Lassen, Whiskeytown Offer Free Admission on Presidents’ Day Weekend

  To celebrate the connections between our national leaders and national parks, all 405 National Park Service sites will have free admission during Presidents Day weekend, February 14th through February 16th. “Every U.S. president has visited, resided in, or been honored in a national… Continue Reading

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Susan Greaves’ Weekend Painting Workshop: “Color, Shape, Edges” for All Levels of Artists

Susan Greaves’ work is described as “a fine example of strong, painterly style”. Her paintings are noted for their light and color. She uses classical methods of careful observation and direct execution to portray subjects ranging from florals and still… Continue Reading

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North State Live Music and Open Mics: February 11 – February 17

Folks, starting this week, the live music listing will start on Wednesday and go through Tuesday. Wednesday, February 11 The Ken and Bill Show (Ken Brown and Bill Ruess) play at the Post Office Saloon in Redding, starting at 6:30 p.m. 21 and over. (530) 246-2190. Jazzy Strings (Sylvia… Continue Reading

Food Safety for Small Farms Workshop

 Are you interested in learning about the new food safety law and what it means for your farming operation? Do you want to develop a food safety plan for your farm? Do you want to see your product in new… Continue Reading

North State Symphony Welcomes Conductor Scott Seaton

The North State Symphony renews its search for a new Conductor-Music Director on Feb. 21st in Chico and 22nd in Redding. Their concert called “Discover!” will present Scott Seaton, a candidate to become the orchestra’s new conductor, and Lindsay Deutsch,… Continue Reading

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Valentine’s Day is Saturday: Wine? Check. Flowers? Check. Fondue? Check it Out

Oh, Valentine’s Day. You look so innocent – all sweetness, hearts and flowers. It’s unfortunate that such a seemingly simple day of love, friendship and affection has grown into a Godzilla-sized emotional super-power day of extremes. It can bring joy… Continue Reading

Turtle Bay Exploration Park offers MAGE program to local third graders

From February 4th through March 12th, 2015, third grade students in Shasta County will have the opportunity to participate in the Museum Art Gallery Experience (MAGE) program at Turtle Bay Exploration Park. The 2015 MAGE program is generously sponsored by… Continue Reading

Redding Town Hall Meeting Scheduled for February 12

  Chief Robert Paoletti will hold his quarterly town hall meeting on Thursday, February 12, 2015, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Redding Civic Auditorium, located at 700 Auditorium Drive. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.  Chief Paoletti will present… Continue Reading

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Medicare Under 65: Prepare and Be Aware!

Folks who are disabled and under age 65 are so grateful when they eventually qualify for Medicare. Unfortunately, many don’t realize that it’s important for them to investigate MediGap plans. Further, it’s very important that they think long and hard… Continue Reading

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Just Sayin’: The Fine Art of Procrastination

Ah, the fine art of procrastination. It is an art, you know. And there are rules; very important ones. Admittedly, the rules and the art are usually only known to the perpetrator. How do I know all this? Because I,… Continue Reading