Rabbi David Zaslow & Debra Zaslow – Two Groundbreaking Books, Two Inspirational Speakers in One Evening

Bringing Bubbe Home, a Memoir of Letting Go Through Love and Death is an honest and inspiring memoir of a rabbi’s wife who brings her 103 year-old grandmother home to live and die with her family. As Debra midwifes her… Continue Reading

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The Grand Jury (And Its Sometimes Not so Grand Uses)

The recent events surrounding the refusal of two Grand Juries to approve the prosecution of police officers for killing unarmed civilians in Ferguson Missouri and New York City have received so much attention, that I thought it might be helpful… 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

Turtle Bay Presents Chocolate After Dark: A Wine and Chocolate Experience

Turtle Bay Exploration Park will host Chocolate After Dark: A Wine and Chocolate Experience on Friday, January 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Museum. For $35 per ticket, guests will enjoy an evening of unique chocolate delicacies, distinctive wine and… 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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Snowshoeing at Manzanita Lake

A rare window of opportunity presented itself on Saturday, 12/13/14 as a clear day followed a heavy snowfall. My wife Bernadette and I headed to our favorite snowshoe venue, Manzanita Lake. And there we encountered a winter wonderland. Enjoy! [nggallery… Continue Reading

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Schreder, Weaver Join Majority in Moving Public Comments to End of Council Meetings

Redding’s newest City Council members stuck to their guns Tuesday and joined the majority in voting to shift the time allotted for public comments to the end of council meetings. The 4-1 vote was identical to the Dec. 2 meeting… Continue Reading

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I’m Dreaming of a … House Guest with Manners

An invitation to stay with someone is a great honor. Your host wants you to be happy, to be comfortable and to feel welcome. If you’ll be a house-guest during the holidays here are eight easy tips to ensure you’re… Continue Reading