-0542. First Sunday Breakfast; Mt. Shasta. Bring the family to enjoy this great all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet featuring over 20 delicious freshly made breakfast favorites. 8-11am. $8/adults, $4/kids. Mt. Shasta Community Center, 629 Alder St. The House Of Blue Leaves Theater Production: Final Performance; Siskiyou County. The New Frontier Theatre Company in collaboration with Shadow Box Players presents this critically acclaimed dark comedy by John Guare. 2pm matinee. Info: (530) 261-2005. TinMan Triathlon; Mt. Shasta. Watch athletes swim, bike & run in one of the most enjoyable triathlons in Northern CA, with 22 solo & 20 team categories. Finish the day at Mt. Shasta’s Blackberry Music Festival (listing above). All ages. 8am-4pm. Free. Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort. (530)235-5735.

Lake in a kayak (bring a friend). In this 2.5hr tour, learn about the nature & culture of the Park. Ages 6+. Daily 9:30am, Add’l tour F-Su 5:30pm, by pre-registration; group tours avail. Free, Park day-use fee $5/vehicle. Brandy Creek Beach Lot B Parking Lot. (530)242-3462. Labor Day Skate; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. 12-4pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901.

4:30-5:15pm. $50/mo. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Breastfeeding. Parents w/babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. Free if you delivered at Enloe; or $15/class. Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Cheap Skate Night; Chico. Bring friends & family for a fun night of roller skating. All ages. Tues, 6:308:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice, or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. For all ages & abilities. $55/mo or $15/class. T/Th, 3:30-5pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Paradise Tuesday Market. Meet local farmers, enjoy certified fresh produce & other items. 7:30am-12pm thru 10/15, rain or shine. Paradise Alliance Church,

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls in modern facility. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15- 6:15pm. $50/mo; free trial. Convenient location. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, baked items, tamales & other delightful handmade goods. Cal Fresh EBT, WIC & senior farmer’s market coupons accepted. 3:30-6pm, thru mid-Oct. Castle St. at N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)436-2532. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, modern activity program for children develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Ages 4+. Free trial. M-F,

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MONDAY

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End of Summer Carnival; Redding. Aquatic Center’s last event of the season. A fun-filled time of games, face-painting, dunk tank & much more. All ages. 1-4:30pm. Free/ages 0-2, $3/ages 3-15, $3.50/ ages 16+. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes one 2-topping pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane (up to 8 bowlers); includes shoes. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Intermountain Fair Closing Day; McArthur. 94th annual Labor Day weekend fair in the hills. Arts, crafts, food, exhibits, carnival, entertainment, street dance & more. 8am-midnight. $5/general, ages 5 & under free. Inter-mountain Fairgrounds, 8am-5pm. Junior Ranger Kayak Program Final Weekend; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Special program pairs parents & their children in a kayak so they can discover & share the joy of nature with each other as they paddle & play. $5 per vehicle day use fee. By reservation, call: (530)242-3462. Kayak Program; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Join a ranger & explore the coves of Whiskeytown

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6491 Clark Rd., next to PO. (520)893-3276. Play Chess!; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome! 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. “Practical Life” Toddler Activities; Chico. Fun handson activities related to everyday home life for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Tuesdays, 10:30am. $4/hr w/ class card, drop-in $6/hr; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Preschool Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6 thru adult. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. Unlimited classes $75/mo. Approved vendor for CORE Butte & S. Sutter schools. Chico Shotokan Karate Martial Arts, 2155 Park Ave. Ste. B. (530)897-0326. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. Family fun. All bikes, categories & ages welcome. Tues & Fri, 6-7pm (weather permitting). Call for cost. Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)209-4198. Chess Group; Redding. Whether you want to learn or practice, enjoy playing games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. Ages youth & adult. Tues, 6-7:30pm. Free (open to all). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Freerun/Parkour & Tumble-Fun Classes; Redding. Freerun/Parkour: Practice your urban free-run skills in a fully matted gym. Learn to flip, twist & run-out over obstacles, ages 8+, 6-7pm. $50/mo. Tumble-Fun: Fun & fast-paced beginning gymnastics class, learn basic skills & terminology, ages 6+, 4-5pm, $50/ mo. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. G-Force Gymnastics Tues Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5): intro to tumbling & trampolines; learn safety, basic skills & social interaction, 4-4:45pm, $45/mo. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun skills for exercise, 4-5pm, $50/mo. Urban Flips (age 10+), free-run/parkour for beg-adv athletes, 7-8pm, $50/mo. 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Little ones ages 5 & under have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Tu/ Th, 8:30-9:30am. $4/child; under age 4 play with adult. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Programs; Redding. Junior Tumbling: Basic tumbling on a foam-padded spring floor - learn cartwheels to round-offs, ages 6-12, 6:45-7:45pm. Little Stars: Games, obstacle courses & more promote muscle development, memory, attention span & comprehension, ages 3½-4yrs, 5-5:45pm. Classes $43/mo. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Members of the Shasta Genealogy Society assist with your family history research & questions. Tue, 10am-12pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Kids can rock out on a virtual stage playing guitar in this music video game. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Hula Dance Lessons; Anderson. Enjoy learning hula! This form of dance is fun & helps to harmonize the body, mind & spirit. Ages 5 & up. Tues, 7-8:30pm. $5/ class. Community Center, Anderson City Hall, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Lil’ Chefs; Redding. Fun & educational cooking experience for children ages 3-5, who learn about cooperation, directions, shapes, sensory exploration, fine motor skills & more. Tues, 9-10am. $20/mo ($10 Y members), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 10:30-11:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. Fun family night: all-you-can-eat pizza, salad & twists, board games, coloring, face painting & balloons. 6-8pm. $7.49/adults, $4.99/ages 6-10, Kids under 5 free. Round Table Pizza, 900 Dana Dr. (530)2231975. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Children run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised & fun environment. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, siblings welcome; must be supervised by adult. M/Tu/Th/F/ Sa, 11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Treasured Tuesdays At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting your own ceramic masterpiece for a special studio fee of $2 (plus price of pottery). All ages. 11am-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Yoga Classes; Anderson. Ages 5 & up are invited to learn a yoga style that’s understandable & doable by any age or fitness level. Tues, 5:30am OR 5:30pm. $10/class; $25/3 classes; $70/8 classes. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Youth Martial Arts; Redding. Increase your child’s skills & self-confidence. Includes punches, kicks & blocks. Ages 6-12; all skill levels. T/Th, 6:307:30pm. (Teen/adult class follows 7:30-9pm). $30/ mo ($15 Y member). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Final show of the season. Fun-filled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. Fun & easy class intro class for all ages. Learn steps, technique & styling of ballroom dances. T/Th 6:45-7:45pm. $7/drop-in; $5/with class card (Wellness Center members $20/8 classes). Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Need assistance with Cal-Fresh? McCloud Community Resource Center can help. Get nutrition tips. Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. T/Th, 10-12am. Free. McCloud Community Resource Center, 304 W. Minnesota Ave. (530)964-3250. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls in modern facility. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/ Th, 5:15- 6:15pm. $50/mo; free trial. Convenient location. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, modern activity program for children develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Ages 4+. Free trial. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. $50/mo. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Butte Humane Society Supper Club; Chico. Tonight, enjoy a delicious meal at Aonami Sustainable Sushi & 15% of sales made go to support shelter animals at Butte Humane Society. All ages. 6-9pm. Aonami Sustainable Sushi, 11008 W Sacramento Ave. (530)924-3168. Chess At The Oroville Library. Come play! 3-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Chico OVC (Organic Vegetable Project) Market. Offers organic produce grown by CSU, Chico students & staff. 10am-1pm thru Aug, Sept-May 11am-2pm. Located at CSU Chico, between the BMU & the Student Services Center Plaza. (530)898-4137. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Fine Motor Skills Toddler Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on fine motor skills enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. Weds, 10:30am. $4/hr w/class card; dropin $6/hr; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101.

Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger.11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Oroville Farmers Market. Fresh produce & goods avail. 11am-5pm, thru Sept. Oroville Hospital lawn area (parking shuttle avail.), 2767 Olive Hwy. (530) 532-8318.

SHASTA COUNTY

Amy Grant In Concert With North State Symphony; Redding. Six-time Grammy winner Amy Grant will be joined by the North State Symphony & conductor Kyle Wiley Pickett for an extraordinary musical performance. 7pm. $48-$54. Redding Civic Auditorium, 700 Auditorium Dr. (530)229.0036 Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children. Parents help parents in an informal group setting by sharing ideas, information & support. All ages welcome, free professional childcare offered. Weds, 6-7:30pm,year-round. Free, drop-in okay. Lassen View Elementary, 705 Loma Vista Dr. (530)225-0350. Families Honoring Our Troops; Redding. Action & support group works on projects to honor our troops. Meets 1st Wed. All welcome. 6pm. IHOP Restaurant, Hilltop Dr. (530)241-6095. G-Force Gymnastics Wed Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5): intro to tumbling & trampolines; learn safety, basic skills & social interaction, 6-6:45pm, $45/mo. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun skills for exercise, 6-7pm, $50/mo. Middle school power tumble enhances skills for cheer & gymnastics; 7-8pm $50/mo. 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn how to research records to find your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat 1-4pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Lil’ Cheer Stars Class; Redding. Kids ages 3-5 learn jumps, cheers, tumbling & cheering using pom poms. Weds, 6-6:45pm. $45/mo, start anytime. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St. (530)2224GYM. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls in modern facility. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/ Th, 5:15- 6:15pm. $50/mo; free trial. Convenient location. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Music & Me; Redding. “Parent & me”-style class designed to promote basic music skills in preschool children, through music & movement activities. Ages 1-5. Weds, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y Members $10/ mo), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Kindergym: Intro to gymnastics equipment & fun social interaction; ages 3-5, 6-6:45pm, $40/ mo. Artistic Gymnastics classes for boys & girls: learn floor, bars, beam & vault, & trampoline; ages 4-12yrs, 3 hourly classes between 4-7pm, $50/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Work Of Art Wednesday; Redding. Families create works of art together at All Fired Up paint-your-own ceramics studio. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $2.50 studio fee, plus cost of pottery. Weds,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. Fun, supportive environment. Learn the smooth & the Latin dances, how to lead or follow, & develop technique. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Weds. 6:45-7:45pm. $7/ class; $20/4 classes; Wellness Center members $20/8 classes. School Hill Wellness Center, 778 S. Davis St. (415)215-2652. www.northstateparent.com • September 2013

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Children’s Storytime Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to live music. Last Wed each month includes puppet show! An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. Mt. Shasta Community Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, modern activity program for children develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Ages 4+. Free trial. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. $50/mo. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Yreka Farmers Market. Offer fresh produce & goods. 11am-2pm, thru Oct. A-1 Auto parking lot, 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Farmers Market & Concert Series. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities, live music & special surprises. 5-8pm, thru 9/11. 600 block of Washington St., in front of Court House. (530)527-6220.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime; Chico. Summertime stories & crafts for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Building A Community: An Experimental Activity; Chico. Join members of the CSU, Chico Peace Institute in a workshop led by local community member Diane Suzuki. All ages. 3pm. Free. Selvester’s Café, 400 W. First St.(530) 898-6333. “Buy Local Thursdays” Farmers Market; Paradise. Enjoy fresh produce, music, crafts & more. 5-8pm, thru 9/5. Paradise Community Park, Pearson Rd. at Black Olive Dr. (530) 893-3276.

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Caregiver Self-Care & Resource Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 1st & 3rd Th 11am-1pm. Butte College Foster/Kinship Care Ed Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice, or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. For all ages & abilities. $55/mo or $15/class. T/Th, 3:30-5pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Chico Doula Circle Workshop; Chico. Educational workshops related to pregnancy, labor, birth & breastfeeding. Hosted by four local doulas. Ages all. 1st & 3rd Thurdays, 7-8:30pm. Free. La Casita Primera Preschool, 2035 Esplanade. (530)513-4049. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. Playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children & parents. Independent & inclusive - all homeschoolers/all ages welcome! 1-4pm. Free. Call for current location & group info. (530)228-7078. Creative Art Activities! Preschool Time; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Weekly on Thurs, 10:30am. $4/hr w/class card, drop-in $6/hr; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, delicious food, arts & crafts, & more. Tonight’s entertainment includes: Outdoor Living with Adventure Outings, Kyle Williams, balloon clowns, spray paint art & more!. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hook & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320.

Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly group for mothers offering support on a wide variety of parenting topics. Children welcome. 10:30am-12pm. Free. Paradise Community Church of the Nazarene, 311 Circlewood Ln. (530)876-2518. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6 thru adult. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. Unlimited classes $75/mo. Approved vendor for CORE Butte & S. Sutter schools. Chico Shotokan Karate Martial Arts, 2155 Park Ave. Ste. B. (530)897-0326. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 3rd.

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Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy. 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime: Garden Party. Come “pick” a few vegetables to take home & listen to vegetable stories, including “Five Little Tomatoes.” Stickers, songs, craft & coloring too. 3:30pm. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Art & Craft Adventures; Redding. Inspire your child’s imagination & self-expression with hands-on art activities for ages 2-5. Painting, drawing, collage & more; encourages confidence & supports artistic potential. Th, 9-10am. $20/mo ($10 Y members), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. For parents or grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age. 1st & 3rd Th, 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-in okay. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. California Dance Company Open House; Anderson. Come meet their awesome faculty & check out the studio & everything offered. Sign up for classes,

purchase dance shoes & apparel. All ages. 5-9pm. Free. California Dance Company, 2150 #1 Marx Way. (530)365-7749. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Co-facilitated by professional counselors. Separate groups for ages 6-12yrs, 13-18yrs & parents/grandparents. Info: (530)245-4070. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Each child’s natural curiosity & developmental level takes precedence as structure is introduced. Includes music, listening games & obstacle courses. Ages 18-30mos. 1010:45am. $15/reg fee + $40/mo; 1st class free. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842. G-Force Gymnastics Thurs Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5): intro to tumbling & trampolines; learn safety, basic skills & social interaction, 4-4:45pm, $45/mo. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun skills for exercise, 4-5pm, $50/mo. 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Little ones ages 5 & under have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Tu/ Th, 8:30-9:30am. $4/child; under age 4 play with adult. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. Students ages 4 & up learn to take instruction, develop self-control, improve balance & coordination, & become physically fit, all while having fun. 2 age groups: 4-8yrs (5:30-6:15pm) & 9yrs & up (6:15-7pm). $25/mo, drop-in okay. Anderson Community Center, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Little Explorers: Trees are Important!; Redding. Learn the many ways trees are important with fun activities & stories for age 2-5 & their caregivers. Presented by Bruce, Michelle, Rachael, Ryan & Thomas Lutz. 10am. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

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33rd Annual Honey Bee Festival Saturday Sept. 7, 8:30am-5pm Sunday Sept. 8, 8:30am-4pm Arts & Crafts Booths, Information Booths, Vintage Tractors, Local Entertainment, Kid’s Fun Center, Pancake Breakfast (Sat&Sun 8am–10:30am), Bee Beard, American Honey Queen, More Foods & Fun!

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Kindergym: Intro to all equipment & a fun social experience, ages 3-5, 4-4:45pm, $40/ mo. Artists gymnastics (boys & girls): Fast-paced beginning class teaches basic gymnastics skills & terminology, ages 5-8. 4-5pm, $50/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-7: “Tiny Tots”: 11am12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. Children run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised & fun environment. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5 must be supervised by adult, siblings welcome. $5/child (adult free). Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Shasta County 4-H Information Night; Redding. Visit the 4-H Program open house & learn about the area’s sixteen different clubs. In addition to the clubs, there are seventeen county-wide projects to choose from, including dairy goats, GIS/GPS & shooting sports. Ages 5-19. 6-7pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)224-4900. Tumblin’ Turtles Mommy & Me Class; Redding. For crawlers/early walkers & caregivers. Explore through music, obstacle courses, climbing, sensory exercises & games. Ages 9-18mos. 9-9:45am. $15 reg fee + $40/mo; 1st class free. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)2457253. Youth Martial Arts; Redding. Increase your child’s skills & self-confidence. Includes punches, kicks & blocks. Ages 6-12; all skill levels. T/Th, 6:30-7:30pm. (Teen/adult class follows 7:30-9pm). $30/mo ($15 Y member). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

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

Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Children run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised & fun environment. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, siblings welcome; must be supervised by adult. M/Tu/Th/F/ Sa, 11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Yoga Pretzels; McCloud. Parent-toddler class teaches parents how to stretch & exercise with their babies. Fridays, 10-11am. Free. McCloud Mercantile Building, Main St. (530)964-3250.

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Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multidiscipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels, taught by Anastasia Nelson; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. $20/drop in (space allowing) or pre-reg $45/3-classes; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332.

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Centennial Organ Series Concert: Flavors of Europe; Chico. Enjoy the magnificence of

the Centennial Organ, as Ryan Enright, organist at St. John’s Lutheran Church of Sacramento, plays music from Italy, Austria, Germany & Spain, featuring compositions by Bach, Dupré, Frank & more. All ages. 7:30pm. $6-15. Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 West First St. (530)898-6333. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. Offers fresh produce & may include (varies weekly) children’s activities, community garden exchange & health forum info. Cal Fresh EBT accepted.Fri. 2-5:30pm, year-round. Community Park, 1010 Cleveland Ave. (next to Chapman School). (530)592-0889. Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. A 35-year tradition! Tonight features cool hits & boss beats performed by The Revells. All ages. 7-8:30pm. Chico City Plaza, between 4th & Main Sts. (530)3456500. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. Parent supervision required. All ages; under 3yrs must wear special swim diapers. 5-8pm. $2/person. Chico WaterSprites, 2280 Ivy St., Suite 110. (530)342-2999. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play! Adult stays with children while they play, max 2 kids per 1 adult. Ages walking-5yrs. 10-12pm. $10 (Members $5), +$1 siblings. Athletic

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Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & the Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm $7/class; $20/4 classes. Wellness Center members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce & goods. 3:30-6:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. & Dunsmuir Ave. (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)235-4963. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Need assistance with Cal-Fresh? McCloud Community Resource Center can help. Get nutrition tips. Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. T/Th, 10-12am. Free. McCloud Community Resource Center, 304 W. Minnesota Ave. (530)964-3250. Etna Farmers Market. Visit the beautiful Scott Valley & shop this annual farmers market. 4:30-6:30pm, thru mid-Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. “Grits & Glamour” Concert; Redding. Two of country music’s most notable female artists, Lorrie Morgan & Pam Tillis, have joined together on this tour. Together they are a musical force to be reckoned with. All ages. 7:30-10:30pm. $34-$54. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)243-8877. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls in modern facility. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/ Th, 5:15- 6:15pm. $50/mo; free trial. Convenient location. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Reading Readiness Program; Mt. Shasta. Parentchild (ages 3-6) interactive class with Truely Hutchinson presents stories, poems, music & activities designed to inspire & develop pre-reading skills. Th, 10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, modern activity program for children develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Ages 4+. Free trial. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. $50/mo. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.

Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Kids In Motion-Kids’ Night Out; Chico. Themed night of crafts, food & fun for kids. Ages: must be potty trained. 6-9:30pm. $18/child, sibling discount; must pre-reg. In Motion Fitness, 1293 E. 1st Ave. (530)895-5437. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. La Leche League offers mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Children welcome. 1011:30am. Free. Meet in the nursery at Bidwell Presbyterian Church, 208 West First St. (530)591-9191. Roots & Shoots Jane Goodall Youth Program; Redding. Survey the wildlife on the trail northeast of the Sundial Bridge. All ages. Free. Bring water & snacks. Meet 9am at the Turtle Bay Exploration Park parking lot closest to the bridge. Call to confirm two days ahead. (530)347-1687. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Come sing, dance, read & play. Call for new times. Free, pre-reg encouraged. Rowell Family Empowerment of N. CA, 3075 Cohasset Rd., #2. (530)899-8801. Stories, Songs & Crafts At Paradise Library; Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories & craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Skate with friends. Special themes. All ages. 5 sessions: 7-9pm, $5.75; 7-9:30pm, $6.25; 7:30-9:30, $5.75, 8-10:30pm, $6.25, 8:30-10:30, $5.75. Skate rental additional $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. “The Knack” Family Crafting Event; Chico. Bring your child for a fun hands-on craft experience. Ages 3 & up, must be supervised by adult. 4-6pm. Free. Michael’s arts & crafts stores, 2 Chico locations: 801 East Ave., (530)342-4191 & 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with good music. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. $16/person/3hrs, includes shoes; or $5/game + $2.50/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257.

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Baby Play & Learn Class; Redding. “Play & learn”style class where moms, dads & caregivers learn parenting skills, connect with resources, make friends & enjoy special time with their babies. Instructor-led. Ages birth-18mos. Free, must pre-reg. Fri, 10:30-11:30am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. Family fun. All bikes, categories & ages welcome. Tues & Fri, 6-7pm (weather permitting). Call for cost. Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)209-4198. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes one 2-topping pizza & pitcher of soda. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane (up to 8 bowlers); includes shoes. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. Great night of family fun & healthy exercise featuring old-school music of the 70s & 80s. Safe & supervised. All ages. 7:30-10:30pm. $5, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Intro To Gymnastics For Boys; Redding. Boys ages 5-12yrs learn basic skills while enjoying games, fun & action! Teaches vault, floor, pommel, parallel bars, high bar & rings. 5-6pm. $50/4 weekly classes. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Specialty paints, stamps, stencils & sponges are available to help create a work of ceramic art. Studio fee: $3.50/ child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults; (plus cost of pottery). 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. www.northstateparent.com • September 2013

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Children run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised & fun environment. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, siblings welcome; must be supervised by adult. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am12pm. $5/child (adult free). Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Ask about playing the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.

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The town of Tehama celebrates its history during the Tehama County Museum Jubilee. It’s both fun and educational for all ages, offering Model-T rides, a Civil War reenactors camp, demonstrations of fiber arts, a crafters fair and more. See the 7th (Tehama County).

Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Co-ed Artistic Gymnastics (boys & girls): Learn floor, bars, beam, vault, ages 4-10, 4-5pm, $50/mo. Beginning Boys Gymnastics for ages 6-10, 3-4pm, $50/ mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Not Back to School Picnic; Redding. Redding Home School Network hosts their 15th annual potluck picnic. All homeschooling families, or those thinking about homeschooling, are welcome. Typically over 100 people attend. Bring large luncheon dish to share plus beverages for your family. 11am. Free. Kids Kingdom at Enterprise Park. Info on facebook at “Nbts Picnic.”

Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15, price includes shoe rental. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. $12, includes shoes & sodas. Fri, 9-11pm. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. “The Knack” Family Crafting Event; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up are invited for a hands-on craft experience. While supplies last. 4-6pm. Free, children must be supervised by an adult. Michael’s arts & crafts store, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514.

Mad Chad Taylor Show; Weed. Features extreme comedy, juggling, skateboarding & sports acrobatics. “It’s amazing how many people want to watch you do something stupid!” says comedian Mad Chad, as he juggles three running chainsaws & more. All ages. 7pm. $10. COS Kenneth W. Ford Theater, 800 College Ave. (530)938-5373. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, modern activity program for children develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Ages 4+. Free trial. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. $50/mo. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.

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Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

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Botanical Illustration Class; Durham. This Patrick Ranch Museum art education class offers an overview & introduction to Botanical illustration, & how to achieve similar designs. Plants

at the ranch provide inspiration. All levels of artists welcome. Ages 10 & up. 11:30am-1pm. $5 museum entry, RSVP to attend. Patrick Ranch Museum, 10381 Midway. (530)893-8716. Brand-New Stories To Share Storytime; Chico. Come enjoy new stories (plus a few older favorites)! All ages. 2pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Build Your Own Worm Bin Workshop; Durham. Learn about vermicomposting & its benefits for your garden; create a functioning worm bin complete with worm residents to take home! All ages. 10am. Mention North State Parent for special cost of $35 (normally $50), prereg. The Worm Farm, 9033 Esquon Rd. (530)894-1276. Caldwell Triathlon Prep Camp; Redding. Practice biking, running, distance swimming & transitioning, in preparation for the Caldwell Park Triathlon on 9/14 (entry fee discounted for Prep Camp participants). Ages 5-adult. 3-6pm. $20. Caldwell Teen Center. 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-FARM. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. Get extra cheerleading or tumbling practice - work on anything you desire. Coach helps w/spotting. All ages/abilities. $5/hr or $65/mo all-gym pass (includes classes). 10am-12pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym,13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Evening Campfire Program; Oroville. Last program of the season. Enjoy songs & ranger talks around a campfire. All ages. 8pm. Free. Loafer Creek Campgrounds, Loafer Creek Rd. off Hwy 162. (530)538-2219. Family Day At All Fired Up!; Redding. Families create works of art together. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $3/family. Sats,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. Bring the whole family for a fantastic time of family fun, with family music & a great family price! 6:30-9pm. $12/ family of four (additional members +$2.50), + $2-$3 skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Home Depot Kids Workshops; Chico & Oroville. Hands-on building workshop for ages 5-12. 9am-12pm. Free. Chico: 2580 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)342-0477; Oroville: 2150 3rd St. (530)538-0521. Japanese Storytime; Chico. Monthly program features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai, Japanese songs & crafts. 1pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Lake Oroville Nature Walks. Everyone’s invited to enjoy docent-led nature walks that are typically an easy-to-moderate 4 miles. Meet 8am at Lake Oroville Visitor Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Love On The Rocks 5K & 10K Couples Challenge; Chico. Grab a friend, grab a loved one, or grab a neighbor & come run! Both courses utilize four beautiful trails in upper Bidwell Park. All ages. 8am-12pm. $35-60. Five Mile Recreation Area, Centennial Ave. (530)966-3241. Movie At The Oroville Library. Enjoy an all-ages movie. 1pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Oroville Community Farmers Market. Offers fresh produce & goods. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Municipal Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). (530)893-3276. Play On! Comedy; Chico. This outrageous comedy takes the audience behind the scenes of a theater company as it stages a play, in spite of the maddening interference from an author who keeps revising the script. All ages. Thru 9/22 7:30pm. $12-$20. Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282. Roo’s Zoo Kids’ Skate Session; Chico. Join RollerRoo for this specially designed session for kids 10 & under; strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. $5.75/child, includes quad skate rental (parents skate half price); or $25/6-weeks. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with good music. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. $16/person/3hrs, includes shoes; or $5/game + $2.50/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545.

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Farm Sanctuary Tours; Orland. Visit the critters at the sanctuary, home to rescued cows, pigs, goats, turkeys & other farm animals, each with a special story. Browse through the education center too. Guided tours 11am & 2pm. Group tours by appt. $5/adults, $3/child 3-12yrs, under 3yrs free. (530)865-4617.

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Charlie Rabbit Kids Gardening Program; Redding. Join Charlie, Turtle Bay’s adorable jackrabbit puppet, for monthly interactive gardening activities. For children & their siblings, parents & grandparents. Wear gardening clothes! 10:30am. Free w/Park admission, $4-$14. West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (in rain meet in Greenhouse), (530)242-3178. Corn Fest Fundraiser; Red Bluff. Old-fashioned family festival includes a meal with all-you-can-eat corn, plus picnic games, snow cones, & auctions of dessert & themed baskets. Beer & wine garden for ages 21+. 4-8 pm. $10/adults, $5/child. Sacred Heart School, 2255 Monroe St. (530)527-6727. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. $3/couple studio fee + cost of ceramics. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Debra Lynn’s Childgarden Chef Cooking Classes; Anderson. Children learn basic cooking skills & safety in the kitchen. Ages 5 & up. Sats, 8am, 10:30am or 1pm. $20/2hr class, includes chef hat & supplies; pre-reg. Debra Lynn’s Childgarden, 19300 Spring Gulch Rd. (530)378-5228. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Kids have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am, $4/ child; Ages 5-14: 10:30am-12:30pm, $7/child. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn how to research records to find your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat 1-4pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Home Depot Kids Workshops; Redding. Hands-on building workshop for ages 5-12. 9am-12pm. Free. 1200 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-1313. Honey Bee Festival; Palo Cedro. Fun & educational 2-day family event! Pancake breakfast, arts, crafts, food & info booths, kids’ activities & entertainment areas, vintage tractors & live bee-beard demo. All ages. Sat, 8am-5pm & Sun, 8am-4pm. Free. Bishop Quinn Center, 21893 Old 44. (530)547-3676. Kayak Program; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Join a ranger & explore the coves of Whiskeytown Lake in a kayak (bring a friend). In this 2.5hr tour, learn about the nature & culture of the Park. Ages 6+. 9:30am & 5:30pm, by pre-registration; group tours avail. Free, Park day-use fee $5/vehicle. Brandy Creek Beach Lot B Parking Lot. (530)242-3462. Kids On Wheels; Redding. Special skate time for ages 10 & under. Parents can skate too! 10-11:30am. $3/ child, $1/parent, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000

All princesses are invited to the 2nd annual

Princess Tea Party

Sunday, September 15 at 2 pm At The Holiday Inn, Redding

A great opportunity for your little lady to meet some of her favorite Disney Princess Characters as she walks down an enchanting pathway into the Grand Ballroom. It’s a Fairy Tale come true as your little

princess feasts on the “Happily Ever After” Dessert buffet. She will get the “royal” treatment in the Wonderland Craft center and receives a light dusting of makeup in the “Bibbity Bobbity” Salon.

PRE-SALE TICKETS ONLY: 2 & UNDER - $15, 3 & OLDER - $25 VIP TABLES OF 8 - $200 HURRY, LAST YEAR THIS EVENT SOLD OUT!

More information: Marlene Woodard (530) 351-1149. Proceeds will benefit the Youth Caring for Youth’s Outreach Ministries Sponsored by: Holiday Inn Redding & DeVons Fine Jewelry

The 20th annual World Music Festival at CSU, Chico features four performance stages, and includes arts & crafts, science activities, world musicians, youth performances, food, and lots more family fun. This year’s evening kick-off event features the truly amazing ukulele wizard Jake Shimabukuro – don’t miss his memorable performance. See the 13th and 14th.

sq. ft. fully-matted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. Sat.Two age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-7 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm, $5/child. Ages 8 & up: 12-2pm, $10/person (members $6). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/21. Civic Center West Parking Lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. ShortE All Stars Class Series; Chico. Ultimate firsttime sports experience for ages 3-5. 5-week fun & positive hour-long instructional program introduces a variety of sports including soccer, flag football, basketball, tee-ball & Olympic sports. Sats, 9/7-10/5. 10am, 10:15am or 11:30am. $39, pre-reg. optional jersey $12. Held at DeGarmo Park. (530)895-4711. North State Skate Series Kick-Off; Redding. Day 1 of 4-day skateboarding competition. Open to all, judged on Tricks, Style & Gnar Factor. Age categories: 11 & under, 12-14, 15-17, Open Class, & 30+. $15/ day or $50/series. Raffles, free stuff & more. Reg 10am, starts 11am. Redding Skate Park, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)605-5193. Rock ‘N’ Bowl at Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15, price includes shoe rental.

11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. $15, includes shoes & sodas. Sat, 9pm-Midnight. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. A time for tweens & young teens to roller skate & dance. Fun music, video arcade, well-supervised. Parents can drop in (no charge). Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. $4/skate, $4/ dance or $6/both, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Star Party At Whiskeytown National Recreation Area; Whiskeytown. Experience the night sky & explore celestial marvels. Shasta Astronomy Club provides powerful telescopes & Sky Rangers offer engaging activities & stories. All ages. 1st Sats, 8-11:30pm, weather-permitting (make-up date 2nd Sat). Free. Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, Paige Bar Rd., meet at Mt. Shasta Mines trail-head parking lot. (530)246-1225. TEDxRedding. Brings together practical visionaries from the Redding area & beyond to share “ideas worth spreading.” TED originally formed in 1984 to bring together Technology, Entertainment & Design. It’s scope has broadened with independently organized TEDx events that present talks on a wide range of topics. 2-5pm. $20-$35. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)243-8877

International Fetal Alcohol Day

09/09/13

If You Are Pregnant Say

NO THANKS! To Tobacco, Alcohol And Other Drugs.

For information about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) call the Center for FASD at 530-894-2092. www.northstateparent.com • September 2013

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Nutcracker Auditions; Weed. The Eugene Ballet Company brings the holiday classic to Weed 11/29. Siskiyou Co. children ages 5-15 with dance experience may audition to perform in the ballet. Weekly rehearsals. Auditions 12-3:30pm. $5, call for info. College of the Siskiyous Theater Building Rm 4, 800 College Ave. (530)938-5373.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Frontier Village Farmer’s Market; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market features locally grown products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs, & artisan food products & crafts. 8am-1pm, rain or shine. 645 Antelope Blvd. (530)526-2843. Home Depot Kids Workshops; Red Bluff. Hands-on building workshop for ages 5-12. 9am-12pm. Free. 2650 Main St. (530)528-8579. Red Bluff Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities & special surprises. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/28. Red Bluff City Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Tehama County Museum Jubilee; Tehama. Theme: “Branding Tehama ‘Country’ the old fashioned way.” Civil War Reenactment camp, 1926 Model-T rides, art exhibits, fiber arts demos, antique appraisals, crafters fair, live entertainment, raffle prizes, silent auctions & more. All ages. 8am-3pm. Free. Tehama County Museum, 275 C St. 530)384-2595. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

SUNDAY

GRANDPARENTS’ DAY BUTTE COUNTY

Concours d’Elegance; Chico. Full day of music, refreshments, entertainment & beautiful automobiles, held in a park-like atmosphere. All ages. 10am-4pm. Spectators free. Butte Creek Country Club, 175 Estates Dr. (530)343-7979. Taste of Chico. More than 125 participating restaurants, beverage vendors, wineries & breweries, plus music, art & more! Showcases the best of what Chico has to offer. 12-4pm. Presale tix $15-30 on Downtown Chico’s website. Downtown Chico between 1st & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Play On! Comedy; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents an outrageously funny comedy which follows a community theater trying to stage a play. All ages. Today 2 pm matinée. See the 7th.

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& up become young designers. Participants complete 4 sewing projects. Weekly, on Tue, Wed OR Thu, 3:305:30pm; begins week of 9/9. $60/session + materials, pre-reg. Sew Fabulous Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)221-1608. Pre-Teen/Teen After-School Sewing Classes; Redding. Students learn machine sewing & techniques like seam allowances, grain lines, pinning & pressing. Ages 11+. Mons, 3:45-5:45pm. $60/4 classes + materials. Sew Fabulous Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)221-1608. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun on-going hands-on science enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Mondays, 10:30am. $4/hour w/class card; drop-in $6/hour; bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/ Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 78:30pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Advanced/Performance Dance; Anderson. Youth ages 10-14 develop flexibility, learn advanced turns & leaps, & work on choreography for performances. Mons, 6:20-7:30pm. $30/mo. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo2½yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy story, fingerplays & playtime. Learn how early literacy activities build Developmental Assets. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 10:30-11:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Ballet & Tap Class Series; Anderson. Ages 8-13 are invited to learn the basics of ballet & tap. Have fun & grow your skills. Mons, 5:40-6:15pm, 8/26-10/7. $25/7-class series. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Golf For Green Tournament; Redding. This Turtle Bay Exploration Park shamble-format golf tournament fundraiser features 4-person teams in men’s, women’s & mixed divisions. Ages 18+. 8:30am. $125/ player

The Mount Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center presents

SHASTA COUNTY

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Cooking At The Y; Redding. In this handson class children chop, measure, taste their creations & clean up - all part of the cooking experience. Ages 5-12. Mons, 3:30-4:30pm. $20/month (Y members $10), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Drums Alive - Kids Beat Classes; Redding. Students use stability balls as drums to improve left & right brain pathways, increase focus & to integrate toning, flexibility & rhythmical flow. Ages 9-12. Mons, 3:304:30pm. $20/mo (Y members $10), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N Court St. (530)246-9622. Kids Sewing Classes; Redding. Four-week session teaches basic machine sewing skills, helping ages 6

or $500/ team, includes fees, carts & BBQ lunch. Riverview Golf & Country Club, 4200 Bechelli Ln. (530)242-3130. High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. 7-8pm. $50/mo. G-Force Gymnastics, 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Kindermusik With Lyra Autumn Session; Redding. Come dance, sing, laugh, bond an learn while keeping a steady beat & matching pitch. Ages birth to 7yrs. Mons 10-11am, 9/9-11/11. $175/per family/10 classes, includes materials. Kindermusik with Lyra, 11455 Ridgewood Road. (530)530-355-4747. Intro To Dance Class Series; Anderson. Ages 5-7 develop flexibility, learn turns & leaps, & work on choreography. Mons, 4:45-5:30pm, 8/26-10/7. $30/7-class series. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Jazz/Contemporary Dance Class Series; Anderson. Dancers ages 8-14 develop flexibility, learn turns & leaps, & work on choreography. Small class size. Mons, 5-6:30pm, thru 12/17. $20/month; late reg thru 9/24. Anderson Community Center, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Enjoy a studio atmosphere & share time together creating memories through painting on ceramics. Studio fee: $3.50/ages 18 & under, $4.50/adults. 11-5pm. All Fired Up! 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-7 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 9th. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/ Sa, 11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483.

the 7th annual

Day on the River

A SWEET EXTRAVAGANZA

Sunday September 15th

Klamath River – Tree of Heaven (a moderate 7 mile stretch, appropiate for kids 4 & older)

Donation: $85 aduts - $55 kids (under 18) Warm waters, superb scenery, abundant wildlife Special kids program with wildlife biologist Julian Colescott Chocolate delights & fresh organic fruit included

a Fun Community Event!

A benefit for the Mount Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center. With support from River Dancers Rafting & Kayaking Co.

For reservations and info call (530) 926-5655 or (530) 926-2363 www.mountshastaecology.org

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SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, baked items, tamales & other delightful handmade goods. Cal Fresh EBT, WIC & senior farmer’s market coupons accepted. 3:30-6pm, thru mid-Oct. Castle St. at N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)436-2532. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Nutrition Classes; Red Bluff. Ages pre-teens & up learn to make positive health & food choices in this “Be Healthy, Be Active” workshop series. Fun handson activities, recipes & food samples; learn to attain & maintain a healthy weight. Mons, 1-2:30 pm, thru 11/25. Free, drop-ins welcome. Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, 220 Sycamore St. # 101. (530)528-7947.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Learn & continue to build your American Sign Language skills. 11:30-1:30pm. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Cheap Skate Night; Chico. Bring friends & family for a fun night of roller skating. All ages. Tues, 6:308:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Family Special Needs Pot Luck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; build a supportive network & share. Children welcome, homework help & childcare provided. Bi-monthly. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x119. Infant/Pediatric CPR Class; Chico. Learn to make your child’s environment safe, how to prevent the most common childhood accidents, & infant/child CPR techniques. 5-7:30pm. Adults only. $35/person, prereg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed.Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Paradise Tuesday Market. Meet local farmers, enjoy certified fresh produce & other items. 7:30am-12pm thru 10/15, rain or shine. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd., next to PO. (520)893-3276. Play Chess!; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome! 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Health, Illness & Immunization. For parents w/babies 0-3mos. 10:30am-12pm. See the 3rd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 3rd. “Practical Life” Toddler Activities; Chico. Fun handson activities related to everyday home life for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Tu, 10:30am. See the 3rd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Barnesklubb; Redding. Norwegian kids’ club explores Scandinavia’s culture & heritage; open to all interested Varied topics. Activities include crafts, games, language, music & literature. All ages. 2nd Tues, 1pm. Free. Redding Library Children’s Area, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)251-1426. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Members of the Shasta Genealogy Society assist with family history questions & research. Tue, 10am-12pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Grief: The Journey of Healing; Redding. Special program presented to honor the healing process, loss & loved ones in a therapeutic environment. Provides a place to express grief thru contemplation, reflection, music & a special releasing ceremony. All ages. 7-8:30pm. Free. Mercy Oaks, 100 Mercy Oaks Rd. (530)243-8862.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Haven Humane’s 2nd Tues Dinner Club; Redding. Enjoy dining out & support Haven Humane Society. Tonight Market Street Steakhouse 1777 Market St. will donate a portion of the night’s proceeds when presented with a “Dine & Donate” flyer from 5-9pm. Flyer available at Haven Humane Society or their website. (530)241-1653. Kids Sewing Classes; Redding. Four-week session teaches basic machine sewing skills, helping ages 6 & up become young designers. Participants complete 4 sewing projects. Weekly, on Tue, Wed OR Thu, 3:305:30pm; begins week of 9/9. $60/session + materials, pre-reg. Sew Fabulous Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)221-1608. Kindermusik With Lyra Autumn Session; Redding. Come dance, sing, laugh, bond an learn while keeping a steady beat & matching pitch. Ages birth to 7yrs. Tues, 10-11am, 9/10-11/12. $175/per family/10 classes, includes materials. Kindermusik with Lyra, 11455 Ridgewood Road. (530)530-355-4747. Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 10:3011:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Teens may join the Redding Library Teen Advisory Board. Members help choose books & give their input about activities & library policies that affect teens. Grades 9-12. 6pm. Free, by application. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Chess Group; Redding. Learn to play or practice playing games of chess; instructors facilitate. Ages youth & adult. 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 3rd. G-Force Gymnastics Tues Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm; Urban Flips (age 10+), free-run/parkour, 7-8pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 3rd. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. See the 3rd. Hula Dance Classes; Anderson. Learning hula is fun & helps harmonize body, mind & spirit. Ages 5 & up. Tues, 7-8:30pm. $5/class. See the 3rd. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. 6-8pm. See the 3rd. Treasured Tuesdays At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting your own ceramic masterpiece for a special $2 studio fee. All ages. See the 3rd. Yoga Classes; Anderson. Ages 5 & up are invited to learn a yoga style that’s understandable & doable by any age or fitness level. Tues, 5:30am OR 5:30pm. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 3rd. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Homeschool Support Group; Red Bluff. An evening of encouragement & inspiration for homeschooling parents. Includes informal meet & greet, prayer, devotion & informative topic discussion. Adults only. 2nd Tues, 7-9pm, thru May. Free, RSVP. North Valley Baptist Church, 345 David Ave.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

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

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

to meet other adoptive parents to share support & encouragement. 9:30-11:30am. Free. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6241 Skyway. (530)879-3861. Chess At The Oroville Library. Come play! 3-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Rm, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger.11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Oroville Farmers Market. Fresh produce & goods avail. 11am-5pm, thru Sept. Oroville Hospital lawn area (parking shuttle avail.), 2767 Olive Hwy. (530) 532-8318. Fine Motor Skills Toddler Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on fine motor skills enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 4th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Lil’ Cheer Stars Class; Redding. Kids ages 3-5 learn jumps, cheers, tumbling & cheering using pom poms. Weds, 6-6:45pm. $45/mo, start anytime. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Work Of Art Wednesday; Redding. Create art at All Fired Up paint-your-own ceramics studio. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $2.50 studio fee, plus cost of pottery. Weds,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children. Free; professional childcare offered. Weds, 6-7:30pm, year-round. See the 4th.

G-Force Gymnastics Wed Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 6-7pm; & Middle school power tumble; 7-8pm. See the 4th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Yreka Farmers Market. Offer fresh produce & goods. 11am-2pm, thru Oct. A-1 Auto parking lot, 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. Weds. 6:457:45pm. See the 4th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 2nd. Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Stories & singing to live music for ages 0-5 10:30am. See the 4th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime; Chico. Summertime stories & crafts for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.

Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, delicious food, arts & crafts, & more. Tonight’s entertainment includes: Jeff Pershing (solo), CSU Chico Book In Common, Chuck’s Place, Rube & Alan Rigg, balloon clowns & more. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hook & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Self-Care & Resources For Caregivers; Oroville. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, training for better self-care, & resources. 11am-1pm. The Greater Oroville Family Resource Center, 1720 Daryl Porter Way. (530)809-0444. Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 3rd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 5th. Creative Art Activities! Preschool Time; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 5th. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 5th. Play On! Comedy; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents an outrageously funny comedy which follows a community theater trying to stage a play. All ages. 7:30. See the 7th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/ Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 78:30pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

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Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime: Cheers!. West Valley High School Cheerleaders will act out a fun story, Three Cheers for Tacky. Come cheer with these delightful girls & enjoy coloring, songs & crafts too. 3:30pm. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Ages 6-18yrs & parents/grandparents. See the 5th. Scooterville Social; Redding. Scooter families & fanatics! Bring your ride & hang out with other motor scooter enthusiasts at this monthly gathering hosted by the Scooterville Scooter Club of Redding. All ages. 6:30pm. Location varies, call for info. (530)604-6020. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa,11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 3rd G-Force Gymnastics Thurs Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm. See the 5th. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 5th. Little Explorers: Trees are Important!; Redding. Learn the many ways trees are important with fun activities & stories for age 2-5 & their caregivers. 10am. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-7: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 5th.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER 7:30. See the 7th. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Call for new times. Free. See the 6th. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. Toy van visits. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 6th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 6th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Stories come alive through great music, humor & history as Music by the Mountain presents two Jefferson Baroque Orchestra "Totally Telemann" Concerts, with performances in Mt. Shasta and Yreka. See the 14th and 15th (Siskiyou County).

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce & goods. 3:30-6:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. & Dunsmuir Ave. (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)235-4963. Etna Farmers Market. Visit the beautiful Scott Valley & shop this annual farmers market. 4:30-6:30pm, thru mid-Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico World Music Festival Kick-Off Concert; Chico. Celebrate the 20th annual festival weekend with a kick-off performance tonight by ukulele wizard Jake Shimabukuro. His repertoire includes jazz, blues, rock, bluegrass, classical, and folk - there isn’t anything Jake can’t play on the ukulele! 7:30pm. Tix $18-$32. Laxson Auditorium, 1st Street & Normal Ave. (530)898-6333. Karaoke At Durham Library. Bring the family for karaoke fun. 2nd Fridays, 6pm. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Stories, Songs & Crafts At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories & craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 6th. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 6th. Kids In Motion: Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 6th. Play On! Comedy; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents an outrageously funny comedy which follows a community theater trying to stage a play. All ages.

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Alive After Five Art Night; Redding. Relax & unwind with refreshments & desserts while painting with family & friends. 2nd Fridays, 5-8pm. . $3 studio fee per painter. Call to reserve a table. All Fired Up, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa,11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30am. Ask about playing the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Baby Play & Learn Class; Redding. Instructor-led class for new moms, dads & caregivers of babies ages birth12mos. Free. See the 6th. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 6th. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 6th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 6th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 6th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Yoga Pretzels; McCloud. Parent-toddler class teaches parents how to stretch & exercise with their babies. Fridays, 10-11am. Free. McCloud Mercantile Building, Main St. (530)964-3250. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Book Sale At Paradise Library. Offers a wonderful selection of gently used books at a great price. 10am-3pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Brand-New Stories Storytime; Chico. Come enjoy new stories (plus a few older favorites)! All ages. 2pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Chico World Music Festival; Chico. Features music, friends, art & more! See 6 bands on 3 stages. Vendors, science activities & family fun. 10:30am-5pm. All ages. Free. Laxson Auditorium, Ruth Rowland Taylor Theater, & lawns, 1st Street & Normal Ave. (530)898-6333. Days Of Living History; Paradise. Families can experience life as it was from 1850-1950 as 100+ volunteers provide hands-on activities like candle making, gold panning, carpentry & more. Museum grounds include a schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, miner’s shack & other 1800s buildings. 11am-4pm. $5/ person, ages 3 & under free. Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. (530)872-8722. Family Day At All Fired Up!; Redding. Families create works of art together. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $3/family. Sats,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Lake Oroville Nature Walks. Everyone’s invited to enjoy docent-led nature walks that are typically an easy-to-moderate 4 miles. Meet 8am at Lake Oroville Visitor Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Movie At The Oroville Library. Enjoy an all-ages movie. 1pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Oroville Community Farmers Market. Offers fresh produce & goods. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Municipal Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). (530)893-3276. “Out of the Darkness” Suicide Prevention/ Depression Awareness Walk; Chico. The community is invited to help raise awareness about suicide & reduce mental illness stigmas. Includes 4 speaker presentations, 20+ resource tables, prize giveaways, a “memory tree,” refreshments & brief closing ceremony. All ages. Free. Starts at Chico City Plaza, between 4th & 5th Sts. Reg 9-10am, event 10am12pm. (530)520-6696.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Spanish Storytime; Chico. Join this monthly storytime for stories, songs & a craft for all ages. 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2726. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yoyo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)8930545. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 7th. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 7th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 7th. Play On! Comedy; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents an outrageously funny comedy which follows a community theater trying to stage a play. All ages. 7:30. See the 7th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 7th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 6th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Caldwell Park Triathlon & Health & Fitness Faire; Redding. Beginner-friendly triathlon for the whole family, ages 5-adult. Starts 9am. Reg thru 9/9 = $35; 9/10-14 = $45. Coinciding Health & Fitness Faire features organizations & businesses committed to health & fitness, food & DJ’d music. Race participants end their swim, bike & run at the Faire. 9am-12pm. Caldwell Park, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530) 225-4095. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. $3/couple studio fee + cost of ceramics. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Family 2nd Saturday: Wet & Wild; Redding. As part of Shasta Dam’s 75th anniversary, learn about the value of water, how to conserve it & the importance of Shasta Dam to the North State. Enjoy fun, hands-on activities. Free w/Park admission. 11am-3pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Gardening With California Natives; Redding. Learn about the benefits & challenges of growing California natives in your home garden. Various ideas will be provided, just in time for fall planting! 10:30am. $3 (members free). Turtle Bay Exploration Park West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Nutcracker Auditions; Redding. Redding City Ballet invites dancers of all ages to audition to join in a celebration of traditions & storytelling. Ages 4-adult. Open auditions 10am (reg 9:30am); Dancers on Pointe 12pm (reg 11:30am). Free (production fee if cast). The Redding Arts Project. 1726 Market St. (530)245-1019. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/21. Civic Center West Parking Lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Safe Haven Horse Rescue’s Volunteer Work Day & Lunch; Cottonwood. Meet rescued horses & learn about the ranch. Help brush, groom, give out treats, clean water barrels & pens, organize & clean tack & tack room, & help with projects. Lunch served to volunteers. 2nd Sat. 9am-3pm. 3950 W. Anderson Rd. (530)347-4941. Standing On Sacred Ground Film Screening; Redding. The film tells eight stories of indigenous communities around the world protecting their traditional sacred lands from government megaprojects, consumer culture, resource extraction, competing religions, tourists & climate change. 7:30pm. $12. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)243-8877. Debra Lynn’s Childgarden Chef Cooking Classes; Anderson. Children ages 5 & up learn basic cooking skills & safety in the kitchen. See the 7th. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am12:30pm. See the 7th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Sat. Two sessions. Ages 0-7 ( “Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 122pm. See the 7th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 6th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson.

9pm-Midnight. See the 7th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 7th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Ballroom & Latin Dance Class & Practice Party; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dances from fun pro instructors, then practice your moves at a dance party. All ages & levels. 7-10pm on 2nd & 4th Sats. $7/lesson; $10/ lesson+dance. Mt. Shasta City Park’s Dudes & Daises Bldg.,1350 Nixon Rd. (415)215-2652. Panther Meadows Restoration Day; Mt. Shasta. The community is invited to participate in a plant walk & restoration activities at beautiful Panther Meadows, located on Mt. Shasta at 7500 feet. All ages. 10am-3pm. Free. Meet 9:30am at the Mount Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center to carpool, 418 A S Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-5655. Jefferson Baroque Orchestra “Totally Telemann” Concert; Yreka. Stories from Don Quixote to Gulliver’s Travel come alive in this evening of great music, humor & history presented by Music by the Mountain & Jefferson Baroque. All ages. $20/general, $5/ students. St. Mark’s Preservation Square, 304 Lane St. (530)926-4313.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities & special surprises. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/28. Red Bluff City Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Frontier Village Farmer’s Market; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market at 645 Antelope Blvd. 8am-1pm, rain or shine. See the 7th. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

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All are invited to help restore a beautiful alpine meadow on majestic Mount Shasta at 7500 feet. The Panther Meadow Community Restoration Day, a collaboration between the Mt. Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center and the USFS Mt. Shasta Ranger District, includes an educational plant walk. See the 14th (Siskiyou County). Photo by Karrie Ann Snure of Living Visions Photography.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Days Of Living History; Paradise. Final day. Bring the family & experience the 1850s to 1950s as 100+ volunteers provide hands-on activities like candle making, gold panning, carpentry & more. Visit a schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, miner’s shack & other authentic 1800s buildings. 11am4pm. $5/person, ages 3 & under free. Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. (530)872-8722.

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Play On! Comedy; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents an outrageously funny comedy which follows a community theater trying to stage a play. All ages. 2pm matinée. See the 7th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Farmers Market At Turtle Bay; Redding. Buy local & get nothing but the best for your family. Wide selection of certified local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. All ages. 8am-12pm, thru 10/20. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Princess Tea Party; Redding. Your little lady will meet Disney princess characters while walking an enchanted pathway to the Grand Ballroom. Includes dessert buffet, craft center & makeup salon. All ages. 2pm. $25/ ages 3+; $15/ages 2 & under; $200/VIP table of 8. Youth program fundraiser. Holiday Inn, 1900 Hilltop Dr. (530)351-1149. Rapinoe Soccer Camps; Redding. Great opportunity to learn from the most accomplished soccer players from the Redding Area. Learn drills, techniques, attacking & defending. Relaxed, fun environment. Sessions include 30-min Q&A time. Ages 8-19. Boys & girls, U8-U13: 9am-12:30pm; Girls-only, U14-U18: 1pm-4:30pm. $60. Redding Soccer Park, 9800 Old Oregon Trail. (530)221-1885. Yarns At The Library; Redding. Ages 9 & up are invited to bring a knitting or crocheting project to work on get advice from a pro & have fun! 1pm. Free. Redding Library Community Room, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253 Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Daily at 10:30am. See the 1st. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm unlimited bowling. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

A Day On The River–A Sweet Extravaganza; Klamath River. Enjoy rafting on gentle rapids, plus chocolate delights & organic fruit at this “fun”raising event for Mount Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center. Kids' program too. Ages 4 & up. Starts at Tree of Heaven campground. Car pool 8am from Ecology Center, 418 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. in Mt. Shasta. $85/ adults; $55/under age 18. (530)926-2363. Jefferson Baroque Orchestra Concert; Mt. Shasta. Stories from Don Quixote to Gulliver’s Travel come alive in this evening of great music, humor & history presented by Music by the Mountain & Jefferson Baroque. All ages. $20/general, $5/students. Seventh Day Adventist Church, Highway 89 (1 mile from I5). (530)926-4313. Mask Making, Mt. Shasta. Make a decorative customfit mask unlike any other, from dragons to fairies, & everything in-between. All ages. 1-4pm. $15, includes supplies; pre-reg so materials can be prepared for you. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. www.northstateparent.com • September 2013

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Homeschool Program Orientation; Oroville. Find out about the Lake Oroville Visitor Center monthly homeschool program that features guest speakers, crafts & hands-on activities. 2-3pm. Free, RSVP. Lake Oroville Visitor Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun ongoing hands-on science enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 9th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/ Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 78:30pm. See the 3rd.

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

Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11am-5pm. See the 9th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 9th.

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Nutrition Classes; Red Bluff. Fun workshop series for ages pre-teens & up. Mons, 1-2:30 pm, thru 11/25. Free. see the 9th.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Cheap Skate Night; Chico. Bring friends & family for a fun night of roller skating. All ages. Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Paradise Tuesday Market. Meet local farmers, enjoy certified fresh produce & other items. 7:30am-12pm thru 10/15, rain or shine. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd., next to PO. (520)893-3276. Play Chess!; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome! 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories,

songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Calming Your Crying Baby. For parents w/babies 0-3mos. 10:30am-12pm. See the 3rd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 3rd. “Practical Life” Toddler Activities; Chico. Fun handson activities related to everyday home life for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Tu, 10:30am. See the 3rd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/ Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 78:30pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy a special storytime, craft & music. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 10:30-11:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa,11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Chess Group; Redding. Learn to play or practice playing games of chess; instructors facilitate. Ages youth & adult. 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 3rd. G-Force Gymnastics Tues Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm; Urban Flips (age 10+), free-run/parkour, 7-8pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 3rd. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Research your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. Tue.10am-

12pm. See the 3rd. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. See the 3rd. Hula Dance Classes; Anderson. Learning hula is fun & helps harmonize body, mind & spirit. Ages 5 & up. Tues, 7-8:30pm. $5/class. See the 3rd. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. 6-8pm. See the 3rd. Treasured Tuesdays At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting your own ceramic masterpiece for a special $2 studio fee. All ages. See the 3rd. Yoga Classes; Anderson. Ages 5 & up are invited to learn a yoga style that’s understandable & doable by any age or fitness level. Tues, 5:30am OR 5:30pm. See the 3rd.

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Chess At The Oroville Library. Come play! 3-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5yrs. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger.11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494.

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Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show October 12 & 13 • Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4 Shasta District Fairgrounds - Anderson FREE ADMISSION • DEMOS • PRIZES Shasta Gem & Mineral Society, Inc. email: shastagemandmineral@gmail.com

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Oroville Farmers Market. Fresh produce & goods avail. 11am-5pm, thru Sept. Oroville Hospital lawn area (parking shuttle avail.), 2767 Olive Hwy. (530)532-8318. Work Of Art Wednesday; Redding. Create art at All Fired Up paint-your-own ceramics studio. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $2.50 studio fee, plus cost of pottery. Weds,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Fine Motor Skills Toddler Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on fine motor skills enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 4th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Boz Scaggs In Concert; Redding. Rock legend Boz Scaggs brings his talent as singer, songwriter & guitarist to the Cascade Theatre, showcasing his signature sounds of blues, R&B, rock & jazz, &featuring works from his 2013 release “Memphis.” All ages. 7:30-10:30pm. $58+-$78. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)243-8877. Lil’ Cheer Stars Class; Redding. Kids ages 3-5 learn jumps, cheers, tumbling & cheering using pom poms. Weds, 6-6:45pm. $45/mo, start anytime. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St. (530)2224GYM. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children. Free; professional childcare offered. Weds, 6-7:30pm, year-round. See the 4th. G-Force Gymnastics Wed Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages

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

6 +), 6-7pm; & Middle school power tumble; 7-8pm. See the 4th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Yreka Farmers Market. Offer fresh produce & goods. 11am-2pm, thru Oct. A-1 Auto parking lot, 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 4th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15- 6:15pm. See the 2nd. Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Stories & singing to live music for ages 0-5 10:30am. See the 4th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime; Chico. Summertime stories & crafts for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Caregiver Self-Care & Resource Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 1st & 3rd Th, 11am1pm. Butte College Foster/Kinship Care Ed Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Chico Doula Circle Workshop; Chico. Educational workshops related to pregnancy, labor, birth & breastfeeding. Hosted by four local doulas. Ages

all. 1st & 3rd Thurdays, 7-8:30pm. Free. La Casita Primera Preschool, 2035 Esplanade. (530)513-4049. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, delicious food, arts & crafts, & more. Tonight’s entertainment includes: Annie B. Community Drive, Meg Amor, balloon clowns, spray paint art & more!. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hook & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)8726320. Playtime at Paradise Library. For little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Wii At Chico Library; Chico. Beat the heat. Play New Wii games at Chico Library. Ages 12-17. 3rd Th of every month. 3-4:30pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 3rd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 5th. Creative Art Activities! Preschool Time; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 5th. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 5th. Play On! Comedy; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents an outrageously funny comedy which follows a community theater trying to stage a play.

All ages. 7:30. See the 7th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/ Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 78:30pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Adoptive Parents Support Group: “Coffee & Conversation”; Redding. Adoptive parents meet to share, problem solve, give & receive support. 10-11:30am. Childcare available. Call for location: Lilliput Children’s Services. (530)722-9092. Advanced/Performance Dance; Anderson. Youth ages 10-14 develop flexibility, learn advanced turns & leaps, & work on choreography for performances. Mons, 6:20-7:30pm. $30/mo. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime: Chickens. It’s National Chicken Month, so come enjoy stories, chicken crafts, stickers & chicken tasting & a chicken dance too! 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Banff Radical Reels Tour; Redding. The Banff Mountain Film & Book Festival presents the wildly popular Radical Reels night, a presentation of the best high-adrenaline films entered into the festival competition–short, action-packed climbing, paddling, mountain biking, BASE jumping, skiing, snowboarding, & other adrenaline sport films. 7pm. $20. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)2438877. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. Parents & grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age are invited to this support group. 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-in okay. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Monolith Tours; Redding. Visitors can tour Shasta Dam Monolith & discover how important it was to the dam’s construction. In 2005 Lewis Simpson transformed the Monolith into a public art installation. Tours: 11am & 12pm. Free. Meet at the Monolith at Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Roots & Shoots Jane Goodall Youth Program; Redding. Survey the wildlife on the trail northeast of the Sundial Bridge. All ages. Free. Bring water & snacks. Meet 9am at the Turtle Bay Exploration Park parking lot closest to the bridge. Call to confirm two days ahead. (530)347-1687. The Building Of Shasta Dam; Redding. As part of Shasta Dam’s 75th anniversary, Chris Kutras will talk about the Kutras Tract Aggregate Plant & the 12.2 million tons of sand & gravel that were transported over a 9.6 mile conveyor belt to the construction site. 7pm. Free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park classroom, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa,11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Ages 6-18yrs & parents/grandparents. See the 5th. G-Force Gymnastics Thurs Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm. See the 5th. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 3rd. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 5th. Little Explorers: Trees are Important!; Redding. Learn the many ways trees are important with fun activities & stories for age 2-5 & their caregivers. 10am. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-7: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce & goods. 3:30-6:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. & Dunsmuir Ave. (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)235-4963. Etna Farmers Market. Visit the beautiful Scott Valley & shop this annual farmers market. 4:30-6:30pm, thru mid-Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

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

Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. Toy van visits. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 6th. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 6th. Kids In Motion Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 6th. Play On! Comedy; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents an outrageously funny comedy which follows a community theater trying to stage a play. All ages. 7:30. See the 7th. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Call for new times. Free. See the 6th. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 6th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 6th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11am-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Monolith Tours; Redding. Visitors can tour Shasta Dam Monolith & discover how important it was to its construction. In 2005 Lewis Simpson transformed the Monolith into a public art installation. Meet at the Monolith. Th & Fri 9/19 & 20 11am & 12pm, Sat 9/21 10am, 11am, 12pm & 1pm. Free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa,11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Montague Balloon Fair Open Day; Montague. 3 days of food, fun & entertainment for the entire family. Today features a balloon ascension at dawn & BBQ chicken dinner & live music Rotary fundraiser at 6:30pm $22/ person ($20/advance). Montague Baseball Field & Community Hall. (530)643-1305. Yoga Pretzels; McCloud. Parent-toddler class teaches parents how to stretch & exercise with their babies. Fridays, 10-11am. Free. McCloud Mercantile Building, Main St. (530)964-3250. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

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FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play! Adult stays with children while they play, max 2 kids per 1 adult. Ages walking-5yrs. 10-12pm. $10 (Members $5), +$1 siblings. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Stories, Songs & Crafts At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories & craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320.

Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Baby Play & Learn Class; Redding. Instructor-led class for new moms, dads & caregivers of babies ages birth-12mos. Free. See the 6th. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 6th. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 6th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 6th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 6th.

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SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Brand-New Stories Storytime; Chico. Come enjoy new stories (plus a few older favorites)! All ages. 2pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)8941494. Chinese Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & a craft for all ages. 10:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Family Day At All Fired Up!; Redding. Families create works of art together. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $3/family. Sats,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Fatherhood Conference; Chico. Focuses on dads to help strengthen parenting skills. Workshops, lunch, raffle prizes & free breakfast. Register in advance & get a free T-shirt with attendance. Ages teens & adults. 8:30am-2pm. Free. East Avenue Community Church, 1184 East Ave. (530)899-3318. Gem Show; Chico. Fun for kids & families. Enjoy activities such as geode cutting, ring/necklace making & a junior rockhound dig. First 200 kids receive arrowhead necklace. Vendors feature fine jewelry, polished rocks, minerals & fossils. All ages. Today 9am5pm. $2/person, ages 16 & under free. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. Lake Oroville Nature Walks. Everyone’s invited to enjoy docent-led nature walks that are typically an easy-to-moderate 4 miles. Meet 8am at Lake Oroville Visitor Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Movie At The Oroville Library. Enjoy an all-ages movie. 1pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. North State Fatherhood Conference; Chico. Event for dads, dads-to-be, or guys that help parent children. Free breakfast, lunch, t-shirt, tote bag, raffle & other great items. For adults. 8:30am-2pm. Free. Held at East Ave Church, 1184 East Ave. (530)519-4248. Oroville Community Farmers Market. Offers fresh produce & goods. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Municipal Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). (530) 893-3276. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 7th. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 7th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 7th. Play On! Comedy; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents an outrageously funny comedy which follows a community theater trying to stage a play. All ages. 7:30. See the 7th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under, strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 7th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 6th.

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SHASTA COUNTY

Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. $3/couple studio fee + cost of ceramics. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Debra Lynn’s Childgarden Chef Cooking Classes; Anderson. Children ages 5 & up learn basic cooking skills & safety in the kitchen. See the 7th. Harvest Festival; Whiskeytown. Family fun! Games for all ages, apple tasting, harvest-themed bake-off contest, tours of historic Camden House & orchards, & light refreshments. 10am-3pm. $5 (vehicle day-use fee). Tower House Historic District at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. (530)242-3438.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Monolith Tours; Redding. Visitors can tour Shasta Dam Monolith & discover how important it was to the dam’s construction. In 2005 Lewis Simpson transformed the Monolith into a public art installation. Tours: 10am, 11am, 12pm & 1pm. Free. Meet at the Monolith at Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. North State Symphony Concert: “Composer’s Palette”; Redding. The symphony’s season opener includes something for everyone. The famous Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto featuring Yevgeny Kutik is paired with lively Spanish & French music. Kyle Wiley Pickett conducts, in his final NSS season. All ages (mature children). 7:30pm. $22-$53. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)243-8877. North State Symphony Opening Night Gala; Redding. Pre-concert Gala helps support the North State Symphony. Enjoy hors d’eouvres, musical entertainment & a no-host bar. Meet Music Director Kyle Wiley Pickett, & enjoy the evening with NSS musicians, your friends and NSS fans! All ages. 5:30pm. $20. The Promenade, 1670 Market St. (530)243-8877. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/21. Civic Center West Parking Lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Science Saturday: Brain Busters; Redding. Experience a fun day of hands-on puzzle & calculation activities. Make a popsicle abacus or create a mathematical dream catcher. Glen Whitney, co-director of New York’s National Museum of Mathematics, demos how to measure the earth & more! 11am-3pm. Free w/ Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Debra Lynn’s Childgarden Chef Cooking Classes; Anderson. Children ages 5 & up learn basic cooking skills & safety in the kitchen. See the 7th. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am12:30pm. See the 7th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 4th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Sat.Two sessions. Ages 0-7 (“Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 12-2pm. See the 7th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 6th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 7th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 7th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Great River Clean-Up; Dunsmuir. Come help keep the Upper Sacramento River clean. Volunteers enjoy free lunch, a chance to win prizes, & fun related activities for kids & adults, including face painting, fish prints & recycled art projects with the Siskiyou Arts Bus. 9am-3pm (reg 9-10:30am). Dunsmuir City Park, 4841 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2012. Montague Balloon Fair (Day 2); Montague. Balloon ascensions at dawn. Breakfast (7-11am). Downtown Railroad Park (9am-2pm): farmers/crafters market, chili cook-off, children’s activities & parade (12:30pm). Evening events: BBQ sirloin dinner (5-7pm); $18/adult, $8/child, under 5yrs free. Balloonists Night Glow at dusk. Free entry. Ascensions, breakfast & dinner at Montague Baseball Field. (530)643-1305. North State Skate Series Day 2; Mt. Shasta. Day 2 of 4-day/4-location skateboarding competition. Open to all, judged on Tricks, Style & Gnar Factor. Age categories: 11 & under, 12-14, 15-17, Open Class, & 30+. $15/day or $50/series. Raffles, free stuff & more. Reg 11am, starts 12pm. Today at Mt. Shasta Skate Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)605-5193.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities & special surprises. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/28. Red Bluff City Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Frontier Village Farmer’s Market; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market at 645 Antelope Blvd. 8am-1pm, rain or shine. See the 7th. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

SUNDAY

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Like high-adrenaline adventures? Banff Radical Reels Tour comes to Redding, offering short action-packed climbing, paddling, mountain biking, BASE jumping, skiing, snowboarding, & other exciting sports films. See the 19th (Shasta County).

Play On! Comedy: Final Evening Performance; Chico. This outrageous comedy takes the audience behind the scenes of a theater company as it stages a play, in spite of the maddening interference from an author who keeps revising the script. All ages. 2pm matinée. $12-$20. Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282.

SHASTA COUNTY

Gem Show; Chico. Fun for kids & families. Activities include geode cutting, ring/necklace making & a junior rockhound dig. First 200 kids receive arrowhead necklace. Vendors feature fine jewelry, polished rocks, minerals & fossils. All ages. Today (final day) 9am-4pm. $2/person, ages 16 & under free. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. North State Symphony Concert: “Composer’s Palette”; Chico. The symphony’s season opener includes something for everyone. The Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto featuring Yevgeny Kutik is paired with lively Spanish & French music. Kyle Wiley Pickett conducts, in his final NSS season. All ages (mature children). 2pm. $22-$36. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium, First St at Salem St. (530)898-6333.

California State Old-Time Fiddlers Association Monthly Jam; Palo Cedro. Free old-time fiddle concert, jam & open mic. Food & pie available. All ages. 4th Sun, 1-3pm. Millville Grange Hall, 20237 Old Forty-four D. (530)604-8706. Farmers Market At Turtle Bay; Redding. Buy local & get nothing but the best for your family. Wide selection of certified local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. All ages. 8am-12pm, thru 10/20. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Daily at 10:30am. See the 1st. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm unlimited bowling. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Montague Balloon Fair Final Day; Montague. Bring the family to see the dawn balloon ascensions (coffee & donuts avail 5:30-7:30am). Hearty Elks Club breakfast 7am-11am. Watch balloons fly. All ages. Free entry. Montague Baseball Field. (530)643-1305.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun ongoing hands-on science enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 9th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/ Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 78:30pm. See the 3rd.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Ballet & Tap Class Series; Anderson. Ages 8-13 are invited to learn the basics of ballet & tap. Have fun & grow your skills. Mons, 5:40-6:15pm, 8/26-10/7. See the 9th. High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. 7-8pm. $50/mo. G-Force Gymnastics, 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Intro To Dance Class Series; Anderson. Ages 5-7 develop flexibility, learn turns & leaps, & work on choreography. Mons, 4:45-5:30pm, 8/26-10/7. $30/7-class series. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa,11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. For infants & toddlers ages 6mos-2½yrs, with their caregiver. 10:30am. Free. See the 9th. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11am-5pm. See the 9th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 9th.

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

Becoming a New Parent. For parents w/babies 0-3mos. 10:30am-12pm. See the 3rd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 3rd. “Practical Life” Toddler Activities; Chico. Fun handson activities related to everyday home life for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Tu, 10:30am. See the 3rd. Parent Cafe; Paradise. Make new friends, share ideas, learn about resources, build a stronger community. Monthly event for families with children ages 0-5. Dinner, games & activities for children. 5:30-7pm. Free. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/ Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 78:30pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy a special storytime, craft & music. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 10:30-11:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Teens may join the Redding Library Teen Advisory Board. Members help choose books & give their input about activities & library policies that affect teens. Grades 9-12. 6pm. Free, by application. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa,11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Chess Group; Redding. Learn to play or practice playing games of chess; instructors facilitate. Ages youth & adult. 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 3rd. G-Force Gymnastics Tues Classes; Redding. Kinder-

gym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm; Urban Flips (age 10+), free-run/parkour, 7-8pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 3rd. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Research your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. Tue. 10am12pm. See the 3rd. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. See the 3rd. Hula Dance Classes; Anderson. Learning hula is fun & helps harmonize body, mind & spirit. Ages 5 & up. Tues, 7-8:30pm. $5/class. See the 3rd. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. 6-8pm. See the 3rd. Treasured Tuesdays At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting your own ceramic masterpiece for a special $2 studio fee. All ages. See the 3rd. Yoga Classes; Anderson. Ages 5 & up are invited to learn a yoga style that’s understandable & doable by any age or fitness level. Tues, 5:30am OR 5:30pm. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 2nd. Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Stories & singing to live music for ages 0-5 10:30am. See the 4th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Nutrition Classes; Red Bluff. Fun workshop series for ages pre-teens & up. Mons, 1-2:30 pm, thru 11/25. Free. see the 9th.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Learn & continue to build your American Sign Language Skills. 11:30-1:30pm. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Cheap Skate Night; Chico. Bring friends & family for a fun night of roller skating. All ages. Tues, 6:308:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Childbirth Preparation Series; Chico. Highly trained nurse instructors help prepare you for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes individual choices, including natural breathing & relaxation techniques, & pain management options. Tues, 6-8pm, 9/24-10/22. $125/couple/5-week series, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed.Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Family Special Needs Pot Luck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; build a supportive network & share. Children welcome, homework help & childcare provided. Bi-monthly. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x119. Paradise Tuesday Market. Meet local farmers, enjoy certified fresh produce & other items. 7:30am-12pm thru Oct 15, rain or shine. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd., next to PO. (520)893-3276. Play Chess!; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome! 3:305pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic:

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WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Beauty & The Beast Jr. Musical; Chico. All ages. Features a cast of over 50 student performers. See dancing teacups, clocks, candelabras, the charming Belle, Prince-turnedBeast, villainous Gaston & more. Great sets & fantastic costumes. Come sing along! 7:30-8:30pm. $8-$15. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333. Chess At The Oroville Library. Come play! 3-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Chico OVC (Organic Vegetable Project) Market. Offers organic produce grown by CSU, Chico students & staff. 10am-1pm thru Aug, Sept-May 11am-2pm. Located at CSU Chico, between the BMU & the Student Services Center Plaza. (530)898-4137. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5yrs. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger.11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Oroville Farmers Market. Fresh produce & goods avail. 11am-5pm, thru Sept. Oroville Hospital lawn area (parking shuttle avail.), 2767 Olive Hwy. (530) 532-8318. Work Of Art Wednesday; Redding. Create art at All Fired Up paint-your-own ceramics studio. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $2.50 studio fee, plus cost of pottery. Weds,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Fine Motor Skills Toddler Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on fine motor skills enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 4th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Famous Artists Portfolio Program Volunteer Training; Redding. Parents, teachers others interested in sharing art with children learn to present 70 different portfolios of art prints, corresponding lesson plans & art activities to K-8 classrooms. No art experience necessary. Ages 18+. 3-5pm. Free, by pre-reg. Turtle Bay Museum, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)242-3148. Lil’ Cheer Stars Class; Redding. Kids ages 3-5 learn jumps, cheers, tumbling & cheering using pom poms. Weds, 6-6:45pm. $45/mo, start anytime. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Teen/Adult Sewing Workshop: PJ Bottoms; Redding. Students learn to make fun pajama bottoms. 6-8pm. $35 + materials, pre-reg. The Sew Fabulous Studio, 1814 Churn Creek Rd. (530)221-1608. Toddler Storytime; Redding. Join special guest storyteller extraordinaire Linda Boyden at this monthly storytime event. Sing songs with musical guest Paul Boyden on guitar. All ages. 10am. Free. Barnes & Noble, 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children. Free; professional childcare offered. Weds, 6-7:30pm, year-round. See the 4th. G-Force Gymnastics Wed Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 6-7pm; & Middle school power tumble; 7-8pm. See the 4th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

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Children’s Storytime Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Puppets, Stories & Songs For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 & their caregiver enjoy fun stories, singing to live music, & a puppet show on the last Wed monthly. 10:30am. Mt. Shasta Community Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Yreka Farmers Market. Offer fresh produce & goods. 11am-2pm, thru Oct. A-1 Auto parking lot, 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. Weds. 6:457:45pm. See the 4th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime; Chico. Summertime stories & crafts for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bigger Baby & Me: Infant Development Series; Chico. Informative 6-week series. Topics include: First Year Milestones, Individual Temperaments, Discipline & Guidance, Baby Sign Language Development, Cultural Identity, Play & Learning. For parents & infants. Thurs,10:30am-12:00pm, 9/26-10/31. $75/series, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Education, 251 Cohasset Road, Suite #120. (530) 332-3970 Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Final market of the season. Certified farmers market features fresh produce, cut flowers, delicious food, arts, crafts, & more. Tonight’s entertainment includes: Respect Chico Alcohol & Safety Awareness Night, Jeff Pershing (solo), a DJ, balloon clowns, magic performance & more! 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hook & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 3rd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 5th. Creative Art Activities! Preschool Time; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 5th. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 5th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/ Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 78:30pm. See the 3rd.

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

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy. 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime Author’s Reading. Award-winning children’s book author Linda Boyden will read her recently published picture book, Boy & Poi Poi Puppy. Enjoy songs, crafts & stickers too. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa,11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Ages 6-18yrs & parents/grandparents. See the 5th. G-Force Gymnastics Thurs Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm. See the 5th. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 3rd. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 5th. Little Explorers: Trees are Important!; Redding. Learn the many ways trees are important with fun activities & stories for age 2-5 & their caregivers. 10am. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-7: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce & goods. 3:30-6:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. & Dunsmuir Ave. (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)2354963. Etna Farmers Market. Visit the beautiful Scott Valley & shop this annual farmers market. 4:30-6:30pm, thru mid-Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

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TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama District Fair Opening Day; Red Bluff. Bring the family out to celebrate at the 93nd annual fair. All ages. 9/26-29. Call or vist their website for info. Tehama District Fair Grounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play! Adult stays with children while they play, max 2 kids per 1 adult. Ages walking-5yrs. 10-12pm. $10 (Members $5), +$1 siblings. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)8934967. “Pass The Pasta” Fundraising Feast; Paradise. Includes full dinner with beverage. Dessert & wine bars, plus huge plant sale. Seatings at 5pm & 6:30pm. Raises funds for Paradise Center for Tolerance & Nonviolence. Presale tix only, call for info. Paradise Lutheran Church, 780 Luther Dr. (530)877-1856. Stories, Songs & Crafts At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories & craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 6th. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 6th. Kids In Motion Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 6th. Nature & Me Pre-School Class; Chico. Children ages 2-5 & their parents explore the world of nature with zoology, botany, geography & history. 10:30am. See the 13th. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Call for new times. Free. See the 6th. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 6th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 6th.

PLUMAS COUNTY

National Paddling Film Festival; North Fork of Feather River. In this kick-off to the Feather River Festival, enjoy cutting-edge kayaking films, environmental films & other water-sports related films. Proceeds benefit

American Whitewater. All ages. 6-11pm. Call for cost. Indian Jim School, Hwy 70. (530)892-8923.

SHASTA COUNTY

Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play! Adult stays with children while they play, max 2 kids per 1 adult. Ages walking-5yrs. 10-12pm. $10 (Members $5), +$1 siblings. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa,11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Ask about playing the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Baby Play & Learn Class; Redding. Instructor-led class for new moms, dads & caregivers of babies ages birth12mos. Free. See the 6th. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 6th. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 6th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 6th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 6th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

4th Friday Art Walk; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy receptions, original art & prints at six participating galleries in downtown Mt Shasta from 4-8pm. Yoga Pretzels; McCloud. Parent-toddler class teaches parents how to stretch & exercise with their babies. Fridays, 10-11am. Free. McCloud Mercantile Building, Main St. (530)964-3250. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama District Fair; Red Bluff. Bring the family out to celebrate at the 93nd annual fair. All ages. 9/26-29. Call or vist their website for info. Tehama District Fair Grounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER

The annual Bidwell Bark Fun Run & Festival in Chico is a pet-friendly community festival raising funds for the Butte Humane Society. Includes breakfast, fun run, a dog costume contest, activities for kids and for dogs, and much more. See the 28th (Butte County).

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Bidwell Bark Fun Run & Festival; Chico. Butte Humane Society’s annual fundraising run & pet-friendly community festival! Enjoy a 5K Run & 2K fun run/walk through scenic Lower Bidwell Park. Raise money for the animals & win prizes. Breakfast, live music, dog costume contest, vendors, plus games & activities for dogs & kids. All ages. 8am-12pm. Free. Check the BHS website for details. (530)343-7917. Book Sale At Paradise Library. Offers a wonderful selection of gently used books at great prices. 10am3pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Brand-New Stories Storytime; Chico. Come enjoy new stories (plus a few older favorites)! All ages. 2pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Childbirth Preparation Weekend Workshop; Chico. Trained registered nurses help prepare expectant parents for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes personal choices, including natural breathing, relaxation techniques & pain management options. 8/24-25: Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 9am-1pm. $125/ couple, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. “De-Clutter For A Cause” Sale; Paradise. Gigantic parking lot, sidewalk & yard sales offering new & used clothing, furniture, appliances, toys, sports equipment, books, antiques. baked goods & more. Bounce house & slide for kids. Free admission 8am-2pm; early bird’s admitted 7-8am , $10. Paradise Senior Center, 877 Nunneley Rd. (530)530-342-4896. Family Day At All Fired Up!; Redding. Families create works of art together. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $3/family. Sats,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Movie At The Oroville Library. Enjoy an all-ages movie. 1pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Oroville Community Farmers Market. Offers fresh produce & goods. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Municipal Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). (530) 893-3276. Quilt Show: Harvest of Quilts VII; Chico. Annie’s Star Quilt Guild showcases over 200 quilts of traditional & contemporary works, ranging from wall hangings to bed quilts. Featured quilter is Bev Armstrong. Food, demos, vendors & raffles. All ages. Today 10- 5pm. $7. Free parking. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2337 Fair St. (530)343-2553. StoryTail Tutors; Chico. Free reading program for beginning readers, struggling readers & reluctant

readers. Read to trained, certified therapy dogs at the library. Ages 5-11. 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 7th. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 7th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 7th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under; strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 7th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 6th.

PLUMAS COUNTY

Feather River Festival; North Fork of Feather River. Bring your raft or kayak & take part in the Class II &/ or Class V river race (12-4pm). Fundraising River Party (6pm-12am) with BBQ, silent auction, raffle & music; benefits American Whitewater org. All ages. Races & party free. Inexpensive dinner. Indian Jim School Campground, Hwy 70. (530)892-8923.

SHASTA COUNTY

A Walk with the Horticulture Manager; Redding. Bring your notebooks & cameras for this participantdriven program. Take a tour with the manager with frequent stops for discussions about the different plants. 10:30am. Free w/Park or Garden admission, $4-$14. West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. $3/couple studio fee, plus cost of ceramic pieces. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Fall Plant Sale At Turtle Bay Gardens; Redding. Find hardy perennial plants, including California natives, grasses, unusual flowering plants, evergreen groundcovers & shrubs. Free gardening advice. 20% public discount; 30% members’ discount. Member presale 9-11am; Public sale 11am-3pm. Free admission to Gardens all day. West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Hoe Down Dinner & Dance; Palo Cedro. This fun evening for all ages includes a tri-tip or chicken dinner, dancing to the Roughcut Band, line-dancing lessons, raffle, contests & more. 5:30-10:30pm. $20, tix avail at Another Chance Animal Welfare League thrift store (9384 Deschutes Rd). $20. Odd Fellows Hall, 22551 Silverlode Ln. (530)547-7387. Hunter Troy Clegg Memorial Soccer Tournament; Redding. Formerly known as the Shasta Fall Classic. All proceeds support local nonprofits. Participants ages U10-U12. 9/28-29, 8am Sat–2pm Sun. $3.75 for spectators. Redding Soccer Park, 9800 Old Oregon Trail. (530)221-1885.

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Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/21. Civic Center West Parking Lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Roots & Shoots Jane Goodall Youth Program; Redding. Survey the wildlife on the trail northeast of the Sundial Bridge. All ages. Free. Bring water & snacks. Meet 9am at the Turtle Bay Exploration Park parking lot closest to the bridge. Call to confirm two days ahead. (530)347-1687. Debra Lynn’s Childgarden Chef Cooking Classes; Anderson. Children ages 5 & up learn basic cooking skills & safety in the kitchen. See the 7th. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am12:30pm. See the 7th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 4th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Sat. Two sessions. Ages 0-7 ( “Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 122pm. See the 7th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 6th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9pm-Midnight. See the 7th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 7th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities & special surprises. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/28. Red Bluff City Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Tehama District Fair Opening Day; Red Bluff. Bring the family out to celebrate at the 93nd annual fair. All ages. 9/26-29. Call or vist their website for info. Tehama District Fair Grounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920. Frontier Village Farmer’s Market; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market at 645 Antelope Blvd. 8am-1pm, rain or shine. See the 7th. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 5th.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Quilt Show: Harvest of Quilts VII; Chico. Annie’s Star Quilt Guild showcases over 200 quilts of traditional & contemporary works, ranging from wall hangings to bed quilts. Featured quilter is Bev Armstrong. Food, demos, vendors & raffles. All ages. Today 10- 4pm. $7. Free parking. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2337 Fair St. (530)343-2553.

PLUMAS COUNTY

Feather River Festival Final Day; North Fork of Feather River & Indian Jim School. Today through 1pm. See the 27th & 28th for details.

SHASTA COUNTY

Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Daily at 10:30am. See the 1st. Hunter Troy Clegg Memorial Soccer Tournament; Redding. Two-day tourney runs thru 2pm today. See the 28th. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm unlimited bowling. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Fiesta Fundraiser For Youth Art. Mount Shasta. A fun event for families that includes, food, art & music. 5-8:30pm. Free entrance with purchase of meal; benefits the Siskiyou Arts Bus Project, bringing art to youth. Call for more info: (530)859-2309. Pine Needle Weaving On Gourds; Mt. Shasta. Learn to weave with pine needles, & wrap gourds, bowls & other objects. For teens & adults. 1-4pm. $50, supplies included; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama District Fair Closing Day; Red Bluff. Bring the family out to celebrate at the 93nd annual fair. All ages. 9/26-29. Call or vist their website for info. Tehama District Fair Grounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920.

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BUTTE COUNTY

SHASTA COUNTY

Advanced/Performance Dance; Anderson. Youth ages 10-14 develop flexibility, learn advanced turns & leaps, & work on choreography for performances. Mons, 6:207:30pm. $30/mo. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. 7-8pm. $50/mo. G-Force Gymnastics, 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Intro To Dance Class Series; Anderson. Ages 5-7 develop flexibility, learn turns & leaps, & work on choreography. Mons, 4:45-5:30pm, 8/26-10/7. $30/7-class series. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, baked items, tamales & other delightful handmade goods. Cal Fresh EBT, WIC & senior farmer’s market coupons accepted. 3:30-6pm, thru mid-Oct. Castle St. at N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)436-2532. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Ballet & Tap Class Series; Anderson. Ages 8-13 are invited to learn the basics of ballet & tap. Have fun & grow your skills. Mons, 5:40-6:15pm, 8/26-10/7. See the 9th. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11am-5pm. See the 9th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 9th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Nutrition Classes; Red Bluff. Fun workshop series for ages pre-teens & up. Mons, 1-2:30 pm, thru 11/25. Free. see the 9th.

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