North State Parent magazine

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

Desiree Gonzalez

Desiree Gonzalez

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Be the Change: Allie Boyer – A Passion For Primates

Most kids have a favorite type of animal. Some are dog people, some are cat people. Others are, well, orangutan people. By the age of 7, Chico teen Allie Boyer […]

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Localicious: Incredibly Edible Egg Mclovins Are Something To Cluck About

The 1980s jingle “I love eggs … from my head down to my legs …” runs through my head every time I crack one. In the past few months, I’ve […]

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Localicious: TBar Pairs Fusion Cuisine and Refreshing Drinks for Cool Results

I was in the mood for something quick and light, so I headed over to Tea Bar and Fusion Café, aka “TBar.” It was lunchtime and the place was hopping. The […]

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Keep Cool ‘til They’re Back in School

Summer may be winding down, but there are still plenty of hot days left here in Northern California.  If your kids are anything like mine, they tend to alternate between […]

Localicious: Douglass Ranch Provides Wholesome Locally Raised Beef and Pork to the North State

Kelly and Shannon Douglass have raised Black Angus beef cattle since before they married. They now run a cow-calf operation located in Orland, where their meat is raised and harvested […]

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Local Businesses Provide Fun & Unique Options for Spring and Summer Events

Chico Bar-B-Q Chico Bar-B-Q owners Mike and Lori Lash began selling barbecues and equipment about 15 years ago, in addition to their other business, Lash’s Glass. Mike, who enjoys restoring […]

Yogurt Puts “Culture” Into Kids’ Diets – Locals Share the Good, the Bad & the Creamy

Yogurt. It’s tasty, is known to be good for you, and it’s even fun to say. With its creamy texture and versatility, it is an excellent way to improve your […]

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Crush Italian Cuisine Partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of the North Valley for Tuesday Night Dinners

Occupying the top floor of the old Bank of America building on 2nd and Broadway in downtown Chico, Crush Italian Cuisine & Lounge is a popular choice for special events […]

Localicious: Spice Up Your Love Life with Flavorful Local Cuisine

For most of the 20 years we’ve been together, hubby and I have been parents. One reason I think we’ve made it this far is that rich or poor, we’ve […]

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Localicious: Making Resolutions Realistic

How often have you made New Year’s resolutions regarding your diet, only to forget them by the time Valentine’s Day rolls around? As busy parents, it can be difficult to […]

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Localicious: Shop Locally For Edible Holiday Gifts!

Does the idea of holiday shopping at a big-box store send you into a claustrophobic panic? Tired of giving “stuff” that will just get broken or re-gifted? Look no further […]

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Localicious: Sweet Cottage “Pie Lady” Serves Up Slices Of Handmade Goodness

Street vendors have become ubiquitous here in the upper North State; we’ve got our share of taco trucks, hot dog vendors, fresh bread, and even Italian food.  One vendor that […]

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