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CONTENTS 6 Be the Change: Bev Blair: A Life of Commitment By Carolyn Warnemuende

7 Be More Than A Hero... Be a SUPERHERO! Join the CASA Superhero Runs in Chico and Redding By Jon Lewis 9 Basketball: A Great Game With Lifetime Benefits By Beverly Breton Carroll

11 Behind Every Sports Team By Mary Jo Rulnick 12 What's a Pump Track? Two-Wheeled Thrills! By Jon Bowman

14 Localicious: What’s in Your Lunch Box? By Michelle Cave 15 Childcare Directory

16 Simple Science Experiments: Pouring Water Down A String By Steve Davala

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I’m so pleased that we are able to offer an article on the efforts of Grandparents working within classrooms through “Foster Grandparent” programs. I myself have experienced the smiling faces of these dedicated volunteers as I’ve visited various elementary schools in the North State. To have our elders playing such a valued role in the world of children just makes good sense. Organizational leaders deserve many kudos for nurturing these programs – the nation-wide Foster Grandparent program is soon to celebrate its 50th year! Read more in this edition and please comment online at our northstateparent.com website if you have insight to offer. This month focuses on after-school activities and why the extra effort of participating in sports, music, 4-H programs, mountain biking and more equates to real enrichment for children. Our cultural norms in many cases have become quite sedentary. That’s why it was so good to recently speak with Connor, age 16, who reminded me that playing sports relieves stress, and his involvement is

17 Character Development Through Music By Karen Berger, piano instructor 19 Curiouser and Curiouser: Butte County Children Perform in Alice in Wonderland Jr. By Blue Room Theatre 20 Not Just About Animals … 17 Great Things About 4-H By Sarah Yale 22 Afterschool Opportunity Build It Redding Offers Creative Fun With Technology By Kimberley Harper

23 Serving Youth Makes Our Days Magical By Gayin Linx 25 The Benefits of Elder Respect By Mary Jo Rulnick 26 Special Fun for Babies and Toddlers Circle Time at Apple Blossom Baby By Lisa Shara 27 From the Mouths of Babes Cartoon By Jerry King 27 Going Places Family Events Calendar

something he looks forward to. Brad, Connor’s very active friend & teammate, also age 16, says, “Over the years, playing baseball, football, soccer and rugby has given my life a positive focus.” And when I met Avery, age 18, I could see a big smile across his face as he shared with me how the act of involving himself in sports at an older age was a positive experience for him. He values the cooperative effort and stress-relief that his sport, pole-vaulting, offers him. If we had more room in this issue we would certainly have shared the stories of even more local athletes, as their enthusiasm is contagious! All the best,

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BevBlair A Life of Commitment 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 community life. If you would like to nominate someone who is making a difference, please write to pn@northstateparent.com.

ev Blair, preschool teacher at Secret Garden Preschool in Redding, CA, has created a stable life of commitments in marriage, work and friendships. Bev began teaching at Secret Garden, the oldest privately owned preschool in Redding, in 1986. Her own children were grown and gone, and she was contemplating what she might like to do with her life. She lived a half mile from the school that was, and still is, on Churn Creek Road. “It’s hard to imagine, but at the time Churn Creek was still a dirt road,” recalls Bev.

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“In thinking what I might like as a profession, I wanted to find something I could do for a long time,” Bev says. “I love kids so thought I would like to teach preschool.” She stopped in and talked with Tim Mallory, who then owned Secret Garden. “I thought one could just start teaching preschool children,” she admits. “I was surprised when Tim told me I’d have to get some education.” Bev entered Shasta College and earned a degree in child development. She returned to Secret Garden with her degree in hand and was hired as the cook. She felt out of place because she had no friends on the staff. Donna Montelongo, one of the teachers who later became the school’s owner, reached out to her. Bev thought she was an outstanding teacher and Donna said she’d teach her everything she knew. “And she did!” says Bev. “Ultimately I became the teacher I wanted to be.” Twenty-eight years after starting her career, Bev enjoys teaching as much as ever. “Education is wonderful, she states, “but it has to go hand in hand with experience.” Her love of children kindles her desire to make education something amazing for the children. Bev strives to make the preschool learning experience exciting enough that children continue to feel inspired about education through their elementary and high school years and beyond. “Secret Garden is a wonderful place to teach,” says Bev. “I have the freedom to teach the way I want, and my main goal is always to teach the kids empathy. It’s important

that children know how to live successfully in relationship with others.” When she creates lesson plans based on new ideas, she keeps what works and tosses the rest. Jennifer Brown, Secret Garden’s current owner, says, “Bev is very versatile. She has that touch with children where she can go every which way till she finds what works.” “Bev lives and breathes her kids,” continues Jennifer. “And she works well with parents and other staff, too. She’s taught me a lot about this industry, and I’m still learning. Her experience is amazing.” Choosing carefully and sticking with a profession is not the only place Bev exemplifies commitment. She and husband Jerry have been married for 47 years. The couple has two children, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. “My family and extended family is the most important part of my life,” she reveals. “I love spending time with my great-grandchildren. We go to Turtle Bay, walk along the river, pitch a tent in the backyard, and have picnics.” With the exception of a short stint in Reno after her marriage, Bev has lived in Redding all her life. She attended Pine Street School, Manzanita School, and Shasta High School. “Redding is a wonderful community,” she says. When not teaching or spending time with her family and friends, Bev enjoys working on the computer. She researches new ideas for her classroom and keeps up with her grandchildren on Facebook. While one can only learn through experience, Bev wishes she had known what she knows now when she was raising her own children. Throughout her years of mothering, grand-mothering, great-grand-mothering and teaching she has learned a lot, and wants to share this bit of advice with parents: “Tell your children over and over how much you love them. And spend time with them. Busy parents need to carve out family time; it is very important for the children’s sense of well being and belonging.” Bev Blair can be reached at (530) 244-1891. Ó Author Carolyn Warnemuende lives in Redding and has a particularly affinity for Secret Garden Preschool. Two of her grandchildren attended the school and they loved it. So did she!

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eroes will not be hard to find in the North State this month and next: they’ll be out in the open, running for a good cause and having fun in the process. Superheroes will be on hand as well, dressed for heroic duty, in Chico’s Bidwell Park and Redding’s Civic Auditorium. Just look for people supporting Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), a program that matches specially trained volunteers with abused, abandoned or neglected children who are making their way through Dependency Court. What cataclysmic event is responsible for this gathering of caped crusaders? What clarion call has brought brave

men and women (and the children who love them) from throughout the North State? It’s the second annual CASA Superhero Run! CASA volunteers and supporters will don their finest superhero costumes and take part in 5K and 10K races while younger attendees get their own capes and take part in the 1K Little Heroes Dash. “There’s a costume component to this and it’s fun to see the creativity,” says Jake Mangas, development director for Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, the nonprofit umbrella organization that administers the CASA program in Butte, Shasta, Glenn and Tehama counties. “We encour-

age people to dress up, but it’s not a requirement. People come up with unique takes on what a superhero is.” However the heroes are dressed, there are about 1,500 at-risk kids who can benefit from the money generated by run participants. “Our slogan is ‘All children need a hero, but abused and neglected children need a superhero,’” Mangas says. “It’s amazing to see the outpouring of support,” Mangas adds. “Last year we had about 1,000 attend and received a lot of publicity with each event. We netted about $30,000, which is great for a first-year event, especially a fun run.” 8 Money raised during the CASA Superhero

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Be More Than A Hero... Be a SUPERHERO! Run stays in the North State to train, assign and support CASA volunteers, says Pam Hubbard, program coordinator for CASA of Shasta and Tehama Counties. Once they pass an extensive background investigation and complete a structured 30-hour training program, CASA volunteers are sworn in as officers of the court and assigned to serve as an advocate for a child or sibling group in the court system. The typical CASA kid has been removed from a home due to abuse, abandonment or neglect and can greatly benefit from a stable, committed adult in his or her life. Often, the one-on-one relationship between a CASA volunteer and dependent child is the most positive relationship a kid has. “The whole goal of CASA is to get abused and neglected children into safe homes and to provide one consistent, positive adult which the child has lacked,” Mangas says. “The polar star in all this is the child,” Hubbard says. “These are some of the most at-risk children in our community who are not faring well in group care. We’re really reaching for this one-on-one relationship. Children can really, really benefit from knowing somebody is out there following them from placement to placement throughout the court process.”

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While the often overburdened social worker is required to divide attention between as many as 100 children in a caseload, the CASA volunteer can give a child his or her full attention – and children can appreciate the difference. Mangas cites a comment by Andreas Fuhrmann, a CASA volunteer, who notes: “My 11-year-old CASA boy figured me out well before I figured him out. I’m the only adult not paid to give him attention. My role is to show up when I say I will and to let him know he’s worthy.” You don’t have to wear a cape and run 10 kilometers to be a hero, Mangas says. You simply need to step in and volunteer your time. “People understand these kids are in a situation through no fault of their own. It’s not too late to help these kids. It’s ordinary people doing something extraordinary for children. It takes a few very simple things: spending time, and being positive and consistent.” The CASA Superhero Run in Chico takes place on September 20 in Lower Bidwell Park; the Redding run is being held on November 8 at the Redding Civic Auditorium. For more information, including registration instructions, visit run4casa.com or call (530) 345-1600. Ó Jon Lewis is a Redding-based writer who has been writing about people, places, programs and events in the North State for 30 years.

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By Beverly Breton Carroll

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T E B A K S L L A B A Great Game with Lifetime Benefits

hen colder weather sets in, kids can get restless indoors. Basketball offers the perfect antidote. With minimal equipment (a basketball and a pair of sneakers) and a court and baskets, your kids can play out pent-up energy and reap long-lasting physical, mental, emotional and social benefits.

Complete Physical Exercise

Basketball offers one of the most complete physical exercises of any sport. Running up and down the court sets a child’s blood

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Increased Coordination

Practicing running, passing, guarding the ball and shooting for the basket helps each player improve his physical coordination every time he steps on the court. Handto-eye coordination is critical in basketball, and is a valuable skill for children to develop at an early age. Shawn Brown, a strength and conditioning coach who’s worked with basketball players with the Toronto Raptors and the University of Virginia, says physical education teachers don’t necessarily teach kids how to move and develop these skills. Many educators believe that children who develop good hand-to-eye coordination in early childhood improve neural pathways needed for the mental gymnastics required in later years of school.

Enhanced Confidence

When a child first starts playing basketball, she discovers a lot of actions to learn and master, like passing, dribbling, and running and dribbling at the same time. Later, running, dribbling, and keeping her gaze on the other players to determine who is open for a pass is another skill level, as is deciding when to shoot a basket, and learning how to shoot the ball from a variety of spots on the court. A child may not excel at every one of these skills right away or even over time, but most children will quickly find one or two basketball skills they can enjoy and become proficient at – like getting up and down the court quickly, dribbling the ball, passing accurately, or, of course, making a shot. The game is fast and feedback is immediate. Basketball players take lots of shots and have plenty of opportunities to assist with scoring, all of which results in points for their team. When a teammate catches a pass, that’s immediate gratification and a huge confidence builder. When a player receives a pass, and turns and shoots... what a fabulous feeling. And when the ball actually goes in? That child feels like a superstar.

Team Building

Learning to working together with others is an ability that will make life smoother across the board. What makes basketball a great team sport for kids is that the team on the court is only five players. Paying attention and responding to four other kids is not as overwhelming as figuring out how to interact with an entire soccer, field hockey or football team. Kids learn quickly that teamwork is critical for success. They will discover that that one player hogging the ball, or one player taking all the shots, is not the way to win. A successful basketball team is five players who take turns being a supporting player or a superstar. A team joins together to accomplish a common goal, and shares the joy when they succeed.

Social Connection

The social benefits to playing a team sport like basketball are immeasurable. Playing sports creates easy bonds between kids, bonds not so easily influenced by social differences or pre-formed opinions. Kids who might not spend time together off the court may find connection and synchronicity on the court where the ball and the hoops matter, and not much else. The moment a child makes a contribution to the game, he becomes part of the team, period.

Skills for Life

Children playing basketball think they are playing a great ball game, and they are, but they are also learning how to develop new skills, deal with new situations, overcome obstacles, and work together for a common goal. They are learning skills that can serve them for life. Let the games begin! Ó Beverly Breton Carroll and her husband own an All-Star Basketball Camp in Massachusetts. They are co-authors of The Confident Coach’s Guide to Teaching Basketball. Beverly is also the author of How To Coach Youth Baseball.

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for community

By Mary Jo Rulnick

Behind Every Sports Team

So who’s behind the team? man or woman Within every player is a young strives to take but , ions who understands his limitat ents, family par the It’s . ond bey his game one step who see ers play the members and friends behind takstep ry eve h Wit . face st the challenges they mu them on. g erin che re, the are ters por en, their sup who scores more Behind every player is a coach than he does on rt cou or field team time off of the behind the coach the field or court. It’s the spouse spent planning rs hou of who knows the number home scouting from y awa hts nig strategies, the s in front of the day upcoming competitors, and the make playhelp to s film e television analyzing gam ers the best they can be. is a group of Behind every successful team fans while the g irin insp rs ade enthusiastic cheerle a victory. e hom g rooting for the players to brin the team ting por sup e, The squad cheers with prid on. seas throughout the

who scores more Behind every player is a coach than he does on rt team time off of the field or cou ily members or fam , use spo the the field or court. It’s knows the number neighbor behind the coach who es, the nights away tegi of hours spent planning stra competitors, and ng omi upc ting from home scou on analyzing game the days in front of the televisi t they can be. bes the ers films to help make play special group of a is team rts spo ry Behind eve their time and e icat volunteers who willingly ded ing the orgamak of on visi energy to support the dedication enhances nization a stronger one. Their the lives of many children. the bleachers, The next time you’re sitting in takes a comit er take a look around, and rememb Ó . munity to make a team of two Author M. J. Rulnick is single mom hours in four eled trav has who etes athl etball the snow to watch a two hour bask chocoof s dred hun ped wrap and e gam late chip cookies for bake sales.

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By Jon Bowman

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ooking for a great way to get the family outdoors and get some two-wheeled exercise? Then a day at the pump track might be just what the doctor ordered. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced bike rider, a few runs around a pump track will leave you exhilarated and smiling. If you’re wondering what a pump track is, you’re

not alone. For those who aren’t already BMX or mountain bike enthusiasts, the concept is likely a new one. A pump track is a continuous loop of sculpted dirt track consisting of banked turns (berms) and humps (rollers). Riders use g-forces and body strength to “pump” their bikes around and over the berms and rollers to maintain speed without pedaling.

But don’t be intimidated if you’re only a casual bike rider. Pump tracks are surprisingly accessible to riders of all levels because their difficulty is controlled by speed. Beginners can choose to go slower and more advanced riders can work toward increasing their speed and honing their skills. The only equipment needed is a BMX or mountain bike and a helmet. 13

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As part of their mission to promote mountain biking in Siskiyou County, the Jefferson Mountain Bike Association (JMBA) recently opened a free public pump track and a beginner trail in upper Greenhorn Park in Yreka. The park already boasts an impressive network of mountain biking trails, and these new additions to the facilities mean riders of all ages and abilities can have hours of fun any day of the week. “Having a pump track and beginner trail in Greenhorn Park is very exciting, and they help make the park an even better place for locals and visitors,” says JMBA President Brenda Nystrom. “We wanted to create additions to the park that cater to a wide range of riding abilities, so that beginners and intermediate riders not only get a great introduction to mountain biking, but also feel confident in their ability to ride the extensive trail network in the rest of Greenhorn Park.” Eight-year-old Tristan Tannaci of Yreka has competed in BMX and motocross races all over Southern Oregon and Northern California. Tristan has ridden the pump track several times since its recent opening and says, “It’s really fun. I ride BMX a lot and this track is way cool.”

For several years pump tracks have been gaining popularity, popping up in public parks and backyards all over. Santa Cruz County currently has at least five public pump tracks. However, Greenhorn Park currently hosts the only public track between Eugene, OR, and Sacramento, CA. Like much of the Greenhorn park trail system, the pump track was designed and built through collaboration with professional mountain bikers and trail designers from the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), along with help from several Yreka-area community groups and volunteers. The project was funded by a grant from The McConnell Fund of the Shasta Regional Community Foundation. If you like the feeling of pumping berms and rollers and you’re ready to graduate from the pump track to a bigger and faster experience, you may want to try a flow trail. These larger, more linear downhill trails also use berms and rollers much like a pump track, but gravity provides momentum as you flow downhill. Flow trails are also becoming more common as they grow in popularity. In addition to projects in Yreka, IMBA’s professional trail crew designed the recently com-

pleted flow trail in Mount Shasta’s Shastice Park. The trail is open to the public and plans are in the works for additional riding options including a pump track, dirt jumps, skills area, and a trials zone. With the combined benefits of fun outdoor exercise and quality time spent together, it’s hard to imagine a better family activity than bicycling. And as the list of high-quality bike trails and tracks in the North State region continues to grow, you may find it harder and harder to resist the many two-wheeled adventures waiting for you. So when your family gets restless, pack up your bikes, round up the family, pack a lunch and hit the trails. Upper Greenhorn Park is located at 475 Greenhorn Rd. in Yreka. For more information call (530) 841-2386. Ó

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or fresh wild salmon, tuna fish or grilled meat (leftovers work well), raw veggies, and dressing on the side. • Soup: homemade leftover soup or boxed soup (alternative to canned), with feta cheese and multi-grain baguette.

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• Wild salmon or tuna salad with ½ avocado and multi-grain or rice crackers. • Meat, cheese and crackers: organic turkey or ham slices, sliced cheddar cheese, and multi-grain or rice crackers. • Organic vanilla yogurt (low-fat or full-fat) with granola, raw nuts, fresh berries or other seasonal fruit. • Mini cheese quesadilla made with corn tortillas, refried black beans and guacamole. • Hard boiled eggs, cheddar cheese, and multi-grain or rice crackers. • Egg salad and avocado with pita bread slices or crackers. • Hummus and pita wedges with olives and cheddar cheese slices. • Organic cottage cheese with ½ avocado and multi-grain or rice crackers.

Be sure all meals and snacks are nutritionally complete (containing protein, carbohydrates and healthy fats). This will ensure that your children maintain optimum blood sugar levels throughout the day and their brains can focus on the tasks at hand. Don’t feel obligated to give your children treats in their lunch; they get more than enough of those with classroom parties and other school functions.

Helpful ideas for making nutritious lunches more fun to eat at school or at home:

• Provide fresh, seasonal fruits or vegetables with every meal. • Pre-heated items can be eaten at room temperature. • Be sure to send lunches in reusable, BPA free containers.

A Bowl to Go

• Burrito Bowl: brown rice, black or pinto beans, shredded lettuce, corn, avocado, salsa, cheddar or feta cheese and a squirt of lime juice. Serve with organic tortilla chips. • Teriyaki Chicken Bowl: brown or basmati rice, teriyaki chicken, sugar snap peas and steamed cabbage. • Chili Bowl: homemade or a healthy canned chili with cheddar cheese, diced onion, avocado and organic tortilla chips. • Green Salad Bowl: shredded fresh salad greens with canned

A Snacky Lunch with Wild Tuna or Salmon Ingredients 2 cans Albacore tuna or 2 cans wild Alaskan Salmon 2 Tbsp plain organic low-fat yogurt 2 Tbsp organic mayonnaise 1 Tbsp spicy mustard (not hot spicy) 1 Tbsp flax oil *1/2 tsp dulse flakes 2 capfuls apple cider vinegar 1/4 tsp cumin 1/4 tsp coriander 1/4 tsp celery salt black pepper to taste

A Snacky Lunch

Sandwich Alternatives • French bread or gluten-free English muffin pizza made with pizza sauce, spinach & cheese. • Homemade burrito: whole wheat tortilla with refried beans, brown rice, cheddar or feta cheese, avocado, salsa and lettuce. • Organic turkey or ham wrap: serve in a tortilla with cream cheese, lettuce, avocado, tomato and onion (optional). • Meat and cheese rolls: Lavosh bread (available at Trader Joe’s) with cream cheese, organic turkey, shredded carrots and lettuce. Roll up and cut into 2” pieces. Healthy Local Snacks • Beef jerky: It’s Jerky local beef jerky is made in Redding with real ingredients and is delicious. Trader Joe’s also has organic beef jerky. • Popcorn: POPO Organic Popcorn is locally made in Mt. Shasta with real ingredients and healthy fats, not “butter flavor,” cottonseed or hydrogenated oils. • Chips: Lundberg Farms Rice Chips. Made with 70% organic ingredients and all organic grains.

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

What to buy & where

Most ingredients can be found at your local health food store. Trader Joe’s also carries organic dairy products, nitrate-free lunch meats, hummus, lavosh bread, organic tortillas; Costco now carries organic & nitrate-free lunch meats and organic cheese; Grocery Outlet also carries organic products.

Making Healthy Choices at School

1. Ordering hot lunch. It can be difficult to make healthy choices when ordering most schools’ hot lunches, but generally there are a few healthy choices, such as a salad bar and fresh fruit, and water instead of milk and flavored milk. Tip: if your child’s school does not have a salad bar or fresh fruit available, speak to the principal and request fresh, homemade items to be part of your child’s school lunch program. If you don’t speak up, who will? 2. Classroom parties. Encourage your child’s teacher to have classroom parties in the morning before recess or after lunch so your child’s lunch is not spoiled by junk foods. It is important for parents to make sure their children are getting adequate nutrition so busy bodies and brains can function at their best. Remember to make every meal and snack count every time! Ó

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n 2011, The New York Times magazine's educational supplement published an article called "What if the Secret to Success is Failure." It's about character education, and how learning to deal with frustration and failure can help create success later in a child's life. The article didn't mention music once, but it should have. Throughout the nine-page article, the author interviewed principals of schools along with educational consultants and experts. It presented character components that were important for success in later life: grit, perseverance, curiosity, self-control and optimism, and it explained ways to measure and nurture these traits. I've got an easier way to see what kind of character a child has. Just watch how he or she approaches music lessons. Does she slump down in fatigue every time a 17 teacher asks her to play something again? Does he look for praise even after Photo by Tracey Hedge, Firefly Mobile Studios, firefly2u.com

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Character Development Through Music – Dealing with Failure and Frustration, and the Keys to Success a lackluster performance he knows is full of flaws? Does she avoid practicing the hard stuff at home because it's too "confusing"? As a piano instructor, the more I teach, the more I see that success in learning music (and I believe, by extension, in learning anything) has to do with character. Not character as in following the golden rule and standing up to bullies, but character as in an attitude of approaching and dealing with the world and its challenges. Character as in taking responsibility for your learning, and showing up for your life prepared, eager, willing, interested, alert, energetic and engaged. Interestingly, according to the article, it’s often the smart students – the ones for whom everything in school comes easily – that are among the most resistant to tackling projects that require real work. In many cases, bright students are underchallenged in school and never really have to deal with the mammoth difficulties that, say, a math-challenged student faces every day when looking at an algebra problem. Even in gifted programs where bright kids are challenged, the steps for figuring out a problem come easily enough and are usually solved without the head-banging frustration of just not "getting it." Music is a more even-handed task-master: It challenges the brilliant student just as easily as it challenges everyone else. Becoming a musician is an infinite process … none of us ever stops learning or making mistakes. The bright

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magine yourself in a place beyond your wildest dreams, where a bite of cake or a sip of drink can make you grow or shrink, and mysterious talking Cheshire cats disappear before your eyes. Chico Performances and the Blue Room Young Company invite you to join them on an adventure to Wonderland with Alice, the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter and March Hare, the Queen of Hearts, Tweedle Dee, Tweedle Dum, the Dodo Bird, the Caterpillar, and a host of other crazy characters. The fun begins when Alice (Hope Kozielski) tumbles down a rabbit hole and encounters the White Rabbit (Spencer Gosselin), who quickly scurries away. In her quest to catch up with the rabbit, Alice discovers it's necessary to shrink into Small Alice (Bliss Kozielski), and grow to Tall Alice (Gabby Billheimer) to maneuver herself

through Wonderland. Along the way she meets the DoDo Bird (Seven Mills), Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum (True Kozielski and Luciano Castaldo), the Caterpillar (Tia Watkins), the Mad Hatter (Zoe Karch), the March Hare (Annika Edstrom), and the Queen of Hearts (Bailey Martin), all of whom play a role in helping Alice discover who she really is. Sing along with Alice and her friends to "Zippidy Doo Da," "The Un-Birthday Song," and "I'm Late!" Weed your way through the garden with the Girls of the Golden Afternoon, paint the roses with a deck of cards, and try your luck at Simon Says … but be careful not to lose your head! Alice in Wonderland Jr. is being performed by 53 enthusiastic and talented local kids from the Blue Room Young Company. Director Tom Billheimer II is excited to

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bring this musical production to Chico’s Laxson Auditorium stage. He notes, "Anything can happen in Wonderland, which allows the audience and actors to open their imaginations." Tom is proud of his cast and appreciates the opportunity to work with young artists possessing so much talent and passion for their art. Zoe Karch plays the Mad Hatter and says this will be her 11th Laxson show. She’s looking forward to "bringing wonder and light to the stage, where every kid can see their Wonderland come to life.” Mark your calendars for the evening performance of Alice in Wonderland Jr. on Thursday, September 25th! The performance begins at 7:30pm. Tickets are $15 adult, $13 senior, and $8 youth, and are available online at www.chicoperformances.com, or by calling the University Box Office located in CSU, Chico’s Sierra Hall; (530) 898-6333. Ó

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n my family, our search for different activities for our children led us to 4-H. We discovered the program offers much more than experiences in farming and raising animals, which is a common misconception. A national program for children, youth and teens, 4-H offers experiences in leadership, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), expressive arts, and much more. 4-H provides a variety of opportunities to build confidence, learn responsibility, make friends, share interests, develop life-long skills, and make a difference in the community. Here are seventeen reasons why 4-H could be right for your child: Fun Our children are designing robots, showing dogs, learning crafts, developing leadership skills, lobbying the state legislature, managing events, and

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In California, Ages 5 to 19 Can Participate There are opportunities for everyone! Mentoring Children are connected to other youth and adults who have knowledge in areas that your child is interested in. Leadership Involvement exposes youth to learn and practice leadership skills that become life skills. There is an annual weeklong national leadership summit. Projects and Goals Kids design their own projects and set goals for what they want to learn about. This empowerment process will teach life skills and foster ambition. The projects can be displayed at regional 4-H fairs, giving children a sense of pride and accomplishment. Make Friends Through Shared Interests A great way to create lasting friendships is through activities that can be enjoyed together. There is always something to do or talk about. Making a Difference 4-H youth feel like they are making a difference, in their clubs, their community and their country. 4-H activities open their minds to the larger universe. 4-H youth have opportunities to speak to their state legislators about local and global things that matter now and in the future. Technology Programs and Projects STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) is a major focus for 4-H to prepare youth for the future, through projects and programs. No Need to Buy A Cow For those interested in learning about animals, they can be leased. Attend National Conferences in Washington, D.C. and Other U.S. Cities The 4-H National Youth Conference Center is

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ed in a seven-year service-learning project to help slow the impacts of global climate change by planting trees worldwide. The one millionth tree, named “Lion,” was planted on Aug 16, 2014! Teen Laura Webber conceived the 4-H Million Trees Project (4HMT) in 2007, and has been its youth leader ever since. She says, "Although the primary goal of 4HMT has been planting trees, the most valuable aspect of the project has been its ability to allow 140,000 individuals to be involved with something larger than themselves." “It’s projects like this that are dragging 4-H into the 21st century,” says Kristin Mercer, a Belmont, CA, 4-H volunteer. In Butte County, local 4-H members planted 16,685 trees after the fires of 2008, helping begin the restoration process of devastated areas. This work continues to grow; for information on a projected array of worldwide 4-H tree projects, visit www.4hmilliontrees.org.

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located in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Some of the annual events include the 4-H National Conference, a Citizenship Washington event, and summits on Geospatial Technologies, Agri-Science, Robotics and Healthy Living. Adults Can Volunteer Training and support is provided and opportunities are matched with your level of time commitment. Adults can be involved with clubs, youth education, events, committees and leadership. Butte County 4-H Program Representative Nick Bertagna says, “4-H is a long-established youth program known for successfully teaching life skills and leadership opportunities which follow youth for the rest of their lives. Ask any adults who were once 4-H members!” According to the 4-H website, 4-H youth are tackling our “top issues, from global food security, climate change and sustainable energy, to childhood obesity and food safety.” Young people will change our world, and opportunities abound for 4-H members “to improve the nation’s ability to compete in key scientific fields and take on the leading challenges of the 21st century.”

Find out more about your Local 4-H Youth Development Programs: Butte County: cebutte.ucanr.edu; (530) 538-7201 Glenn County: ceglenn.ucanr.edu; (530) 865-1152 Shasta County: ceshasta.ucanr.edu; (530) 224-4900 Siskiyou County: cesiskiyou.ucanr.edu; (530) 842-2711 Tehama County: cetehama.ucanr.edu; (530) 527-3101 Ó Writer Sarah Yale is the mother of two 4-H members. She and her family all have a great time at 4-H activities. She says, "We've met the nicest people, and have made wonderful, lasting friendships with kids and parents."

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build. In Lego Robotics classes, builders can program their robots to be voice or light activated, as well as to do all kinds of interesting moves. Classes that span a sampling of all offerings are also available, and schools are invited to bring their students for field trips exploring technology. Some children go beyond what is taught and really excel, so Faye hopes to add an even higher level of computer programming to Build It’s class schedule. She observes that children experience a sense of freedom working beside their peers without competition – they teach each other, which reinforces what they learn. Faye thinks it’s a good time for this generation to find new opportunities in technology, and she’s determined to encourage entrepreneurship and creativity in the young people attending Build It. “Until now, most kids have been passively playing games and never see there is a whole other avenue. When they realize they can program their own games, it’s like a light bulb goes off. These kids are becoming administrators and will grow up to get some of the best computer jobs.” Faye’s enthusiasm about Build It’s programs shines through as she guides kids to become more engaged in powerful ways. It’s also reflected in Build It’s mission “to empower the younger generation to master technology, unlock creativity, and live a limitless life.” Build It is located at 925 Merchant St. #2, in Redding, CA. Visit www.builditredding.com or call (530) 638-3399. Ó

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aye Hall knew her daughter and son, now 12 and 13 years old, were bright and curious. Yet she noticed they weren’t learning some things well in school due to the format in which they were being taught. And since neither child was interested in sports, their choices for extra-curricular activities were limited. So when Faye and her family moved to Redding three years ago, she opened Build It with her husband Dave. Build It isn’t about getting the best GPA, nor is it about performance. Rather, it’s a place that “fans the flames of creativity in each child” through technology. With a background in computer programming, Faye wants to dispel the myth that technology is hard. Build It camps and after-school classes give children the tools to discover what interests them, whether it is 3-D printing, robotics, computer programming or film-making. Children often work with no end goal or agenda, learning and exploring within specified time limits. Build It’s classes are geared mostly toward 6- to 16-year-olds, assuring kids are close enough in age to enjoy each other socially. Birthday party packages can be customized for ages 6-18, and an advanced Python coding workshop is offered to youth up to age 16. Code It boot camps are available for adults too. Faye has observed that children are often categorized unfairly and unwisely according to gender, and she would like to see more girls attend Build It camps and workshops. Both boys and girls are interested in using technology in creative ways, and can benefit greatly from the processes. Faye notes that during an All-Girls Maker Camp, planned traditional crafts activities were rejected in favor of a Lego Robotics session. Beginning in September, a computer programming language called Scratch will be taught in weekly 2-hour after-school classes. Other classes offered include Brickfilm Stop-Motion Animation, in which children make a storyboard, pick out props, and learn film and sound editing and how to use a green screen. Build It’s 3-D Printing class uses Minecraft and Tinkercad (a simple design program), and participants can print out what they

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By Gayin Linx

Serving Youth Makes Our Days

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HOW I FOUND HAPPINESS BY DOING SECOND GRADE OVER AND OVER AGAIN.

Mt. Shasta Elementary School student Keiran with "Grandma Gayin." Photo by Lisa Shara.

eing a Foster Grandparent brings joy to my life every day. After retiring, I spent three years reading every book that sparked my fancy on the shelves of the Mt. Shasta Library. It was a wonderful time for this history major – I learned a lot about Winston Churchill and his American mom, and filled in all the gaps in my historical novel scorecard. I began volunteering one morning each week in my granddaughter Morgan’s school classroom to help with small classroom groups. Joan Ward, the Foster Grandparent in Morgan's class, invited me to join the Foster Grandparent Program. Initially I pooh-poohed the idea; I wasn’t sure if it would be a pleasant way to spend my time.

The next summer, I realized I was in an "almost" depressed state: No goals, no partners, no joy. I signed up for the training required by the Foster Grandparent Program, then tried my luck in a classroom. Now I’m beginning my 8th year with the program, and I feel more alive because of it! Sponsored federally through the Corporation for National & Community Service, this national program funds volunteer opportunities for seniors in all our North State counties. Golden Umbrella in Redding runs the Foster Grandparent Program serving Shasta, Siskiyou and Trinity county schools. Passages, located at California State University, Chico, runs the program in Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Plumas and Tehama Counties.

Tina Brown, Senior Corps Program Director at Golden Umbrella, says her office receives calls or emails almost daily from teachers and principals asking for Foster Grandparents. “The Foster Grandparent Program has a key anniversary approaching in 2015 when it will be celebrating 50 years of successful service and inspiration to children across our nation,” Tina shares. “Clearly the need is great and the opportunity is here for seniors to share their love, time and experience with children who need it the most.” Tina says, “Foster Grandparents spend one-on-one time with children. In Northern California you may find Foster Grandparents in elementary and high schools, day-care centers, and Head Start programs giving person-to-per- 24

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Learn more about Foster Grandparent Program and other volunteer opportunities for seniors in your area: The folks at Golden Umbrella in Redding, and Passages in Chico, want to remind seniors they are wanted! Senior volunteers choose how and where they want to work; a minimum of 15 hours per week is requested. A stipend and mileage reimbursement is provided for volunteers in the Foster Grandparent program. To learn more, contact these organizations: Golden Umbrella (Redding office). Serving Shasta, Siskiyou and Trinity Counties. Also offers a senior mentoring program in Tehama County. www.goldenumbrella.org. (530) 226-3098. Passages (Office at California State University, Chico). Serving Butte, Colusa, Glenn and Plumas Counties. www.passagescenter.org. (530) 898-6761 or 1-800-822-0109.

son attention to their ‘grandkids’. Children receive the type of companionship, special help, and individual attention that only a grandparent can give.” Dale Porter is principal of Redding’s Boulder Creek Elementary School. He shares, “Foster Grandparents provide a wonderful support to Boulder Creek students. They provide an additional caring adult to help students feel loved and connected to school. Every day I see students receiving much needed extra support by a Foster Grandparent. They are a true blessing!” While the results of seniors being in classrooms are grand, the first goal of the Foster Grandparent Program is serving the seniors. I can vouch for the success of this part of the program. Now I have a place to give of my best self, daily. Teachers and students welcome everything I have to give. Plus, the “free” cash we earn from the non-taxable stipend the program volunteers get allows me to support my favorite community projects and gives me some “grandbaby” money! We older folks have gained a lifetime of experience. Now is the time to put our skills and talents to good use by volunteering – and we gain new skills in the process! Ó

Gayin Linx, aka “Grandma Gayin,” has lived in Mount Shasta for the last 25 years. She fondly remembers her grade school experiences, and loves being part of the group of Foster Grandparents at Mt. Shasta Elementary School.

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I am the parent of a 2nd grade student at Millville Elementary School. My son has struggled with reading since kindergarten but has always tried very hard. Two days ago we sat down to read after dinner and his reading was more fluent that I have ever heard before. The difference as well as the pride on this face literally had me crying as he read. When he was finished I asked him if he had been practicing that particular story at school (assuming he'd been memorizing). He said no. I asked him if his teacher had been reading with him separately, he said no. I finally asked "What has changed at school that has improved your reading so much?" His answer: "Just reading with Grandma every day." Surprised, I asked him when Grandma was at school with him. He laughed and said not my Grandma, our class Grandma. He explained to me that she is in this class every day and he reads her a different story every day. This shouldn’t have made such an impact since I knew he read to teacher's aides or his teacher every day in previous years, but the more he talked the more I realized that while the reading practice was helping, it was more a result of the person he was reading to. I don't know this woman, or even her name, other than "Grandma," but obviously she is an angel. As my son explained she doesn’t make him nervous, or correct every word, she just listens to him and he loves her like a Grandma. I just wanted to take a minute to thank Golden Umbrella for supporting this amazing program, and "Grandma” for changing a little boy's life. Teachers and aides try so hard, and are so appreciated, but this "grandma" brings a kindness and comfort to a child who has been intimidated by reading for years. Because of her gentle nature and encouragement I really believe this school year will be his best.

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n today’s world, respect of one’s elders is an important life skill that seems to be falling by the wayside. We see this in the way children talk to their parents and in the way they interact with their teachers. Unfortunately, several negative problems occur when the generational boundaries between child and elder are missing due to lack of respect. Arguments, defiance and family chaos become regular visitors in a child’s life. Why teach respect? Though respect is one of the “life skills” that a child needs to learn, it isn’t “instinctual,” says Ann Kramer, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and author of Life Puzzle for Teens. By learning respect, children move from a stance of “I am the center of the world” to “I am one person amongst many.” When children transition from this “me only” attitude, they learn to respect the rights and values of others. “We end up creating a world of healthy children who can become adults who appreciate others on this planet – creating a community of people who have respect for others,” states Kramer. Respect encourages personal growth Michelle Dunn, Psychoanalyst and New York Daily News “Tweentalk” Columnist, believes youngsters who learn el-

der-respect accrue many benefits. Respecting one’s elders takes work and practice. Giving respect to others requires self-control. Self-control grows personal tools of mastery. These tools of mastery can be transferred to more difficult tasks requiring self-control and putting one’s own agenda on hold. Each phase in the process of elder-respect is an achievement. “Remember, when a child gives respect, he creates self-respect and commands respect for himself,” says Dunn. “Youngsters who learn elder-respect achieve self-worth, hence, building self-confidence and self-esteem.” Additional benefits Additionally, school principal Tim O’Brien states parents benefit because they’ll have well-balanced kids, who are less selfish, demanding and rude (common traits in kids today). Well-balanced kids are easier to raise and are less likely to upset the family dynamics, allowing for a happier home life. “I’ve interviewed people in their twenties that don’t have a clue on etiquette and it hurts them in their careers,” says O’Brien. “It all starts with teaching respect.” Teaching respect Respect for elders is taught through daily experiences, such as making a child apologize if he insults or yells at an el-

der and encouraging alone time for children and elder adults, advises Ann Kramer. This way the child sees the elder as someone who has value and must be paid attention to, not taken for granted. One final word Teaching respect starts at home. Manners and respect are the place-holders for the deepest values of our society, believes Dunn. “If you want your children to be respectful, then be consistently respectful in how you treat others,” says Child Psychologist Dr. Nicole L. Caldwell. “Teach the values you want to pass on to your child by living them every day and your children will learn from your example.” Ó

Mary Jo Rulnick taught her son gentlemen manners. Once, he had forgotten to open a store door for her. She waited until he came back and opened the door with a groan and a smile.

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hen Darci and James Crossin first sat down to map out a plan for their maternity and baby goods store, Chico’s Apple Blossom Baby, circle times were part of that original vision. “I taught preschool for 12 years,” says Darci, “and circle time was always one of my favorite parts of the day. Our original location hosted playgroups and I really missed that at our new space, so it was always in my head to bring back a space where we can host family-orientated events.” The store is well-loved, and with a recent expansion, Circle Time has begun! Held each Thursday morning before the store opens, Apple Blossom’s Circle Times offer moments in the day where moms, dads, grandparents, infants, toddlers and preschoolers are invited to come together in a creatively stimulating environment. “Circle time is a cornerstone of most preschool curriculums,” Darci explains. “It’s a combination of books, songs, poems, flannel board activities, dancing, parachute play and more. There is something new every

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week which keeps it fresh, but each session has an underlying theme which allows the families to learn the songs and gives the children something to look forward to each week. Preschool skills are gently incorporated but it is really just a fun way for families to engage with each other.” “It’s all very casual and easy,” says Darci. Activities are adapted to ages and interests of the day’s participants. “Our last Circle Time was all families with babies, so we slowed things down a bit, read a shorter book, and crawled around a little more. Even though the focus is on preschool-aged children, it really is something everyone can enjoy.” Circle Time takes place Thursdays from 9:15-10am. Attendance is free, and anyone can join the fun. Space is limited though: “We want everyone to have room to dance and play, so we are keeping it to the first 10 families. It hasn’t been a problem yet, but if we get too full then we will probably just open up another time slot.” Darci adds, “We have a beautiful space, and it’s also

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Shasta County homeschooling families, and those interested in homeschooling, are invited to Redding Home School Network’s “Not Back to School” Picnic at the beautiful Anderson River Park. This 16th annual event is sure to be lots of fun! See the 14th (Shasta County).

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER

Love food and culture? The Taste of Chico food and beverage festival offers fabulous fare, a huge "Kid Zone," an expanded open-air art gallery, and four stages of continuous entertainment, all in Downtown Chico. See the 14th (Butte County).

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

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ART & MUSEUM EXHIBITS

Dam To Bridge Exhibit; Redding. Help curate the Turtle Bay Museum’s exhibit about Shasta Dam & the Sundial Bridge − this exhibit is transforming into a permanent exhibit! To share your related stories & memorabilia, email damtobridge@turtlebay.org. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Wed-Sat, 9am-4pm, & Sun, 10am-4pm. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

Gateway Science Museum Exhibits; Chico. New fall exhibits open 9/27: Eat Well, Play Well explores what’s in the food we eat in a highly interactive, bilingual exhibit that encourages healthy eating. Modern Farming showcases the many aspects of North State agriculture. Agricultural Landscapes of the Sacramento Valley displays photographer Anthony Dunn’s work. Wed-Sun, 12-5pm. $3-$6; ages 2 & under free. 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Inhabitable: The Sense Of City Exhibit; Chico. View a range of perspectives highlighting the complexities of communal living, and the consequences of and tension between facets of history, literature, philosophy, music & art that all make a city. All ages. 11am-4pm, thru 9/20. Free. The Janet Turner Print Museum, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-6333. Joshua Martinez: Photographic Exhibit; Chico. San Francisco-based photographer Joshua Martinez captures images that suggest adventures, experiences & sensations, while conveying the impossibility of reproducing experience pictorially. His processes emphasize the photograph as an object that connects with memory. All ages. M-F, 9am-5pm, 9/29-10/24. Free. CSU, Chico University Art Gallery, 400 W 1st St., Trinity Hall. (530)898-5864. Pablo Cristi: Paintings; Chico. Born in Los Angeles to Chilean parents escaping the Pinochet regime, Cristi’s work is motivated by an active political awareness. His investigations of the colonial timeline often deconstruct & commingle urban visual vernaculars. All ages. M-F, 9am-5pm, thru 9/19. Free. CSU, Chico University Art Gallery, 400 West 1st St., Trinity Hall. (530)898-5864. Parrot Playhouse: Lories!; Redding. Walk through the interactive aviary featuring beautiful Australian lorikeets; feed these beautiful parrots from your hand. Mon-Sat, 9:30-11:45am & 1-5pm; Sun, 10:3011:45am & 1-5pm. Free w/park admission, $12-$16, $1 for feeding. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Penjing: Magnificent, Mountainous, Miniature Landscapes; Redding. Art, nature & horticulture

intersect in the ancient Chinese art form, Penjing. Fascinating miniature landscapes depict soaring mountains & feature unique greenery. Daily, 7am-7pm, thru 10/24. Free w/park admission, $4-$16. Turtle Bay’s McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Toytopia!; Redding. An immersive & interactive exhibition that’s all about fun & learning through play. From building toys to vintage arcade games, explore the legacies of toy makers & origins of favored toys. Adventuresome toddlers can visit a special “free play” area. Wed-Sat, 9am-4pm; Sun, 10am-4pm, 9/20-1/7/15. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

CHOIR REGISTRATION

Children’s Choir Of Chico New Member Sign Ups. Children’s Choir of Chico invites new members to join rehearsals for the choir’s 14th season. Registration runs through 9/16. Contact the choir office for information on individual choirs, rehearsal times, fees & location. Ages 3-18. (530)342-2775.

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Mobile Dental Clinic; Chico. Offers full-service non-surgical dental care for qualified children ages 1-7 & pregnant women. Accepts Medi-Cal & most major plans; some funding avail. for low-income patients unable to qualify for insurance. Call for appt. (530)520-6913. National Parks Free Entrance Day. US national parks offer free entrance on September 27 to celebrate National Public Lands Day. In Upper CA, visit Whiskeytown National Rec. Area (Shasta County), Lassen Volcanic National Park (Shasta, Tehama, Plumas & Lassen Counties), Lava Beds National Monument (Siskiyou & Modoc Counties), & the California National Historic Trail. See www.nps.gov/ npweek for info.

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Anderson Parks & Recreation Youth Basketball. Registration is now open for grades 1-6. Develops basic skills & teamwork while promoting fun. Program runs Dec-Feb. $35. Anderson Parks & Recreation, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Girls’ Softball League; Redding. Sign up now for K-12th grade softball league. Bi-weekly practices begin 9/8. Games run 9/22-10/31. $66, includes uniform & t-shirt. Managers, coaches, scorekeepers & umpires needed. (530)225-4095. High School Flag Football; Redding.Co-ed Junior Varsity & Varsity divisions (enrollment dependent). Reg now as a team (7-10 players), or individual to be placed on a team. Mandatory Captain’s Meeting 9/10; Practices start week of 9/16; Sat Games: 9/27-11/15; Awards banquet TBA. $66/player. Caldwell Park Soccer Field, 40 Quartz Hill. (530) 225-4095. “Kids Bowl Free” Program; Weed. At Cedar Lanes, kids 15 & under can register to bowl 2 free games daily thru 10/15. Family passes available too. Bowling shoes required; daily rentals or pass avail. (ask about discount). Pre-reg at www.kidsbowlfree.com. 137 Main St. (530)938-3278. Northstate Basketball; Redding. Register now. Focuses on player development for boys & girls in grades 4-8. Helps players become confident & healthy & achieve success through hard work, discipline, teamwork & fun. Boys & girls teams compete in tournaments throughout California & in neighboring states. 9/1-12/31, practices M-Th, 6-8pm. Call for reg & location info. (530)917-3277. Quidditch; Redding. A co-ed contact sport with a mix of elements from rugby, dodgeball & tag. Teams of 7-10 athletes play while straddling brooms. Ages high school thru adult. Practices begin mid Sept; games run 10/5-11/9. $45. Enterprise Park, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Youth Volleyball Leagues; Redding. Sign up now. Practices: Grades 4-5: M/W, 9/8-24, 6-7:30pm. Grades 6-8: T/Th, 9/9-25. 6-7:30pm. Games in October. $60, includes team shirt. Alta Mesa Gym, 2301 Saturn Skyway. (530)225-4095.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER together. Ages 3-6. Call to register. Free, Park dayuse fee $5/vehicle. Brandy Creek Beach Parking Lot B. (530)242-3462. Labor Day Roller Skating; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. 12-4pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. It’s the final fun-filled educational wildlife show of the season, featuring animals showcasing their natural behaviors. 11am & 12pm. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

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Mark your calendars for Mt. Shasta’s 10th annual Music by the Mountain event, featuring internationally acclaimed baritone Stephen Salters. See the 7th (Siskiyou County).

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End of Summer Carnival; Redding. Aquatic Center’s last event of the season features a fun-filled time of games, face-painting, a dunk tank & much more. All ages. 1-4:30pm. $3.75/ages 16+, $3.25/ ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes 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. Enjoy the last day of this year’s 96th annual country fair. 8am-5pm. Free admission & parking today. InterMountain Fairgrounds, 44218 A St. (530)336-5695. Kayak Programs; Whiskeytown. Take a tandem kayak with a friend to explore the quiet coves around Whiskeytown Lake. Ages 6+; 9:30am & 5:30pm. Jr. Ranger Program pairs parents & their young children in kayaks to discover the joy of nature

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

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LAST DAY! Prehistoric Predators Exhibit; Ashland, OR. Don’t miss your chance to travel back in time & see life-size robotic dinosaurs that watch your every move. The past comes to life with life-like animatron-

ic dinosaurs controlled by state-of-the-art interactive software. 10am-6pm. $7/child (2-12yrs), $9/adult, under age 2 & members free. ScienceWorks Handson Museum, 1500 E. Main St. (541)482-6767.

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Becoming A Love & Logic Parent; Chico. Today’s topic: “O” Stands for Ownership of the Problem. Love & Logic is a practical, no-nonsense approach to parenting. Learn ways to talk to your kids so they listen. For adults.Tues, 6-9pm, thru 9/23. Free, drop-in okay. Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Calming Your Crying Baby. 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 At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice, or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. For all ages & abilities. $55/mo or $15/class. T/Th, 3:305pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class. This fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. Tuesdays, 2pm. Ages 3-4. $7/class; $25/5 classes; first class free. 932 W 8th Ave. (530)809-4932. Family Special Needs Pot Luck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challeng-

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kickball/T-ball skills are introduced in this non-competitive fun activity for ages 3-4. Practice kicking, catching, hitting & running the bases; learn teamwork & positions. Tues, 5-5:45pm or 6-6:45pm, 9/2-23. $24/4 classes; optional shirt +$6. Grasshopper Sports Zone/Parkview Field, 1250 Parkview. (530)225-4095. Gymnastics Classes; Redding. Learn basic, age-appropriate skills & drills on floor, beam, bar & springboard. Ages 3-6. Tuesdays,10:30-11:30am. $20/mo ($10 Y members), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Lil’ Chefs Class; Redding. Fun & educational cooking experience to develop following directions, shape & sensory exploration, fine motor skills & more. Ages 3-5. Tues, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y members free reg + $1 materials fee), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions. “Tiny Tots” ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 7+: 7-8pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Pickleball Open Play!; Redding. This racquet sport is played on a badminton court with a hard paddle & a whiffleball. Beginners welcome to join. M-Sat: 8-10am (hot weather); 9-11am (cool weather). Free. Enterprise Park Outdoor Roller Rink, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Quilting Class; Redding. Learn how fun quilting is! Students make a small quilt from start to finish & learn all of the basics of quilting. Ages teens & adults.

T/Th, 9/2-11/20, 6-8:30pm. $53; students supply fabric, thread & backing. Chilton’s Quilting & Sewing Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)225-4095. Sewing For Homeschool Students; Redding. In this program for homeschool students ages 8-18, beginning sewing students make a book bag, pillow case, pajama pants & small quilt. Intermediate students make pants, skirt & blouse, or shirt. M-F, 9am-3pm. $60/student. Chilton’s Quilting & Sewing Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)221-1922. Shasta County 4-H Information Night; Redding. Have you thought about joining 4-H? Youth members & leaders from 16 area clubs will be on hand to share their enthusiasm about each of their clubs. For ages 5-19. 6-7pm. Free. Shasta Public Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)224-4900. Shasta Skippers Jump Rope Tryout Class; Redding. Kids are invited to join Redding’s Shasta Skippers jump rope team. This class is for beginning to intermediate jumpers. Learn tricks, endurance, speed & double-dutch skills. Ages 8 & up. Tues, 9/210/7. 6-7pm. $25. Shasta Meadows Gym, 2825 Yana Ave. (530)225-4095. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at a weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5. Book lovers of all ages welcome. 10-10:30am. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)229-5124. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Members help choose books & give input about activities & library policies that affect teens. Ages 13-18. 6pm. Free, by application. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Tiny Tots Preschool Session; Redding. A social-recreational program that offers developmentally appropriate activities for preschoolers. The classroom offers exciting hands-on activities. Children acquire social & emotional skills as well as math, literacy &

science concepts. Ages 3-5. M-Th, 9/2-9/25, 8:3012pm. $162/month or $15/day. MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4095. Youth Gymnastics; Redding. Gymnastics for ages 5-12 with games & fun activities. Students develop strength, coordination, flexibility & balance. Intro to gymnastics for boys: Tues, 9/2-9/23, 5-6pm or 6-7pm. Intro gymnastics for girls: Wed, 9/3-9/24, 6-7pm. Beginning Tumbling: T, 9/2-9/23, 6-7pm. $53/4 classes. Galaxy Gymnastics. 910 Wall St. (530)225-4095. Youth Martial Arts; Redding. Increases skills & self-confidence. Ages 6+, all levels. Must know right versus left hand. T or Th. Beginners, 6:30-7:30pm; intermediate, 7-8pm. $30/mo ($15 Y member), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

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“Kids’N Clay” After School Pottery Class; Mt. Shasta. Two pottery classes offered for children in grades K-8. Tue & Wed, Grades K-4, 3-4:30pm; Grades 5-8, 4:30-6pm. $85/4-week session, includes clay, glazes & firings. Call for info about parent/child classes. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-4356. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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Babies Love Books; Chico. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.

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Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. Tue/Th/Fri, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. After-School Sewing Club; Redding. Sewing class for beginning & intermediate students. Beginning students make book bag, pillow case, pajama pants & small quilt. Intermediate students make skirt, pants & blouse, or shirt. Ages 8-18. Meets weekly for 4 weeks; choose M, T, W or Th, 3:30-5:30pm. $60/4week session. Chilton’s Quilting & Sewing Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)221-1922. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes & ages welcome. $60/year membership, races Tue ($5) & Fri ($10), 6-7pm, weather permitting. Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)209-4198. Chess Group; Redding. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. For those who are new to the game or who just want to practice. Ages youth & adult. Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (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 Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Tu/Th, 8:309:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $4/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Grasshopper Sports: Kickball; Redding. Pre-

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Adult Tap Class; Redding. For students with little or no tap experience, or those who would like a refresher on the basics. 18+. Wed, 9/3-10/22, 9-10am. $70/eight classes. Teen Center, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Discipline That Works; Redding. Informal support group offered by First 5 Shasta. Parents & others caring for children share ideas, information & support. 6-7:30pm, year-round. Free, drop-ins welcome, childcare avail. 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 Wednesday. All welcome. 6pm. IHOP Restaurant, Hilltop Dr. (530)241-6095. Fierce Tigers Martial Arts Class; Redding. Martial Arts teaching discipline & blocks, punches, kicks & forms. Students will also learn Filipino Martial arts weapons (Eskrima) the art of stick fighting & competition sparring point fighting. 18+. Weds, thru 9/24. 7:30-8:30pm. $21/month. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. G-Force Gymnastics Wednesday 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 focusing on strength, nutrition & 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. Grasshopper Sports: Baseball; Redding. Baseball skills will be introduced during this non-competitive, fun activity. Learn hitting, catching, teamwork, running the bases & positions. Boys 3-5 yrs. Wed, 9/324, 5-5:45pm or 6-6:45pm. $24/4 classes; optional shirt +$6. Grasshopper Sports Zone/Parkview Field, 1250 Parkview. (530)225-4095. Lego Robotics Class; Redding. Students build robots using Lego Technic pieces & then create programs using Lego Mindstorms NXT Software to bring their robots to life. Class guidelines plus personal creativity allow for complex creations. Ages 8+. Wed, 9/3-24. $80. Build It, 925 Merchant Street #2. (530)225-4095. Moonlight Kayak Program; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Experience dramatic changes in the landscape as you explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. 9/3-7, by reservation; call soon, dates fill fast. 7pm. Free, Park day-use fee $5/vehicle. Brandy Creek Beach Lot B Parking Lot. (530)242-3462. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s children’s storyroom. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Music & Me; Redding. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression, & skill development through hands-on learning. Incorporates movement while introducing music to children. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed,

9-10am. $20/mo (Y members free), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Kindernastics: 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. Youth Gymnastics; Redding. Gymnastics for ages 5-12 with games & fun activities. Students develop strength, coordination, flexibility & balance. Intro gymnastics for boys: T, 9/2-9/23, 5-6pm, 6-7pm. Intro gymnastics for girls: W, 9/3-9/24, 6-7pm. Beginning Tumbling: T, 9/2-9/23, 6-7pm. $53/4 classes. Galaxy Gymnastics. 910 Wall St. (530)225-4095. Youth Hip Hop Class; Redding. Learn hip hop dance routines from a master choreographer. Styles include breakdancing, popping, locking, house & freestyle. Ages 6-12. Th, 9/4-11/1. 6:30-7:30pm.$90/9 classes. Teen Center, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. After-School Sewing Club; Redding. Sewing class for beginning & intermediate students, ages 8-18. Meets weekly for 4 weeks; choose M, T, W or Th, 3:30-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Pickleball Open Play; Redding. This racquet sport is played with a hard paddle & a whiffleball. Beginners welcome. M-Sat: 8-10am (hot weather); 9-11am (cool weather). Free. See the 2nd.

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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; $5/youth; $20/4 classes. Wellness Center members, $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010.

Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. “Kids’N Clay” After School Pottery Class; Mt. Shasta. Two pottery classes offered for children in grades K-8. Tue or Wed, Grades K-4, 3-4:30pm; Grades 5-8, 4:30-6pm. $85/4-week session, includes clay, glazes & firings. Call for info about parent/child classes. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-4356. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Yreka Farmers Market. Farm fresh produce, local honey, crafts & more. 11am-2pm, thru mid-Oct. 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Farmers Market & Summer Concert; Red Bluff. Wednesday Night Market downtown with live music every week. 5-8pm, thru 9/10. 633 Washington. (530)527-6220.

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Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 11am-1pm. Butte College Foster/ Kinship Care Ed Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235.

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Butte Humane Society Supper Club; Chico. Enjoy a delicious meal at Aonami Restaurant & support a worthy cause. 15% of the sales made today will be donated to the Butte Humane Society. 6-9pm. 855 East Ave. (530)924-3168. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger. 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Nature Fun Activities; Chico. Children age 2-5 & their parents enjoy fun hands-on nature-themed activities. 10:30am-12pm. $6/hr drop-in or $4/hr w/ class card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Oroville Hospital Community Farmers Market. Fresh, delicious locally grown vegetables. Cooking demos. Most vendors accept EBT & WIC. 10am-2pm, thru Sept. South Lawn, 2767 Olive Hwy. (530)532-8318. Storytime At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories, & craft. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.

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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, 3:305pm. 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. All ages. 1st Thursday, 7-8:30pm. Free. La Casita Primera Preschool, 2035 Esplanade. (530)518-0421. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. Playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children & parents. Independent & inclusive, all homeschoolers welcome! 1-4pm. Free. Call for location & group info. (530)228-7078. Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class. This parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Emphasis is on fun! Ages 1-2. Mon, 11am & Thu, 3:30pm. $5/class, $20/5 classes; first class free. 932 W 8th Ave. (530)809-4932. Circle Times; Chico. Creative parent-child activities include songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. Ages infants & preschoolers; siblings welcome. 9:15-10am. Free, limited space, call to reserve your spot. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Th/F, 10:30am-12pm. $6/hr drop-in or $4/hr w/class card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. CSU, Chico Book In Common Kick-Off Event; Chico. Part of Thursday Night Market’s “City Plaza Nights.” Includes readings from The Distance Between Us by Reyna Grande. Speakers, musical entertainment, & more! 6-9pm. Downtown Chico City Plaza. DCBA (530)345-6500. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, nuts, honey, delicious foods, local artisans, kid zone, local entertainers & performers, & more. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hooks & 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. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm ($3); Racing Thur, 6-7pm & Sun, 4-5pm ($3-$10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. World Dance Classes; Chico. Line, circle & couple dances from around the world are taught. Youth performance group: Ages 10-17, 6-7pm; Ages 18+, 7-8:30pm. 9/4-25. $24/4 classes; by pre-reg at Chico Area Recreation & Park District. Pleasant Valley Recreational Center, 2320 North Ave. (209)261-6861.

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Adult Ballet Class Series; Redding. For students with little or no ballet training & those who would like to fill in their knowledge of classical technique. Concentration on alignment, position & steps. Ages 18+. Th, 9/4-10/23, 9-10am. $70/8 classes, $61/7 classes. Teen Center, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. T/Th/F, 10am-12pm; Sat, 1-3pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts. 7:30am-1pm, thru 10/30, 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 the story “Five Little Tomatoes.” Vegetable stories, stickers, crafts & coloring. Vegetables donated by Jeff & Bonita Glavaris. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Art & Craft Adventures; Redding. Inspire your child’s imagination & self-expression with hands-on art activities. Ages 2-5. Thursdays, 9-10am. $20/ mo (Y members free + $1 materials fee/class), 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 Thursday 7-8:30pm. Free, dropins welcome. 5-week children & teens grief support groups also available based on need; call for info. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. Flash Mob Dance; Redding. Instruction for performance opportunities to flash mob dance around the City of Redding at various locations. Instructor Fred Vassallo. Ages 12+. Th, 7:30-8:30pm, 9/4-11/13. $65/9 classes. Teen Center, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5): Intro to tumbling & trampolines, learn safety & basic skills, enjoy 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 Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Tu/Th, 8:309:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $4/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Grasshopper Sports: Soccer; Redding. Pre-soccer skills (kicking, running, & moving the ball around obstacles) will be introduced during this non-competitive, fun activity. Ages 3-5. Th 9/4-25. 5-5:45pm. $24/4 classes; optional shirt +$6. Grasshopper Sports Zone/Parkview Field, 1250 Parkview. (530)225-4095. 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 (5:306:15pm) & 9yrs & up (6:15-7pm). $25/mo. Anderson Community Center, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Little Explorers: All About Fish; Redding. Learn about fish & the water they live in with activities & stories for 2-5 year-olds & their caregivers.10am. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 7+, 7-8pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Play Gym; Redding. Promotes motor, mental & social development through gymnastics, song, dance & play. Ages 1-4. Thursdays, 10:30-11:30am. $20/ mo (Y members $10), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the fun with stories, songs, & games too! 10am. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. 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. Section 504/ADA Training; Redding. This workshop will include eligibility, forms & procedures related to

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Section 504/ADA as pertains to individuals with disabilities. For parents, educators & community members. 3-5pm. Free. Shasta SELPA Conference Room, 1524 Magnolia Ave. (530)225-0100. Youth Martial Arts; Redding. Increase skills & self-confidence. All skill levels. Must know right versus left hand. Ages 6+. T or Th, Beginning 6:307:30pm, Intermediate 7-8pm. $30/mo ($15 Y member), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. After-School Sewing Club; Redding. Sewing class for beginning & intermediate students, ages 8-18. Meets weekly for 4 weeks; choose M, T, W or Th, 3:30-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Moonlight Kayak Program; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. 7pm, 9/3-7, by reservation; call soon, dates fill fast. See the 3rd. Pickleball Open Play; Redding. This racquet sport is played with a hard paddle & a whiffleball. Beginners welcome. M-Sat: 8-10am (hot weather); 9-11am (cool weather). Free. See the 2nd.

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Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. Fun, supportive environment. Learn the smooth & the Latin dances, how to lead or follow, & develop technique. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. $7/adult; $5/youth; $20/4 classes; Wellness Center members $20/8 classes. School Hill Wellness Center, 778 S. Davis St. (415)215-2652. Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce, live music, crafts & prepared foods. 3:306:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. (between Dunsmuir & Shasta Ave. next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)235-4963. Etna Farmers Market. Fresh food, music. artisans & family fun. 4:30-6:30pm, thru Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Pathway To Health Workshop; Dunsmuir. Facilitator

Michelle O’Gorman presents a weekly workshop focusing on chronic disease self-management. Ages 18+. 10am-12pm, thru 9/25. Free. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multidiscipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F/Sat, 12:30-2:30pm, F 3-4:30pm. $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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1st Friday Festival At Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. This special festival features “Edible Pedal” Bike Kitchen with a guest chef, kid activities, info on growing your own food, nutrition education & local food resources. EBT accepted. 2-7pm, year-round. CARD Community Park, 1010 Cleveland Ave. (530)680-3217. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Th/F, 10:30am-12pm. $6/hr drop-in or $4/hr w/class card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. Bluegrass/Americana performed by Mossy Creek & sponsored by Madison Bear Garden. Pick up a bite at one of the downtown eateries & then head to Downtown Chico City Plaza. All ages. 7-8:30pm.

Broadway between 4th & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. Parent supervision required. All ages; under 3yrs must wear 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, for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fridays,10am-12pm. $10 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. La Leche League offers mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Children welcome. 1st Friday, 10-11:30am. Free. Meet in the nursery at Bidwell Presbyterian Church, 208 West First St. (530)591-9191. Paula Poundstone Performance; Chico. Poundstone is applauded for her spontaneity & wry sense of humor, both of which have made her a fan favorite on NPR’s “Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me.” All ages. 7:30pm. $18-$34. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-6333. Storytime & 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. Enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. 7-10:30pm. $6.25-$6.50, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Toddler Storytime At Chico Library. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with 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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Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. T/ Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser; Redding. An evening of family fun, raffles for great prizes, DJ music, performances, & a delicious meal to benefit the Shasta Senior Nutrition Program. Drive through & take-out meals avail. 5-8pm. $10/adults, $5/child. 100 Mercy Oaks Dr. (530)226-3060. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes & ages welcome. $60/year membership, races Tue ($5) & Fri ($10), 6-7pm, weather permitting. Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)2094198. Chinese Storytime At Redding Library. Monthly bilingual (Mandarin & English) storytime with songs & craft. 1st Friday. All ages. Free. 11:30am. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. 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. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes 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. First Fridays At Turtle Bay; Redding. Meet local scientists who share their work through hands-on activities & conversation. Explore science through activities such as making Flubber & learning about erosion at the stream table. $5/adults, free for children 17 & under & members. 5-8pm. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Tu/Th, 8:309:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $4/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kid’s Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting between 11am-8pm. Specialty paints, stamps, stencils & sponges available to help create a work of ceramic art. Studio fee: $3.50/child, $4.50/ teens & adults; (plus cost of pottery). 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Music Adventures; Redding. Students are introduced to instruments & music appreciation in a fun setting. Parent involvement required. Ages 9 mo-4yrs. 9/5-26, 9:30-10am. Enterprise Community Room, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 7+, 5-6pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Pajama Party Sewing Workshop; Redding. Students make a pair of pajama pants! A fun evening that includes party snacks. Beginners welcome. Limited to 10 students. Ages 8-18. 6-9pm. $25. Chilton’s Quilting & Sewing Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)221-1922. 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, Sat 9-midnight. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. Sundial Bridge Tour; Redding. Join Turtle Bay Museum educators for a free interpretive tour of the bridge. Learn about its building, how it works, & hear stories from people involved in the project, including the inspiration of its architect Santiago Calatrava. Fri & Sat, 10am. Free. Meet at the bridge’s south end. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Youth Ballet Class Series; Redding. Coordination, listening skills, flexibility, & musicality are taught through games & fun activities. Basic ballet technique & vocabulary, & basic acrobatic skills are introduced. Ages 5-12. 9/5-11/13, 10-11am. $70/8 weeks. Teen

Center, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Moonlight Kayak Program; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. 7pm, 9/3-7, by reservation; call soon, dates fill fast. See the 3rd. Pickleball Open Play; Redding. This racquet sport is played with a hard paddle & a whiffleball. Beginners welcome. M-Sat: 8-10am (hot weather); 9-11am (cool weather). Free. See the 2nd.

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Our Town Play; Weed. The New Frontier Theatre Company presents this critically acclaimed play by Thornton Wilder. 7pm. $12/general, $10/seniors/ students. COS Ford Theater, 800 College Ave. (530)232-5431. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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Barefoot In The Park Play; Chico. This Neil Simon comedy is loaded with laughs & love. The story takes place in a New York City apartment & explores the relationship between Paul, a conservative young lawyer, & his vivacious wife, Corrie. 7:30pm. $12-$20. Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282. Build Your Own Worm Bin Workshop; Durham. Learn about vermicomposting & its benefits for your garden; create a functioning worm bin with worm residents to take home. All ages. 1st Saturday, 10am. Mention North State Parent for special cost of $35 (normally $50), pre-reg. The Worm Farm, 9033 Esquon Rd. (530)894-1276. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (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.

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Early Childhood Services • 43 Hilltop Drive, Redding (530) 225-2999 • www.shastacoe.org/preschool

The annual Chico World Music Festival starts with a shake-your-hips bang during its Friday evening kickoff event featuring the world fusion sounds of Funkadesi. Saturday offers music, food and artistic activities for all ages, and includes the popular Kids Stage. See the 12th and 13th (Butte County).

$5/hr or $65/mo all-gym pass (includes classes). 10am-12pm. 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Chico Palio; Chico. The kick-off event for Artoberfest, arts, culture & nonprofits to come together to celebrate community. Instead of racing real horses, community members create & race horse sculptures made of papier-mache, recycled materials & more. Free music, dance, art, food & info about Artoberfest. 12-5pm. Bidwell Park, One-Mile & Sycamore Field. (530)228-2860. Chico Rockstars Fall Open House; Chico. Come to this family-friendly event to meet the Chico Rockstars teaching staff, hear live music, & enjoy free pizza, fruit & drinks. Ages 0-18. 11am-2pm. Free. Redwood Towers, 932 W 8th Ave. (530)809-4932. Concours d’Elegance; Chico. 2014 Theme: Show Cars of Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow. A 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. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. Bring the whole family for a fun time with family music & a great price! 6:30-9pm. $14/family of four (addi-

tional members +$2.50); skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Home Depot Kids Workshop; Chico & Oroville. Kids build or create a project & learn do-it-yourself skills & tool safety. Upon completion, they receive a certificate, apron & pin. Ages 5-12. 1st Saturday, 9am-12pm. Free. Chico: 2580 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)342-0477; Oroville: 2150 3rd St. (530)538-0521. 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. 9-11:30am. Adults only. $35/person, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Japanese Storytime; Chico. Monthly program features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai (“paper-theater”), & Japanese songs & crafts. 1pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids do a fun craft while parents shop. Ages 3 & up. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864.

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Preschoolers and infants are welcome to join in the fun that’s happening every Monday in Red Bluff at Playtime Pals Playgroups. See the 8th. (Tehama Co.) Photo: Pam Newman.

Love On The Rocks 5K & 10K Team Challenge; Chico. Grab a friend, a loved one or a neighbor & come run North Rim Trail. The run is tough & everyone will do better with a partner. All ages. 8am. $35-$65. Five Mile Recreation Area, Centennial Ave. (530)966-3241. 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. Red, White & Blue Collar Country Music Festival; Chico. Features national & homegrown country music artists, & entertainment for all ages. Food, vendors, games, Kid Zone with face painting, bounce houses & activities. Supports local Boys & Girls Clubs. Gates open 3pm, music starts 4pm. $20/adult, $10/child (ages 6-12). 1705 Manzanita Place. (925)575-7496. Roo’s Zoo Kids’ Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a specially designed session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome too. 10am-12pm. $5.75/child or $25/6 weeks, includes quad skate rental; parents skate half price. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Teichert Ponds Hike; Chico. Tour Teichert Ponds, Chico’s “accidental wetland.” While hardly a pristine area, the Ponds provide a valuable habitat in the midst of an urban area. All ages. 10-11:30am $10/ adult, $5/child; meeting location provided with registration. (530)891-4671. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with 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.

from one to the next. All ages. 1-4pm. $20; bring bike, helmet, swimwear, towel, goggles, running clothes & shoes, sunscreen, water & snack. Meet at Caldwell Park Teen Center, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Charlie Rabbit & His Friends Gardening Program; Redding. Join Charlie, Turtle Bay’s adorable jackrabbit puppet, for an interactive program in the Gardens. For children, their siblings, parents & grandparents. Wear your favorite gardening clothes. 10:30am. Free w/ park admission. West Garden Entrance (on rainy days in Greenhouse), 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Chef At The Market; Redding. A fun, free cooking demo features Wes Matthews from Senor Rosas.

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Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. T/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. $5/2-hr session. All ages. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Art Classes: “Godzilla’s in Town!”; Redding. Explore line, shape, color, value, perspective & narrative in a variety of 2-D media in two Saturday art classes (9/6 & 9/20). Ages 6 & up. 10-11am. $30/2 classes. Private, after-school & daytime classes also available, M-F. Blue Giraffe Studio, 4287 Spicewood Dr. (530)776-5788. Caldwell Park Triathlon Prep Camp; Redding. In this preparation for the park’s triathlon on 9/13, coaches teach fundamentals of biking, running & swimming long distances as well as transitioning

9:30-11am. Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)638-7177. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoying creative fun together. 5-8pm. $3/couple studio fee + cost of ceramics. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Diving For Answers; Redding. In this interactive, up-close experience, Watch a diver in Turtle Bay Exploration Park’s visible river tank. Hear him talk while under water; watch him hand-feed the fish. Ask questions about what it’s like to dive. 2:30pm. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Tu/Th, 8:309:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $4/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym For Kids; Redding. Older children practice & have fun using trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Supervised free play. Ages 5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. $7/ child. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Gardening For Kids Class; Redding. Hands-on gardening is the perfect way for kids to get out & get their hands dirty. Kids will plant, tend & harvest fresh produce, & prepare & taste the fruits of their labor. Sat, 9/6-27, 12-1pm. $25. Enterprise Community Room, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Home Depot Kids Workshop; Redding. Ages 5-12 build a project while learning do-it-yourself skills & tool safety. They take home their project, a certificate of achievement, apron & pin, plus a sense of pride & accomplishment. 1st Saturday, 9am-12pm. Free. 1200 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-1313. Honey Bee Festival; Palo Cedro. Celebrate bees at the 34th annual festival. Arts & crafts booths, local food vendors, entertainment, kid’s fun center, vintage tractors, bee beard exhibit, American Honey Queen & more. Fun & entertainment for the whole family! All

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ages. 8:30am-5pm (pancake breakfast at 8am). Free, parking by donation. Bishop Quinn, 21893 Old 44. (530)547-3676. Jr. Volleyball Camp; Redding. The focus of this camp for grades 1-3 is on volleyball basics & beginning skills, as well as court awareness, positions, court rotation & game rules. Sat 9/6-27, 9-11am. $35, includes t-shirt. Juniper School Gym, 375 Ellis St. (530)225-4095. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids make fun craft while parents shop. Ages 3 & up. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000 sq. ft. fully-matted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. Two age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome) 11am-12pm, $5/child. Ages 7+: 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. 7:30am-12pm, thru 12/20. Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. $15, 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, Sat 9-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. Moonlight Kayak Program; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. 7pm, 9/3-7, by reservation; call soon, dates fill fast. See the 3rd. Pickleball Open Play; Redding. This racquet sport is played with a hard paddle & a whiffleball. Beginners welcome. M-Sat: 8-10am (hot weather); 9-11am (cool weather). Free. See the 2nd. Sundial Bridge Tours; Redding. Join Turtle Bay Museum educators for a free interpretive tour of the bridge. See the 5th.

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Roller Derby Fundraiser For CASA; Mt. Shasta. Cheer on the players in an exciting bout between Siskiyou County's Jefferson State Roller Derby & Medford's Sis-Q Rollerz; raises funds for CASA of Siskiyou County, helping abused & neglected children. Doors open 5:30pm; Begins 6pm. Adult tix $10 adv/$12 door; Students $5; child 10 & under free. Siskiyou Ice Rink, Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr., Mt. Shasta. (530)925-1385. Children’s Playgroup; Dunsmuir. Join this fun social gathering for kids & parents offered by the Dunsmuir Community Resource Center. Includes art projects, snacks, story time & games. Ages 0-13. 3-4:30pm. Free. Faith House, 5964 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Our Town Play; Weed. The New Frontier Theatre Company presents this critically acclaimed play by Thornton Wilder. 7pm. $12/general, $10 seniors & students. COS Ford Theater, 800 College Ave. (530)232-5431. North State Skate Series; Mt. Shasta. Fun 4-parks competition for skateboarders. Includes prizes, drawings, & music. A great family event. Watch some of the best skaters in the North State. Ages 5 & up. 10am-7pm. $15/per site or $50/4-part series. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)605-5193. Shasta Disabled Sports Kangaroo Lake Camping Trip; Gazelle. Deep blue & nestled in the Klamath Mountains, Kangaroo Lake offers tranquility & fun to the outdoor enthusiast with special needs. Enjoy fishing, boating, swimming or just lounging in the sun. Meals provided, starting with Sat. lunch. 11am 9/6, to 2pm 9/7. Free, must pre-reg. (530)925-1531.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER TEHAMA COUNTY

Crawdad Festival; Corning. Enjoy all-you-can-eat crawdads & live music at this fun annual festival. Ages 21+. 11am-8pm. $20/person. Rolling Hills Casino, 2655 Everett Freeman Way. (530)528-3576. Frontier Village Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market features locally grown products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs, & artisan food products & crafts. 9am-1pm, rain or shine. 645 Antelope Blvd. (530)526-2843. Home Depot Kids Workshop; Red Bluff. Have fun building a project. Kids learn do-it-yourself skills & tool safety, take home their craft, a certificate of achievement, apron & pin, & gain a sense of pride & accomplishment. Ages 5-12. 1st Saturday, 9am-12pm. Free. 2650 Main St. (530)528-8579. Red Bluff Chamber’s Certified Farmers Market. Visit the farmer’s “Market by the River” offered every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/27. Red Bluff City Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Tehama County Museum Jubilee; Tehama. The 33rd annual jubilee includes a Lassen Trail exhibit, crafters & artisan fair, vintage truck display, live entertainment, raffle prizes, & more. All ages. 8am-3pm. Free. Tehama County Museum, 275 C St. (530)384-2595. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multidiscipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F/Sat, 12:30-2:30pm, F 3-4:30pm. See the 4th.

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Electric &H ybrid Vehicle Show; Ashland, OR. See the future of transportation! 10am-4pm at ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum, 1500 E. Main St. (541)482-6767.

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Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tuesday practices, 5:30-7pm ($3); Racing Thursdays, 6-7pm & Sundays, 4-5pm ($3-$10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269.

SHASTA COUNTY

Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Watch native fish in the aquarium zigzag, wiggle & play with their food at feeding time. All ages. Daily, 10:30am. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Museum aquarium, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Honey Bee Festival; Palo Cedro. Celebrate bees at the 34th annual festival. Arts & crafts booths, local food vendors, entertainment, kid’s fun center, vintage tractors, bee beard exhibit, American Honey Queen & more. Fun & entertainment for the whole family! All ages. 8:30am-4pm (pancake breakfast at 8am). Free, parking by donation. Bishop Quinn, 21893 Old 44. (530)547-3676. Star Party At Whiskeytown National Recreation Area; Whiskeytown. Experience the night sky & explore celestial marvels. Join the Shasta Astronomy Club for an evening of observation. They provide telescopes & binoculars. All ages. 8pm-midnight, weather-permitting. Free. Mt. Shasta Mine Loop trailhead parking lot. (530)246-1225. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Turtle Bay Farmers Market; Redding. Wide selection of local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. 8am-12pm, thru 10/19. Sundial Bridge parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100.

Moonlight Kayak Program Final Day; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. 7pm, 9/3-7, by reservation; call soon, dates fill fast. 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 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo-2yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy stories, fingerplays & playtime. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. 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 or $500/team, includes fees, carts & BBQ lunch. Riverview Golf & Country Club, 4200 Bechelli Ln. (530)243-8850. Golf Lessons; Redding. SNAG (Starting New At Golf) is all about having fun & learning the basics of golf (putting, chipping, pitching & driving). 4-7yrs: M/T 5-6pm; 8-12yrs: M/T, 6-7pm. 4 classes: 9/8-9/16 or 9/22-9/30. $38. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. 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. Kids Cooking; Redding. In this hands-on class, children chop, measure, taste their creations & clean up - all part of the cooking experience. Ages 5-10. Mondays, 3-4pm. $20/month (Y members free reg +$1 materials fee), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Memorable Monday 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. 11am-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638.

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. Music By The Mountain Festival; Mt. Shasta. This 10th annual concert features celebrated baritone Stephen Salters singing classical, Broadway & contemporary works. Tickets avail at the door or in advance at Mt. Shasta’s Village Bookstore. All ages. 4pm. $20/general, $5/student. Mt Shasta Seventh Day Adventist Church, Hwy 89 at I-5. (530)926-4313.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class. This parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Emphasis is on fun! Ages 1-2. Mon, 11am & Thu, 3:30pm. $5/ class, $20/5 classes; 1st class free. 932 W 8th Ave. (530)809-4932. Hike The Ridge; Paradise. Hike leader Wade Killingsworth shares his extensive knowledge of the flora, fauna, history & geology of the area. Itinerary is avail. at the Paradise Recreation & Park District office. Call for info & to register. 6pm. $25/person, includes handouts & map. (530)872-6393. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. M/Tu, 10:30am-12pm. $6/hr drop-in or $4/hr w/class card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Music & Me; Redding. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression, & skill development through hands-on learning. Incorporates movement while introducing music to children. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed 9-10am. $20/mo (Y Members free), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your skills, or have fun watching your child run, jump & tumble. Safe, supervised & fun gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: “Tiny tots” ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 7+, 7-8pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Youth Volleyball League; Redding. Sign up now. Practices: 4/5th grade league: M/W, 9/8-9/24 6-7:30pm. 6/8th grade league: T/TH, 9/9-9/25. 6-7:30pm. Games on Sats 10/4-10/25. 8am-1pm. $60, includes team t-shirt. Alta Mesa Gym, 2301 Saturn Skyway. (530)225-4095. After-School Sewing Club; Redding. Sewing class for beginning & intermediate students, ages 8-18. Meets weekly for 4 weeks; choose M, T, W or Th, 3:30-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, meats, honey, prepared foods (delicious baked items, tamales). 3:30-6pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. This parentorganized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks & field trips. A great way for children to socialize with kids their age & for parents to visit with other local parents. Ages 0-5. 10-11:30am. Free. First Church of the Nazarene (enter from Cedar St. parking lot), 900 Johnson St. (530)921-2760.

Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class. Fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. Ages 3-4. 2pm. See the 2nd. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. Playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. See the 2nd. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

“Get Out More” Tour From Backpacker Magazine; Redding. Join Backpacker Magazine’s Kim Dinan & Brian Patton for an engaging 75-minute seminar full of trail-tested tips & regional trip advice. Check out the latest gear & apparel & win outdoor gear. All ages. 6:30pm. Free. Redding Sports LTD, 950 Hilltop Dr. (530)221-7333. Grief: The Journey Of Healing; Redding. Special program presented to honor the healing process. Evening of music, contemplation & personal grief processing. All ages. 7-8:30pm. Free. Mercy Oaks, 100 Mercy Oaks Rd. (530)243-8862. Haven Humane Society’s 2nd Tuesday Dinner Club; Redding. Enjoy dining out & a portion of the night’s proceeds go directly to the society. Tonight: Nelo’s hosts the dinner. All ages. 5-9pm. Call for info. (530)241-5262. National Acrobats Of The People’s Republic Of China; Redding. Experience a colorful night filled with spectacular acrobats & contortionists who seemingly

defy gravity & the limits of human anatomy. 7:30pm. $18-$39. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Sewing Class; Redding. Students learn the basics of sewing including the basics of sewing machine use, pattern reading, & making a project each week. Materials will need to be purchased prior to class. For teens & adults. M, 9/9-10/24, 3:30-5:30pm. $42/ session. Chilton’s Quilting & Sewing Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)225-4095. Youth Rugby Class; Redding. In this non-tackle format participants learn the game of rugby & develop skills in ball handling, passing, kicking, defensive play & strategies. Grades K-12. T/Th sessions 9/9-10/2 & 10/7-30, 6:30-7:30pm. $25/session, including a t-shirt; pre-reg required. Enterprise Park South Field, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. See the 2nd. Story Time; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at a weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5. 10am. See the 2nd. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Teen members help choose books & give their input about activities & library policies that affect teens. See the 2nd.

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TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. 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. (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 Storytime At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. The Mom Spot; Paradise. A place for mothers of preschool age children to connect. Includes speaker, craft, breakfast, & free onsite childcare. 2nd & 4th Tuesday. For ages 0-5 & mothers of preschoolers. 9-11:30am. Annual $10 reg fee, thru May. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd. (530)877-7069. Becoming A Love & Logic Parent; Chico. Today’s topic: Decision Making. Love & Logic is a practical, no-nonsense approach to parenting. Free, drop-in okay. Tues, 6-9pm, thru 9/23. See the 2nd. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Becoming A New Parent. Parents w/babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. 10:30am-12pm. Free if you delivered at Enloe; or $15/class. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/

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WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Adoptive Parents Support Group; Paradise. Are you an adoptive parent? Parents of all forms of adoption are invited to meet other adoptive parents to share support & encouragement. 2nd Wednesday, 9:30-11:30am. Free. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6241 Skyway. (530)879-3861. Babies Love Books; Chico. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger. 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Oroville Hospital Community Farmers Market. Fresh, delicious locally grown vegetables. Cooking demos. Most vendors accept EBT & WIC. 10am-2pm, thru Sept. South Lawn, 2767 Olive Hwy. (530)532-8318. Storytime At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories, & craft. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Nature Fun Activities; Chico. Ages 2-5 & their parents enjoy fun hands-on activities that involve nature. 10:30am-12pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Grocery Store Tours; Redding. CalFresh recipients are invited to take a grocery store tour to learn how to maximize their food budget. Receive $10 of free groceries, prizes & more; by pre-reg. 10am-12pm. Safeway at 2275 Pine St., or Food Maxx at 1330 Churn Creek Rd. (530)440-9257. Special Education Community Meeting; Redding. Shasta County Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education invites interested parents, teachers, students, community members & anyone who has an interest in special education to attend. 2nd Wednesday 5:30-7:30pm. Free. Shasta SELPA Conference Room, 1524 Magnolia Ave. (530)945-2706. Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children. 6-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the children’s storyroom. See the 3rd.

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Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Yreka Farmers Market. Farm fresh produce, local honey, crafts & more. 11am-2pm, thru mid-Oct. 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Farmers Market & Summer Concert; Red Bluff. Wednesday Night Market downtown with live music every week. 5-8pm, thru 9/10. 633 Washington. (530)527-6220.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Oroville. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, training for better self-care, & resources. 2nd Thursday, 11am-1pm. Greater Oroville Family Resource Center, 1720 Daryl Porter Way. (530)809-0444. Circle Time; Chico. Creative parent-child activities include songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. Ages infants & preschoolers; siblings welcome. 9:15-10am. Free, limited space, call to reserve your spot. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, nuts, honey, delicious foods, local artisans, kid zone, local entertainers & performers, & more. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Preschool Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Barefoot In The Park Play; Chico. This Neil Simon comedy is loaded with laughs & love. 7:30pm. See the 6th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 4th. Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 11am & Thu, 3:30pm. See the 4th. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 5th. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise Library. Bring your knit & crochet projects. All ages.12pm. Free. See the 4th. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 4th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts. 7:30am-1pm, thru 10/30, 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 titled, “Three Cheers for Tacky.” Come cheer with these delightful girls & enjoy coloring & crafts. Take home a book to keep from First 5 Shasta. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Barnesklubb: Scandinavian Youth Club; Redding. The club explores Scandinavia’s culture & language. Activities include traditional handcrafts, music, folk dance, history, folk tales & sports. All ages. 2nd Thursday, 3-4:30pm. Free; by pre-reg, call for info. Redding Library Children’s Area, 1100 Parkview Ave. (541)388-5004. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the fun with stories, songs, & games too! 10am. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Scooterville Social; Redding. Bring your ride & hang out with other motor scooter enthusiasts at this monthly gathering. All ages. 2nd Thursday, 6:30pm. Location varies, call for info. (530)604-6020. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See

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the 2nd. Little Explorers: All About Fish; Redding. Learn about fish & the water they live in with activities & stories for 2-5 year-olds & their caregivers. See the 4th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-8: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 4th. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. 4-5pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce, live music, crafts & prepared foods. 3:306:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. (between Dunsmuir & Shasta Ave. next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)235-4963. Etna Farmers Market. Fresh food, music. artisans & family fun. 4:30-6:30pm, thru Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 4th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Pathway To Health Workshop; Dunsmuir. Facilitator Michelle O’Gorman presents a weekly workshop focusing on chronic disease self-management. See the 4th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. Year-round market featuring a fruit & vegetable store, & urban farm. EBT accepted. Summer hours 3-7pm; winter hours 2-5:30pm beginning Oct . CARD Community Park, 1010 Cleveland Ave. (530)680-3217. Chico World Music Festival Kickoff: Funkadesi. Funkadesi brings a positive musical message of “one world − one music” to the 21st Chico World Music Festival. This multi-cultural group of musicians mixes reggae, Indian ragas, and Latin & African rhythms with funk & soul. All ages. 7:30pm. $10-$16. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium, 1st St. & Normal Ave. (530)898-6333. Downtown Chico’s Final Friday Night Concert; Chico. Enjoy the last concert of the season. Pick up a bite to eat then head to Downtown Chico City Plaza to listen to blues & soul performed by Sapphire Soul. All ages. 7-8:30pm. Broadway between 4th & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Karaoke At Durham Library. Bring the family for karaoke fun. Refreshments served. All ages welcome. 2nd Friday, 6pm. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Organ Recital: Glorious Duet; Chico. Organists Marian Metson & Rex Rellanka perform a variety of music on the grand centennial organ, including pieces by Charles Ives, Beethoven, John Rutter, J. S. Bach, & others. All ages. 7:30pm. Free. Harlen Adams Stage, 400 W 1st St, Performing Arts Center 144. (530)898-5739. Storytime & 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.

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SHASTA COUNTY

Alive After Five Art Night; Redding. Relax & unwind with refreshments & desserts while painting with family & friends. 2nd Friday, 5-8pm. $3 studio fee per painter. Call to reserve a table. All Fired Up, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Roses & Rust Evening Soirée; Redding. An opportunity to view, shop & enjoy refreshments with a portion of the proceeds going to KIXE-TV. 4-8pm. $15, includes entry to Saturday’s Roses & Rust “Marché du Printemps” market. Shasta District Fairgrounds, 1890 Briggs St. (530)356-7480. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30am. 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 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 5th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Kid’s Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11am-8pm. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. See the 5th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. See the 5th. Sundial Bridge Tours; Redding. Join Turtle Bay Museum educators for a free interpretive tour of the bridge. See the 5th.

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Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. 7-10:30pm. $6.25-$6.50, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Toddler Storytimes At Chico Library. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Barefoot In The Park Play; Chico. This Neil Simon comedy is loaded with laughs & love. 7:30pm. See the 6th. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 5th. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. See the 5th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 5th.

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Korean Thanksgiving; Mt. Shasta. Celebrate “Chuseok” with the Mount Shasta Martial Arts Program. Try delicious Korean food & watch martial arts action. 6pm. Suggested donation: $8, benefits Senior Nutrition Program. Please RSVP by calling. 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. McCloud Mountain Bluegrass Event; McCloud. Free 2-day event features wonderful music, workshops & more, with breathtaking views of Mt. Shasta as a natural backdrop. Tonight enjoy open jamming (join in, or just listen) from 6-10pm on Main Street, in front of the McCound Heritage Junction Museum. (530)964-3113. Movement & Music Class; Mt. Shasta. Lively parent-participation class encourages singing, rhythm, coordination & dance. Children learn musical tunes & play little instruments. Babies-4yrs. 10:30-11:30am, thru 10/17. $26/series, $10/drop in. Pre-reg by phone or in person at the Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center. Held at Mt. Shasta Martial Arts, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2309. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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

TRINITY COUNTY

Aarun Carter & Jonathon Traywick In Concert; Weaverville. Special kick-off to the Sept. 14 Weaverville Open Fiddle Contest. National Champion fiddler Aarun Carter & renowned guitarist Jonathan Trawick take you back to a time when the chuck wagon was in heavy demand & fiddles offered a serene oasis treasured by all within earshot. All ages. $10/person. Trinity Alps Performing Arts Center, 101 Arbuckle Court. (530)623-7105.

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Bidwell Bump Mountain Bike Races; Chico. Community event for all ages - a great family experience. Opportunities for novice riders as well as technically challenging rides for advanced riders. Free flat-course Kids’ race (3 age categories), 11am. Race-day reg 7am. Post-race festivities 1:30pm. Info at Bidwell Bump website. Bidwell Park's Five Mile Recreation Area. 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 Sts. (530)893-FARM. Chico World Music Festival; Chico. This free event is an annual CSU. Chico tradition, offering a wide range of music artists & a popular Kids Stage. Includes free art classes, crafts, food & more. 10am-6pm. All ages. Free. Laxson Auditorium, Ruth Rowland Taylor Theater, & lawns, 1st St. & Normal Ave. (530)898-6333. Critters In The Creek Preschool Workshop; Chico. Ages 3-5 discover a water-world of amazing creatures. There are slippery fish, dragons & damsels, masked bandits & more. Come prepared to have fun & get wet. 11am-12pm. $12/child, with supervising adult. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th St. (530)891-4671. Days Of Living History Event; Paradise. Experience life as it was from 1850-1950 on the Paradise Ridge. Fun 2-day event provides fun hands-on activities & demos that delight & educate the whole family. 10am. Call for costs. Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. (530)872-8722. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids do a fun craft while parents shop. Ages 3 & up. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. 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. Spanish Storytime; Chico. Monthly storytime features stories, songs & a craft for all ages, in Spanish. 2pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. ‘Tween Movie Night At Durham Library. Tweens are invited to enjoy a free movie every 2nd Saturday at the library. 6-9pm. Ages 10-13, signed parental permission slip required. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Barefoot In The Park Play; Chico. This Neil Simon comedy is loaded with laughs & love. 7:30pm. See the 6th. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 6th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 6th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under. 10am-12pm. See the 6th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 5th.

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

Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. See the 6th.

SHASTA COUNTY

2nd Saturday Bird Walk; Redding. Stroll through Turtle Bay with bird expert Dan Greaney of Wintu Audubon Society to observe, identify & learn about birds. For teens & adults. 2nd Saturdays, 9-11am. Free, binoculars & field guides provided … & explained! Turtle Bay Monolith. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)276-9693. Caldwell Park Triathlon; Redding. Competitors are put to the test in swimming, biking & running. Ages 5 & up. Age divisions: 5-8, 9-12, 13-16, 17+yrs. $25 early reg, $45 late reg; participants receive t-shirt & gift bag. Meet at Caldwell Park, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Chef At The Market; Redding. A fun, free cooking demo features Guenn Johnsen-Gentry from Clementine Cooks. 9:30-11am. Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)638-7177. Costume Sewing Class; Redding. Students will make a costume for Halloween or other events. Choose from several patterns. Ages 8-18; beginning students welcome. 10am-2pm. $32/class, reg early, limited to 8 students. Chilton’s Quilting & Sewing Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)221-1922. Family 2nd Saturday: Grossology; Redding. Join Turtle Bay’s educators & learn about the “gross” side of science, from scat & scavengers to polymers & plankton. Activities are messy, fun & full of surprises.10am-1pm at the Sundial Bridge North Plaza, & 1-4pm at the museum. Bridge activities free; museum activities free w/admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Museum, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids make fun craft while parents shop. Ages 3 & up. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514.

Kidz Nite Out At Galaxy Gymnastics; Redding. Do your kids need something to do tonight? Galaxy provides a great space for kids to have fun tumbling, playing & moving. Ages 4-14. 7-10:30pm. $15/child. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496. Parent’s Night Out; Anderson. Parents can treat themselves to a night out & their kids will have fun too! 5-9pm. $10/child. Adventure Recreation Center, 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am-12pm, thru 12/20. Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. River Fun Mud Run!; Anderson. Follow a scenic 5K trail or tackle the 10K course through obstacles & mud pits along the Sacramento River. A spectacular event for the whole family, includes kids free mud puddle area, vendors, music, prizes, Disneyland & Pier 39 raffle & more. $30-$75. Reg 8am, run begins at 9am; pre-reg online. Anderson River Park, 2800 Rupert Rd. (530)244-7194. Roses & Rust Vintage Home & Garden Market; Redding. Showcases 85 vendors offering treasures for both home & garden, including salvaged & upcycled furniture, décor, jewelry, clothing, workshops, demos & more. 9am-5pm. $6 entry. Shasta District Fairgrounds, 1890 Briggs St. (530)356-7480. Safe Haven Horse Rescue’s Volunteer Work Day & Lunch; Cottonwood. Meet rescued horses & learn about the ranch. Help brush, groom, clean water barrels & pens, organize & clean tack & tack room, & more. Lunch served. 2nd Saturday. 9am-3pm. 3950 W. Anderson Rd. (530)347-4941. TEDxRedding Salon; Redding. Pack a picnic dinner & come enjoy a night at the big screen as Turtle Bay partners with TEDxRedding to host an exciting evening of videos offering “ideas worth sharing.” Bring a chair. Free. 7-9pm. Quarry Patio (just inside the East

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Gate). Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. See the 6th. Diving For Answers; Redding. Watch the diver in the visible river tank in an interactive, up-close experience. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym For Kids; Redding. Ages 5-14. 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 6th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000 sq. ft. fully-matted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. See the 6th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. See the 5th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 6th. Sundial Bridge Tours; Redding. Join Turtle Bay Museum educators for a free interpretive tour of the bridge. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Ballroom & Latin Dance Class & Practice Party; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dances from pro instructors then practice at a dance party. All ages & levels. 7-10pm, 2nd & 4th Saturdays. $5/youth, $7/adult or $10/lesson & dance. Mt. Shasta City Park’s Dudes & Daises Bldg. 1350 Nixon Rd. (415)215-2652. McCloud Mountain Bluegrass Event; McCloud.This free 2-day event features a concert headlined by Paige Anderson & The Fearless Kin, 5 music workshops, vendors, BBQ, dessert sale, raffle, & open jamming, all with Mt. Shasta as a natural backdrop. 12-7pm at Hoo Hoo Park, 405 E Colombero Dr. (530)964-3113. Children’s Playgroup; Dunsmuir. Join this fun social gathering for kids & parents offered by the Dunsmuir Community Resource Center. 3-4:30pm. See the 6th.

SOUTHERN OREGON

Star Wars Weekend, Ashland, OR. Become one with the force(s) & explore the reaches of the universe as you complete your training. 9/13-14. ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum, 1500 E. Main St. (541)482-6767.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Frontier Village Farmers Market; Red Bluff. 9am-1pm. See the 6th. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multidiscipline classes/studio session for all ages. Th/F/ Sat, 12:30-2:30pm & F 3-4:30pm. See the 4th. Red Bluff Chamber’s Certified Farmers Market. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/27. See the 6th.

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Weaverville Open Fiddle & Piano Contest. Enjoy this all day old-time fiddle & piano contest featuring dozens of the best fiddlers from throughout California, Oregon & Nevada. All ages & levels compete in fiddle, twin fiddle, flatpick & piano. Enjoy impromptu jamming too. All ages. 9:30am-8:30pm. $8/person, $12/couple, $15/family. Trinity Alps Performing Arts Center, 101 Arbuckle Court. (530)623-7105.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Days Of Living History Event; Paradise. Experience life as it was from 1850-1950 on the Paradise Ridge. Fun 2-day event provides hands-on activities & demos that delight & educate the whole family. 10am. Call for costs. Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. (530)872-8722. Taste Of Chico. Enjoy fabulous fare from the finest local & regional restaurants. Downtown streets are filled with entertainment, arts & culture, a massive kid zone, & more! 12-4pm. $15-$30 Downtown Chico, Main & Broadway, between 1st & 4th Sts. (530)345-6500. Barefoot In The Park Play; Chico. This Neil Simon comedy is loaded with laughs & love. Today 2pm matinee. See the 6th.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Intro To Stand Up Paddleboard; Whiskeytown. Curriculum is designed to introduce & expose participants to sufficient skills & knowledge to enjoy the sport of SUP. Calm & flat water setting. Ages 12 & up. 10am-4pm. $80, with parking fee. Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, Whiskey Creek Boat Launch, 14412 Kennedy Memorial Dr. (530)225-4095. Redding Home School Network’s Not Back To School Picnic; Anderson. Homeschooling families & those interested are invited to a fun potluck picnic. Network with others in the homeschooling community; share info about local activities, classes & events. Bring a dish to share plus beverages for your family. 11am. Anderson River Park, 2800 Rupert Rd. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. 10:30am. See the 7th. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm. See the 7th. Turtle Bay Farmers Market; Redding. Wide selection of local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. 8am-12pm. See the 7th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Card-Making Workshop; Mt. Shasta. Learn how to make 4 different styles of cards using a variety of tools & materials. Leave with beautiful handmade cards, including optional Autumn-themed cards. 1-4pm. $12, supplies included; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296.

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SISKIYOU COUNTY

Fairy Clothing & Accessories Workshop; Mt. Shasta. Make a fairy with special fairy clothing & accessories. Eve Care will facilitate this fascinating workshop on the world of fairies. 4-6pm. $12/ person; pre-reg req. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, meats, honey, prepared foods (delicious baked items, tamales). 3:30-6pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parent organized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks, & field trips. 10-11:30am. See the 8th.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico. Orland and Hamilton City children ages 0-7, and pregnant women, will find full-service, non-surgical dental care available aboard the Mobile Dental Clinic. See the Special Events section.

Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; build a supportive network & share. Children welcome, homework help & childcare provided. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm.

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MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Lyme Disease Support Group; Chico. Free monthly group for those suffering with Lyme disease, & their family/friends & caregivers. All ages. 3rd Monday, 5:30-7pm. Independent Living Services of Northern California, 1161 East Ave. (530)891-8204. Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 11am & Thu, 3:30pm. See the 4th. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo-2yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy stories, fingerplays & playtime. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Line Dancing Class Series; Redding. Anyone can line dance! Beginner thru intermediate classes on Mondays, 9/15-10/20. Beginner: 5:45-6:30pm; High Beginner: 6:45-7:45pm; Intermediate: 8-9pm. For teens & adults. $39/6 weeks ($68/2 levels); $45/7 weeks ($80/2 levels). Sr. Citizens Hall, 2290 Benton Dr. (530)225-4095. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11am-5pm. See the 8th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your skills, or have fun

September 26-27!

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Friday, Sept. 26 6pm-9pm - Feather River Nature Center Dinner & Dance at its new location on the levee at Salmon Court. Tickets at Oroville Chamber of Commerce at 538-2542.!

Saturday, Sept. 27!

9am-3pm - Fish Hatchery - Breakfast, FREE tours, fish viewing, kids activities, harvesting of salmon! 10am-4pm - ODBA Street Faire - kids activities, food, music, crafts and commercial vendors! 10am-6pm - Bounty of Butte County NEW date & location - Local food expo with cooking demos FREE to attend; tasting tickets 538-2542. ! 10am-6pm - Salmon Court - non-stop entertainment, beer & wine garden, gourmet salmon and foods, nonprofit alley and art exhibits.! 10am-6pm - Oroville Hospital Health Fair featuring flu shots, cholesterol, heart and well-being check-ups.!

ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x119. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Offers mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Children welcome. 3rd Tuesday, 10-11:30am. Free. Held in private homes. Locations change periodically. For meeting info, call (530)514-1313. National Acrobats Of The People’s Republic of China; Chico. The acrobatic diplomacy of the company has taken it around the world to over 70 countries. Their new performance, Cirque Peking, showcases acrobatics, juggling, aerial work, dance, & traditional Chinese music. All ages. 7:30pm. $18$30 CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-6333. 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. (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 Storytime At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 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 2nd. Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class. Fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. Ages 3-4. 2pm. See the 2nd. Becoming A Love & Logic Parent; Chico. Today’s topic: Logical Consequences. Love & Logic is a practical, no-nonsense approach to parenting. Free, dropin okay. Tues, 6-9pm, thru 9/23. See the 2nd. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Infant Massage Introduction. Parents w/babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. 10:30am-12pm. Free if you delivered at Enloe; or $15/class. See the 2nd. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. Playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. See the 2nd. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Beginning Tai Chi/ Qigong For Health; Redding. Create a peaceful mind, refreshed spirit & a strong body. Develop upright posture, balance & coordination. Helps prevents falls & reduces minor aches & pains. For teens & adults. Tues, 4:30-5:30pm, 9/16-11/4. $50/5 classes or $70/7 classes. Alta Mesa Gym, 2301 Saturn Skyway. (530)225-4095. Cardio Core & More Classes; Redding. Improve stamina, strength, balance & coordination while strengthening core muscles for enhanced posture, balance & stability. For teens & adults. T/W/Th, 9/1611/6, 9-10am or 11am-12pm. Pre-reg for minimum of 4 classes, $10 each. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. 10:30am. 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 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. See the 2nd. Story Time; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at a weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5. 10am. See the 2nd. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Teen members help choose books & give their input about activities & library policies that affect teens. See the 2nd.

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

Come learn new steps with instructor Laurie Hallum. Ages 18+, some dance experience needed. Wed, 6-8pm, 9/17-10/29. $40/singles, $70/couples. Sr. Citizens Hall, 2290 Benton Dr. (530)225-4095. Cardio Core & More Classes; Redding. Strengthen core muscles for enhanced posture, balance & stability. Ages teens & adults. T/W/Th, 9/16-11/6, 9-10am or 11am-12pm. See the 16th. Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children. 6-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the children’s storyroom. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Guided Nature Hike; Yreka. Take a themed 2-hour guided nature walk with a field expert. This weeks theme: Nature Crafts. 3rd Wednesdays. 12-2pm. Free. Meet at Upper Greenhorn Park, rain or shine. (530)842-5763. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Yreka Farmers Market. Farm fresh produce, local honey, crafts & more. 11am-2pm, thru mid-Oct. 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st. School Readiness Playgroup; Los Molinos. Join the fun at this developmental & educational play group. Receive developmental & age appropriate information about your child. Explore with crafts, rhymes, songs, & book reading. Ages 0-5. 10-11:30am. Free. Los Molinos Elementary School, 7700 Stanford Ave. (530)384-7833

Annie B. Community Drive; Chico. Part of Thursday Night Market’s “City Plaza Nights.” Find out about dozens of local organizations. Informational booths, entertainment & more. 6-9pm. Downtown Chico City Plaza. (530)345-6500. Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 11am-1pm. Butte College Foster/Kinship Care Ed Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Circle Time; Chico. Creative parent-child activities include songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. Ages infants & preschoolers; siblings welcome. 9:15-10am. Free, limited space, call to reserve your spot. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, nuts, honey, delicious foods, local artisans, kid zone, local entertainers & performers, & more. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Preschool Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Wii At Chico Library; Chico. Spend the afternoon playing Wii with your friends. Ages 10-17. 3rd Thursday. 3-4:30pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Barefoot In The Park Play; Chico. This Neil Simon comedy is loaded with laughs & love. 7:30pm. See the 6th.

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WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Babies Love Books; Chico. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger. 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Oroville Hospital Community Farmers Market. Fresh, delicious locally grown vegetables. Cooking demos. Most vendors accept EBT & WIC. 10am-2pm, thru Sept. South Lawn, 2767 Olive Hwy. (530)5328318. Storytime At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories, & craft. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Nature Fun Activities; Chico. Ages 2-5 & their parents enjoy fun hands-on activities that involve nature. 10:30am-12pm. See the 3rd.

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Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 4th. Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class. This fun nparent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 11am & Thu, 3:30pm. See the 4th. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 5th. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise Library. Bring your knit & crochet projects. All ages.12pm. Free. See the 4th. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 4th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

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Adoptive Parents Support Group: “Coffee & Conversation”; Redding. Adoptive parents meet to share, problem solve, give & receive support. 3rd Thursday, 10-11:30am. Childcare available. Call for location: Lilliput Children’s Services. (530)722-9092. Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts. 7:30am-1pm, thru 10/30, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime: Chickens! It’s National Chicken Month. Chicken stories, chicken crafts, stickers, & chicken tasting provided by Popeyes Chicken in Anderson. Don’t forget the 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 Radical Reels night, a presentation of the best high-adrenaline films entered into the festival competition: short, action-packed climbing, paddling, mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, & other adrenaline sport films. 7pm. $20. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)243-8877. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. For parents or grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age. 1st & 3rd Thurs, 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-in okay. 5-week children & teen grief support groups also available based on need. Call for info. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the fun with stories, songs & games, too! 10am. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Cardio Core & More Classes; Redding. Strengthen core muscles for enhanced posture, balance & stability. Ages teens & adults. T/W/Th, 9/16-11/6, 9-10am or 11am-12pm. See the 16th. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Little Explorers: All About Fish; Redding. Learn about fish & the water they live in with activities & stories for 2-5 year-olds & their caregivers. See the 4th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-8: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 4th. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. 4-5pm. See the 4th.

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Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce, live music, crafts & prepared foods. 3:30-6:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. (between Dunsmuir & Shasta Ave. next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)235-4963.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Etna Farmers Market. Fresh food, music. artisans & family fun. 4:30-6:30pm, thru Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 4th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Pathway To Health Workshop; Dunsmuir. Facilitator Michelle O’Gorman presents a weekly workshop focusing on chronic disease self-management. See the 4th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play, for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fridays, 10-12pm. $10 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Storytime & 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. Enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. 7-10:30pm. $6.25-$6.50, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Toddler Storytimes At Chico Library. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)8912726. Barefoot In The Park Play; Chico. This Neil Simon comedy is loaded with laughs & love. 7:30pm. See the 6th. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 3-7pm. See the 12th. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 5th. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. See the 5th.

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

Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 5th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Fundraising Banquet; Redding. Join Care Net Pregnancy Center for their upcoming 30th anniversary fundraiser. Live music, amazing silent auction items & fantastic cuisine. Hear client stories. All ages. Doors open 5pm, event 6-8:30pm. $40/individual, $300/table of 8. Redding Christian Fellowship, 2157 Victor Ave. (530)246-7075. Pajama Party Sewing Workshop; Redding. Students make a pair of pajama pants! A fun evening that includes party snacks. Beginners welcome. Limited to 10 students. Ages 8-18. 6-9pm. $25. Chilton’s Quilting & Sewing Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)221-1922. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30am. 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 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 5th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Kid’s Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11am-8pm. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. See the 5th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. See the 5th. Sundial Bridge Tours; Redding. Join Turtle Bay Museum educators for a free interpretive tour of the bridge. See the 5th.

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Montague Balloon Fair Open Day; Montague. 3 days of food, fun & entertainment for the entire family. Features a balloon ascension at dawn, BBQ chicken dinner & live music fundraiser at 6:30pm $25/person ($22/advance). Montague Baseball Field

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

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

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5-Mile Exploration Hike; Chico. Explore & learn about the beautiful, diverse 5-Mile area of Bidwell Park in the company of a naturalist. All ages. 10-11:30am. $10/ adult, $5/child; pre-reg, meeting location provided at time of registration. (530)891-4671. Bidwell Park & Chico Creeks Cleanup; Chico. Each year 200+ volunteers pull several tons of garbage & recyclables out of Chico’s creeks & Bidwell Park. Bring gloves & a water bottle; water stations provided. Ages 10 & up, pre-reg. 9am-12:30pm. Followed by free volunteer BBQ & raffle. Check in at 2 locations: 1057 Park Ave., & Hooker Oak Recreation Area, 1928 Manzanita Ave. (530)891-6424. CASA Superhero Run; Chico. Dress as your favorite superhero & run to benefit the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program for children. 10k, 5k & 1K options. Photo booth, face painting & more. 8am. Register online. Redding run on 11/8. Lower Bidwell Park, One-Mile Recreation Area. (530)345-1600. 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 Sts. (530)893-FARM. Chico Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show; Chico. Fun 2-day event 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. 9am-5pm. $2/adult, ages 16 & under free. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)321-6331. Childbirth Preparation Weekend Workshop; Chico. Trained nurses help prepare expectant parents for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes personal choices, including natural breathing, relaxation techniques & pain management options. 9/20-21: Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 9am-1pm. $125/couple, prereg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset

Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Fatherhood Conference; Chico. Fun event for dads. Dads receive a free breakfast followed by a presentation about Mindful Fatherhood, workshops about playing games with your kids, stress management, low/no cost legal resources & other topics. Free lunch, tote bag, t-shirt & book for each child. Exciting raffle for tools, BBQ grill & other great stuff. Ages 18+. 8:30am-2pm. Free. East Avenue Community Church, 1184 East Ave. (530)519-4248. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids do a fun craft while parents shop. Ages 3 & up. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. 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. North State Symphony Opening Concert: Embark; Chico. Ryan Kuster, who sang in the North State Symphony’s performance of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, will sing a selection of favorite opera arias in this season’s opening concert. All ages. 7:30pm, $6-$36. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-5984. Pastels On The Plaza; Chico. An artistic event for both novice & professional artists. “Chalk it up” & express yourself on a 4’ X 4’ concrete canvas. Businesses featured “Fine Art Alley” (apply today for a 8’ X 8’ square). 9am-2pm. Free to view the art, participate for $20 per 4’X4’ square (lead-free chalk provided). City Park Plaza. (530)895-4711. “Rock The Barn” Barn Dance; Chico. A terrific fundraiser for local high school scholarships presented by Beta Chapter Omega Nu. BBQ, dance music by Decades, casino, silent auction & raffle. $40 advance/$50 at door; tickets avail at Shubert’s & Plant Barn in Chico. All ages. 6-11pm. The Patrick Ranch, 10381 Midway. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Barefoot In The Park Play; Chico. This Neil Simon comedy is loaded with laughs & love. 7:30pm. See the 6th. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 6th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 6th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under. 10am-12pm. See the 6th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 5th.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Bowling with music & light show. See the 5th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 6th. Sundial Bridge Tours; Redding. Join Turtle Bay Museum educators for a free interpretive tour of the bridge. See the 5th.

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In Chico, preschoolers, infants, and their adults all have a great time together in the structured but easy-going play environment of Apple Blossom Baby’s Circle Time. See Thursdays (Butte County). Also see article on page 26. Photo: Jess Croshaw Photography.

Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. See the 6th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Chef At The Market; Redding. A fun, free cooking demo features Robert Robertson from Savory Spoon. 9:30-11am. Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)638-7177. 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 per vehicle dayuse fee. Tower House Historic District at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. (530)242-3438. Hoe Down Dinner & Dance; Palo Cedro. All ages will enjoy this evening fundraiser that includes a BBQ dinner, terrific pot luck, exciting drawings, raffle & more. 5:30-10:30pm. $20; tix avail at Another Chance Animal Welfare League Thrift Store (9384 Deschutes Rd). How Down held at Odd Fellows Hall, 22551 Silverlode Ln. (530)547-7387. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids make fun craft while parents shop. Ages 3 & up. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. North State Skate Series; Anderson. Fun competition for skateboarders. Includes prizes, drawings, & music. A great family event − watch some of the best skaters in the North State. Ages 5 & up. 10am-7pm. $15/per site or $50/4-park series. Info on Facebook at North State Skate Series. 2300 Emily Dr. (530)605-5193. Paddle Science; Redding. Explore the natural world in Redding’s waterways & trails. Each week explores a different location, including Whiskeytown Lake, Mary’s Lake, Ross Ranch, & Butte Lake in Lassen National Park. Ages 8+. Sats, 9/20-10/11, 9am- 1pm. $85/session series. (530)225-4095. R.E.A.D. Dog Program; Redding. Children read to registered therapy dogs from the Reading Education Assistance Dogs program resulting in greater self-confidence & improvement in reading & communication skills. Ages preschool-6yrs. 3rd Saturday 1-3pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am-12pm, thru 12/20. Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. See the 6th. Diving For Answers; Redding. Watch the diver in the visible river tank in an interactive, up-close experience. See the 6th.

Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym For Kids; Redding. Ages 5-14. 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 6th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000 sq. ft. fully-matted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. See the 6th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson.

Great River Clean-Up; Dunsmuir. Gather your friends for the Great River Clean-up. Meet at the city park & then head out to the banks of the Upper Sac & its tributaries to pick up trash. 9am-3pm. Free lunch provided to volunteers after the clean-up. Dunsmuir City Park, 4841 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2012. Kids Day Festival; Mt. Shasta. Come out & show your support for the Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center & learn about local resources. A special event for families with children of all ages; features fun free activities. 10am-2pm. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1400. Montague Balloon Fair; Montague. 3-day event. Today features balloon ascensions at dawn & 7-10:30am breakfast. Downtown Railroad Park events (9am-2pm): farmers/crafters market, parade (12:30pm), chili cookoff. BBQ sirloin dinner (5-7pm; $18/adult, $8/child, under 5yrs free). Enchanting balloonists “Night Burn” at dusk. Free entry. Ascensions, breakfast & dinner at Montague Baseball Field. (530)643-1305. Children’s Playgroup; Dunsmuir. Join this fun social gathering for kids & parents offered by the Dunsmuir Community Resource Center. 3-4:30pm. See the 6th.

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BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Doula Circle Workshop; Chico. Educational workshops related to pregnancy, labor, birth & breastfeeding. Hosted by four local doulas. All ages. 3rd Sunday, 7-8:30pm. Free. La Casita Primera Preschool, 2035 Esplanade. (530)518-0421. Hike The Ridge; Paradise. Hike leader Wade Killingsworth shares his extensive knowledge of the flora, fauna, history, & geology of the area. Itinerary is avail. at the Paradise Recreation & Park District Office. Call for info & to register. 6pm. $25/person, includes handouts & map. (530)872-6393. Barefoot In The Park Play Final Performance; Chico. This Neil Simon comedy is loaded with laughs & love. 2pm. See the 6th. Chico Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show; Chico. Fun 2-day event for kids & families. Today 9am-4pm. See the 20th. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

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Essentials Of Stand Up Paddleboard; Whiskeytown. Develop & refine skills needed to paddle effectively in conditions where wind, waves, & currents are present. Increase your SUP knowledge in different venues. Ages 14 & up. 10am-4pm. $75 + $5/vehicle day-use fee. Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, Whiskey Creek Boat Launch, 14412 Kennedy Memorial Dr. (530)225-4095. North State Symphony Opening Concert: Embark; Redding. Ryan Kuster, who sang in the North State Symphony’s performance of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, will sing a selection of favorite opera arias in this season’s opening concert. All ages. 2pm, $6-$36. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)898-5984. 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. Raisers funds for youth programs All ages. 2pm. Advance tickets only: $25/ages 3+, $15/ages 2 & under, $250/VIP table of 8. Holiday Inn, 1900 Hilltop Dr. (530)221-6474. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. 10:30am. See the 7th. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm. See the 7th. Turtle Bay Farmers Market; Redding. Wide selection of local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. 8am-12pm. See the 7th.

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Montague Balloon Fair Final Day; Montague. Bring the family to see the dawn balloon ascensions (coffee & donuts avail 5:30-7:30am). Breakfast 7am-10:30am. Watch balloons fly. All ages. Free entry. Montague Baseball Field. (530)643-1305.

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Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 11am & Thurs, 3:30pm. See the 4th. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo-2yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy stories, fingerplays & playtime. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Golf Lessons; Redding. SNAG (Starting New At Golf), for ages 4-12, is all about having fun & learning the basics of golf: putting, chipping, pitching & driving. Mon/Tues 4-class series. Ages 4-7: 5-6pm; Ages 8-12: 6-7pm. 9/8-16 & 9/22-30. $38/4 classes. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Family Value Night Bowling ; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. 7-8pm. See the 8th. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11am-5pm. See the 8th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your skills, or have fun watching your child run, jump & tumble. See the 8th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

TEHAMA COUNTY

Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parent organized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks, & field trips. 10-11:30am. See the 8th.

TUESDAY

Autumnal Equinox – Fall Season Begins!

BUTTE COUNTY

Author Book Signing & Presentation; Chico. Join local author Joan Goodreau, who presents & signs her latest book, Another Secret Shared. She will also read from her recent release Strangers Together: How My Son’s Autism Changed My Life. All ages. 7pm. Free. Lyon Books & Learning Center, 135 Main St. (530)891-3338. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Childbirth Preparation Class; Chico. Highly trained registered nurse instructors help prepare pregnant mothers for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes individual & family choices, including natural breathing & relaxation techniques, & pain management options. 9/23-10/21/14: Wed, 6-8pm. $125/couple, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed.Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)3323970. 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. (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 Storytime At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. “The Link Between IBS & Food Allergies” Seminar; Chico. The Allergy & Digestive Relief Center presents a free seminar on food allergies. Call to reserve your seat. All ages. 5-6pm. 2639 Forest Ave. Ste. 100 (530)899-8741. The Mom Spot; Paradise. A place for mothers of preschool age children to connect. Includes speaker, craft, breakfast, & free onsite childcare. 2nd & 4th Tuesday. For ages 0-5 & mothers of preschoolers. 9-11:30am. Annual $10 reg fee, thru May. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd. (530)877-7069.

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

Becoming A Love & Logic Parent; Chico. Today’s topic: Series Wrap-up. Love & Logic is a practical, no-nonsense approach to parenting. Free, drop-in okay. Tues, 6-9pm, thru 9/23. See the 2nd. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Choosing Quality Childcare. Parents w/babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. 10:30am-12pm. Free if you delivered at Enloe; or $15/class. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class. Fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. Ages 3-4. 2pm. See the 2nd. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. Playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. See the 2nd. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. 10:30am. 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 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under;

Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. See the 2nd. Story Time; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at a weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5. 10am. See the 2nd. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Teen members help choose books & give their input about activities & library policies that affect teens. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Babies Love Books; Chico. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. For Mom’s Only Jewelry Swap; Chico. Freshen up your jewelry & accessories, & enjoy refreshments, live music & a fashion exhibition by local “Chikoko” group. Join the fun by bringing 6-10 pieces of jewelry or other accessories to swap. All ages. 4:307pm. $20/person. Valene L. Smith Museum, CSU, Chico, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-5397. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger. 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Oroville Hospital Community Farmers Market.

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Fresh, delicious locally grown vegetables. Cooking demos. Most vendors accept EBT & WIC. 10am-2pm, thru Sept. South Lawn, 2767 Olive Hwy. (530)532-8318. Storytime At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories, & craft. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Nature Fun Activities; Chico. Ages 2-5 & their parents enjoy fun hands-on activities that involve nature. 10:30am-12pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Famous Artists Portfolio Training; Redding. Attend a 2-hour training event to learn how to present a free art program featuring 70 different art portfolios & corresponding lesson plans in your child’s classroom. 3-5pm. Call for info & to pre-register. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)242-3148. Tumbling & Play Class; Anderson. Children learn basic tumbling skills, play, & make friends. Parents welcome. Ages 2-4. 10-11am. $15/month, pre-reg to reserve your place. Community Center, Anderson City Hall, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children. 6-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the children’s storyroom. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Yreka Farmers Market. Farm fresh produce, local honey, crafts & more. 11am-2pm, thru mid-Oct. 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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BUTTE COUNTY

Alice In Wonderland Jr. Musical; Chico. This timeless fairytale, performed by the members of the Blue Room Young Company, features the classic Disney songs “I’m Late,” “The Un-birthday Song,” & “Zip-A-Dee-DooDah.” You’ll be sure to leave the theater singing! 7:30pm. $8-$15. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-6333. Bigger Baby & Me Classes; Chico. Informative 6-week parenting class series. Topics include: infant massage, attachment & brain development, women’s health, infant nutrition/intro to solid foods, & teething/dental care. Thursdays, 10:30am-12pm, 9/25-10/30. $75; pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Education, 251 Cohasset Rd. Suite #120. (530)3323970. Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Paradise. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 4th Thursday, 11am-1pm. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)809-0444. Circle Time; Chico. Creative parent-child activities include songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. Ages infants & preschoolers; siblings welcome. 9:15-10am. Free, limited space, call to reserve your spot. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617.

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER “Declutter Your Life” Support Group; Chico. Meetings are led by a professional organizer & provide information to help declutter & simplify. Covers a variety of topics ranging from mental to physical clutter. For adults. 4th Thurs, 7-8:30pm, thru 11/21. $10/meeting. The Office Place, 452 Manzanita Ave. (530)643-7496. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, nuts, honey, delicious foods, local artisans, kid zone, local entertainers & performers, & more. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. Fall Fashion On The Plaza; Chico. Part of Thursday Night Market’s “City Plaza Nights,” enjoy a fashion show, informational booths, entertainment & more. 6-9pm. Downtown Chico City Plaza. DCBA (530)345-6500. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Kids’ Open Mic/Karaoke Night; Chico. Chico Rockstars is offering a kids-only karaoke & open mic night. 18 & under. Thursdays 6pm-8pm. Free. Chico Rockstars School of Music, 932 W 8th Ave. (530)809-4932. Preschool 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 2nd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 4th. Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class. This fun nparent-child music class focuses on movement, Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 5th. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise Library. Bring your knit & crochet projects. All ages.12pm. Free. See the 4th. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 4th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts. 7:30am-1pm, thru 10/30, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime: Donuts! Today’s featured story is If You Give a Dog a Donut. Decorate a bag & pick out a donut provided by Jack’s Donuts. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the fun with stories, songs, & games too! 10am. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Little Explorers: All About Fish; Redding. Learn about fish & the water they live in with activities & stories for 2-5 year-olds & their caregivers. See the 4th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-8: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 4th. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. 4-5pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

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

Etna Farmers Market. Fresh food, music. artisans & family fun. 4:30-6:30pm, thru Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)6437876. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 4th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Pathway To Health Workshop; Dunsmuir. Facilitator Michelle O’Gorman presents a weekly workshop focusing on chronic disease self-management. See the 4th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama District Fair Opening Day; Red Bluff. “Wild Ride” is the theme for the 94th annual Tehama County fair. A fun day for the whole family. 9/25-28. Tehama District Fair Grounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920. Vivace in Concert; Red Bluff. Vivace is a powerful & stirring vocal quartet from Canada with a unique classical crossover genre. Enjoy a diverse & deep repertoire that ranges from pop to arias to original material. All ages. 7:30pm. $10-30. Red Bluff State Theatre, 333 Oak St. (530)727-8727. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multidiscipline classes/studio session for all ages. Th/F/ Sat, 12:30-2:30pm & F 3-4:30pm. See the 4th.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Dinner With A Scientist; Chico. Enjoy a buffet dinner with a scientist at your table. Annual fundraiser for March’s Chico Science Fair. Includes hands-on activities,

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 & other related films. Proceeds benefit American Whitewater. All ages. 6pm. Call for cost. Indian Jim School, Hwy 70. (530)892-8923.

SHASTA COUNTY

Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30am. 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 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 5th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Kid’s Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11am-8pm. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. See the 5th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

4th Friday Art Walk; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy receptions & view original art & prints at six participating galleries in downtown Mt. Shasta. 4-8pm. (530)926-3000. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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silent auction & brief presentation about water & our place in the hydrologic cycle. Auction 5pm, dinner 6pm, presentation 7:30pm. Advance tix at Chico Science Fair website. $35/adult, $15/child. Sierra Nevada Big Room, 1075 E 20th St. (530)899-7508. Friends With Feathers Preschool Workshop; Chico. Birds are some of the most easily seen wildlife visiting our backyards. Learn about birds, take a walk in Bidwell Park, make a heron mask & meet one of the center’s friendly animals. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. $12/child. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th St. (530)891-4671. Storytime & 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. Today is playtime for children of all ages. Last Friday of the month. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. 7-10:30pm. $6.25-$6.50, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Toddler Storytimes At Chico Library. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 3-7pm. See the 12th. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 5th. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. See the 5th. Sundial Bridge Tours; Redding. Join Turtle Bay Museum educators for a free interpretive tour of the bridge. See the 5th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 5th.

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

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

BIDWELL BARK FUN RUN & FESTIVAL; Chico. Join the third annual fundraising run & pet-friendly family festival at Bidwell Park! The largest fundraising event for Butte Humane Society. Friendly dogs on leash welcome, but not required. All ages. 8am-12pm. Free. One-Mile Recreation Area, Lower Bidwell Park in Chico. (530)343-7917. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, yearround, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (530)893-FARM. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids do a fun craft while parents shop. Ages 3 & up. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. 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. Oroville Salmon Festival; Oroville. Celebrate the return of the Chinook Salmon to the Feather River. A full day of activities includes hatchery tours (9am), Oroville Hospital Salmon ‘Color’ Dash (9:30am), Downtown Oroville Street Fair (10am), Salmon Court (10am), & more. All ages. 9am-6pm. Free. Between downtown Oroville & the Feather River Fish Hatchery. (530)520-4742. Out Of The Darkness Community Walk; Chico. The community is invited to this community walk to help raise awareness about suicide prevention. All ages. Free. Starts at Chico City Plaza, between 4th & 5th

GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER Sts. Reg 9-10am, event 10am-1pm. (530)591-3800. StoryTail Tutors; Chico. Beginning readers, struggling readers & reluctant readers are invited to read to trained, certified therapy dogs. 4th Saturday. Ages 5-11. 2pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 6th. Diving For Answers; Redding. Watch the diver in the visible river tank in an interactive, up-close experience. See the 6th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 6th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under. 10am-12pm. See the 6th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 5th. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. See the 6th.

PLUMAS COUNTY

Feather River Festival; North Fork of Feather River. Slalom & downriver race, 12-4pm. Fundraising River Party with live bands, BBQ, silent auction & raffle, 6pm-12am. Benefits American Whitewater. All ages. Call for costs. Indian Jim School Campground, Hwy 70. (530)892-8923.

SHASTA COUNTY

A Walk With Turtle Bay’s Horticulture Manager; Redding. Bring a notebook & camera for this participant-driven program. Tour the gardens with frequent stops for discussions about plants. 10:30am. Free w/park or garden admission ($4-$16). Turtle Bay Exploration Park, West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Chef At The Market: Chef Cook-Off; Redding. This fun, free cooking demo features local chefs from Redding’s fine restaurants or businesses. 9:30-11am. Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)638-7177. Cookies & Queen Royal Tea Party; Shasta Lake. Calling all princesses & pirates! Ages 1-12 are invited to a special tea time featuring yummy treats, games & more. Dress as a princess or pirate; come early for Ariel’s sing-a-long. Choose times: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm or 3pm. $5/advance, $6/at door. John Beaudet Community Center, 1525 Median Ave. (530)227-5484. Costume Sewing Class; Redding. Students will make a costume for Halloween or other events. Choose from several patterns. Ages 8-18; beginning students welcome. 10am-2pm. $32, reg early, limited to 8 students. Chilton’s Quilting & Sewing Studio, 851 Commerce St. (530)221-1922. Fall Plant Sale At Turtle Bay Gardens; Redding. Features hardy perennials, including California natives, grasses, flowering plants, evergreen groundcovers & shrubs. 20% public discount; 30% members’ discount. Member presale 9-11am; Public sale 11am-3pm. Free admission to Gardens all day! McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Hunter Troy Clegg Memorial Soccer Tournament; Redding. Formerly known as the Shasta Fall Classic. All proceeds support local nonprofits. Participants ages U10-U11. 9/27-28. $3.75 for spectators. Redding Soccer Park, 9800 Old Oregon Trail. (530)221-1885. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids make fun craft while parents shop. Ages 3 & up. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michael’s arts & crafts stores, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. National Parks Free Entrance Day; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area & Lassen Volcanic National Park. Free admission at national parks today. See Special Events section for info. Punt, Pass, Kick Competition; Redding. Test your football skills! Boys & girls compete separately in five age divisions: 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, & 14-15.

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

Launch one punt, pass & kick; scores based on distance & accuracy. Ages 6-15. 8:30am-1:30pm. Caldwell Park soccer Field, 40 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am-12pm, thru 12/20. Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym For Kids; Redding. Ages 5-14. 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 6th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000 sq. ft. fully-matted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. See the 6th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. See the 5th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 6th. Sundial Bridge Tours; Redding. Join Turtle Bay Museum educators for a free interpretive tour of the bridge. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Free admission at national parks today. See Special Events section for info. Run For Our School; Weed. Support local high school students with a beautiful run through historic Weed. Half-marathon (8am), 10K & 5K (9am). $25-$50. Weed High School, 909 Hillside Dr. (530)938-9914. Children’s Playgroup; Dunsmuir. Join this fun social gathering for kids & parents offered by the Dunsmuir Community Resource Center. 3-4:30pm. See the 6th.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama District Fair; Red Bluff. “Wild Ride” is the theme for the 94th annual Tehama County fair. A fun day for the whole family. 9/25-28. Tehama District Fair Grounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920. Frontier Village Farmers Market; Red Bluff. 9am-1pm. See the 6th. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multidiscipline classes/studio session for all ages. Th/F/ Sat, 12:30-2:30pm & F 3-4:30pm. See the 4th. Red Bluff Chamber’s Certified Farmers Market. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/27. See the 6th.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Alpin Hong In Concert; Chico. Alpin Hong’s energetic & passionate performances have drawn praise from many & earned him the moniker “pianistic firebrand” from The New York Times. All ages. 2pm. $12-$28 CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium, 400 W 1st St. (530)8986333. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Art In The Park; Redding. Spend a beautiful Sunday in Caldwell Park. The 25th annual show features music, arts & crafts, vintage cars, delicious food & the Ducky Derby. All ages. Free. 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)243-1023. California State Old-Time Fiddlers Monthly Jam; Palo Cedro. Free old-time fiddle concert, jam & open mic. All ages. 4th Sunday, 2-4pm. Millville Grange Hall, 20237 Old 44 Dr. (530)604-8706. Cookies & Queen Royal Tea Party; Shasta Lake. Calling all princesses & pirates! Ages 1-12 are invited to a special event. See the 27th. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. 10:30am. See the 7th. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm. See the 7th. Turtle Bay Farmers Market; Redding. Wide selection of local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. 8am-12pm. See the 7th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Pine Needle Weaving Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn how to weave beautiful baskets from pine needles. Cherokee descendant Leona Nelson guides participants in making two styles of baskets. 1-4pm. $50, includes materials; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama District Fair Closing Day; Red Bluff. “Wild Ride” is the theme for the 94th annual Tehama County fair, 9/25-28. A fun day for the whole family. Tehama District Fair Grounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class. This fun nparent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 11am & Thu, 3:30pm. See the 4th. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd.

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Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo-2yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy stories, fingerplays & playtime. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Tiny Tots Preschool Session; Redding. A social-recreational program offering developmentally appropriate hands-on activities for preschoolers ages 3-5. Children acquire social & emotional skills & are exposed to math, literacy & science concepts. M-Th, 8:30-12pm, 9/29-10/23. $162/month or $15/ day. MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4095. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. 7-8pm. See the 8th. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11am-5pm. See the 8th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your skills, or have fun watching your child run, jump & tumble. See the 8th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

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GOING PLACES SEPTEMBER

Chico needs you! Bring your family or service group to participate in the annual Bidwell Park & Chico Creeks Cleanup event. Enjoy a volunteer BBQ afterwards. See the 20th (Butte County).

baked items, tamales). 3:30-6pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parentorganized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks, & field trips. 10-11:30am. See the 8th.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

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 Storytime At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Breastfeeding. Parents w/babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. 10:30am-12pm. Free if you delivered at Enloe; or $15/class. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class. Fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. Ages 3-4. 2pm. See the 2nd. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. Playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. See the 2nd. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tues practices, 5:30-7pm; racing Thurs 6-7pm & Sun 4-5pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Grocery Store Tours; Redding. CalFresh recipients are invited to take a grocery store tour to learn how to maximize their food budget. Get $10 of free groceries, prizes & more. 10am-12pm. By pre-reg.

Safeway at 2275 Pine St., or Food Maxx at 1330 Churn Creek Rd. (530)440-9257. Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. 10:30am. 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 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. See the 2nd. Story Time; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at a weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5. 10am. See the 2nd. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Teen members help choose books & give their input about activities & library policies that affect teens. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

“Kids’N Clay” After School Pottery Class; Mt. Shasta. Two pottery classes offered for children in grades K-8. Tue or Wed, Grades K-4, 3-4:30pm; Grades 5-8, 4:30-6pm. $85/4-week session, includes clay, glazes & firings. Call for info about parent/child classes. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-4356. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls ages 10+. M/W, 5:15-6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15-6:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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