The Freedom Festival – The City of Redding’s 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks Show

Enjoy the atmosphere of excitement and fun with live music, summertime food, and great company with family and friends. The sprawling lawn at the Redding Civic Center is the epicenter of the fabled fireworks show so bring your blankets and… Continue Reading

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North State Live Music and Open Mics: June 24–June 30

Wednesday, June 24 Andre Mottershead at the Post Office Saloon in Redding at 6:30 p.m. 21 and over. (530) 246-2190. Maxwell’s Eatery in Redding has an open mic starting at 7 p.m. Hosted by Mark McAbee. All ages. (530) 247-7200. Mumblefinger plays the Mosquito Serenade at the Anderson River Park at 7 p.m. All… Continue Reading

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Camping, 2 Decades Later: Let the Good Times Roll

It was 1994 the first time my kids and I went camping at Patrick’s Point State Park in Trinidad. It was a significant year. I’d graduated from college – 20 years after high school – and I’d bought a house.… Continue Reading

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OSF’s ‘Fingersmith’ An Inspiring Overseas Collaboration

Another season of innovative storytelling is underway on three stages to the north, heralding the eighth decade of theatrical excellence at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF). Shakespeare fans will enjoy excellent productions of the comedic “Much Ado About Nothing” (read… Continue Reading