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.

Author Archive

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February 2022

Cover Photographer: Amber Thompson is a portrait photographer specializing in families and dancers, but loves to do it all! “I love creating portraits that show your individual personality, and make […]

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January 2022

Cover Photographer: Photographer Betsey Walton says her work is all about relationships: “When the people, their expressions, and their joy all come together in an image, I know why I […]

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Gifting A Pet To Your Child – How To do It Well

  Christmas is coming and your child is longing for a new puppy or kitten to cuddle, or perhaps a beautiful bird, exotic reptile or fluffy bunny. You’re dreaming of […]

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Ice Skating — For Little Kids, Big Kids and the Whole Family

Siskiyou Ice Rink Chico Ice Rink Chico Ice Rink Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink:Open through Feb. 14, 2022 This outdoor ice rink has been operating in Ashland’s Lithia Park since […]

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Can Diabetes Be Prevented?

Reviewed by Steven Dowshen, MD What Is Diabetes? Diabetes is a disease that affects how the body uses glucose, the main type of sugar in the blood. Glucose, which comes from […]

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Harvest Happenings 2021

October is my favorite time of year because there are so many wonderful farms to visit. Try a different location each weekend. Make farm visits part of your seasonal family […]

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Mamapreneurs 2021

Each year, North State Parent celebrates entrepreneurial women of the North State who have integrated their own business or side hustle into the challenging and rewarding job of motherhood. These […]

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Congratulations To Our Reader Survey Winners

   

Finnley Burnham of Chico has entered and won several competition categories in the Junior Division of the Butte Rose Society’s Festival of Roses. Photo by Steve Schoonover.

Chico’s Festival of Roses Welcomes Young Rose Lovers

The annual Festival of Roses, hosted by the Butte Rose Society, is set for 1-4:30 pm, October 30 at the Chico Community Center, 545 Vallombrosa Ave. Several events are designed […]

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CASA Volunteers – A Voice For Foster Children

Have you heard of the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Program? CASA is a national program that aims to ensure that every child in the foster care system has a […]

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Reducing Plastic Pollution in the North State

Bottle refill station for famous Mt. Shasta water In October, Mt. Shasta’s Parker Plaza will be home to a new drinking fountain and water bottle refill station. Community members and […]

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Top Picks for Family-friendly Cycling

BUTTE COUNTY Bidwell Park; Chico 3,670-acre park offers miles of trails through Upper and Lower Bidwell Park. Choose an easy lower loop and stop at a few different playgrounds. Map: […]