North State Parent magazine

A MAGAZINE SERVING FAMILIES IN BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES SINCE 1993

North State Parent

North State Parent

North State Parent is a free, monthly publication, both digital and print, with a growing distribution. We proudly serve the North State counties of Butte, Glenn, Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama.

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Free Family Activities in the North State

Looking for fun, budget-friendly ways to enjoy time with your family? The North State offers plenty of free events perfect for all ages. From outdoor adventures to local festivals and […]

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The Benefits Of A Summer Swim Racing League In Northern California

For families in Shasta, Siskiyou, Trinity and Butte counties, summer is a time for adventure, challenge and fun in the water. One of the best ways for kids to make […]

A Year Of Healthy Living

A Year Of Healthy Living: Monthly Steps Recommended by the Environmental Working Group to Avoid Toxic Chemicals, Protect Your Health and Save Money

Many parents and families want to live a cleaner, chemical-free life. However, making sweeping changes to incorporate healthier products in your family’s life can seem daunting. But making incremental changes […]

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Grandparents & Relative Caregivers Support Group

If you are struggling to care for a child who has experienced trauma, you are not alone. Raising relative children who have experienced trauma is hard. It helps to talk […]

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How Doulas Can Help Moms and Families During and After Childbirth

According to the nonprofit doula organization, DONA International (DONA.org), “From the beginning of time, people have been cared for and nurtured during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Family, friends and neighbors […]

LEGO Enhances Learning

How Playing With LEGO Enhances Learning

Your children probably have LEGO bricks and building components or a similar building toy system. And you may have stepped on stray plastic components and wondered if it was really […]

North State Parent February 2025

February 2025

Photo by: Tracey Hedge Photography creates fresh, vibrant images that allow you and your loved ones to shine. Tracey specializes in weddings, senior portraits and family portraits, serving Northern California. […]

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January 2025

Photo by: Photographer Isabel Ruiz is a California photographer but will travel wherever love abounds. She does weddings, graduations and family photography. @byisabelruiz. byisabelruizphotography.squarespace.com/portfolio

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November/December 2024

Cover Photography: John Donaldson

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Celebrate the Holidays in the North State Family Style!

Celebrate the Holidays family style this season while creating memories with your loved ones. Our top picks here offer outings which fill the spirit with the wonder of this beautiful […]

Cover October 2024

October 2024

Photo by: Cate Clother, founder of Cedar Grove and director of the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce. Throughout her work, Cate seeks to cultivate communities where people of all ages and […]

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Harvest Happenings 2024

Autumn is a wonderful time to celebrate the end of summer. All around the North State this month, families can enjoy special events and family farms with apple picking, pumpkin […]

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