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Mistress of the Mix: Oh, The (Cards Against) Humanity!

Every month, I get together with a group of girlfriends for ‘Bunco’ night. We’ve been doing it for several years, to the point where we have finally had to start admitting to our husbands that we don’t even play Bunco.… Continue Reading

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North State Live Music and Open Mics: January 19 – 25

Monday, January 19 The open mike and jam at Simon LeGree’s Roadhouse in Hawkins Bar (about 75 miles west of Redding on Highway 299) starts at 8 pm, hosted by Jimi Jeff. (530) 629-3899. In Chico, The Maltese has an open mic beginning at 9 pm. (530) 343-4915. —–… Continue Reading

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North State Live Music and Open Mics: January 13 – 18

Tuesday, January 13 Jimmy Limo at the Mount Shasta Resort in Mount Shasta at 5:30 p.m. (800) 958-3363. John McCutcheon at the Sierra Nevada Big Room in Chico at 7:30 p.m. All ages. $20. (530) 896-2198. In Chico, Shenanigan’s has an open mic beginning at 7 pm. Hosted by Brad Peterson. (530) 809-1088. In Chico, Madison… Continue Reading

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Mistress of the Mix: Tapes Y Tapas

Remember when mix tapes were actually tapes? Back in the day, like 30 years go, before the cd? Before iTunes and iPods and iPhones and iPads and iWhatever else? Those were the days. I was a first year college student… Continue Reading

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North State Live Music: December 30 – January 3

We have plenty of live music going on for New Year’s Eve in the North State, but information for the Friday and Saturday nights following is sketchy. As the weekend approaches, check back here for updates. Happy New Year! Tuesday, December 30 Jimmy Limo at… Continue Reading

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North State Live Music: December 23 – 28

Some North State venues haven’t yet decided whether they will host live music on the weekend of December 26 and 27. If you know of a gig not listed here, please leave a comment. —– Tuesday, December 23 Jimmy Limo at the Mount… Continue Reading

North State Open Mics: December 22 – 28

Monday December 22 -The open mic and jam at Simon LeGree’s Roadhouse in Hawkins Bar (about 75 miles west of Redding on Highway 299) starts at 8 pm, hosted by Jimi Jeff. (530) 629-3899. –The Maltese in Chico has an open mic at 9 p.m. 21 and over. (530)… Continue Reading

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Mistress of the Mix: Little White Christmas Lies, or Yes, Valerie, There Is A Santa Claus

When I was about 5, I started to doubt the existence of Santa Claus. I think it started when I was playing in the front yard, looked up towards the roof and noticed how small the opening of the fireplace… Continue Reading

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North State Live Music: December 17 – December 21

Wednesday, December 17 Mike Dillon at Northern Delights in Hayfork. All ages. (530) 628-5246. The Christmas Jug Band at the Palms Playhouse in Winters at 8 p.m. 21 and over. (530)795-1825. —– Thursday, December 18 Dave Westfall at the Grape Escape in Redding at 7:00 p.m. 21 and over. (530) 244-8463. —– Friday, December 19 Sara… Continue Reading