Regina Weston often jokes that like Michael Keaton’s character in the movie “Multiplicity,” she needs a clone. The program director of the Family & Community Resource Center of Weed (FCRCW), […]
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How to Help Birds at Home
For more than a century, Audubon’s mission has been to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats, for the benefit of humanity and the […]
Localicious – The Extraordinary Birthday Party
A child’s birthday is a special time, a milestone filled with laughter, joy and fun. Whether celebrating with friends, family, or both, there is nothing better than seeing the excitement on […]
Mt. Shasta High School Drama Students Present: A Pirate’s Life For Me
Mt. Shasta High School’s advanced drama class presents A Pirate’s Life for Me, a musical by Craig Sodaro with music and lyrics by Bill Francoer. This fun-filled, energy-packed musical is […]
Are You Carrying A Pocketful Of Radiation? How To Minimize Your Family’s Exposure
Do you talk with your cellphone against your ear? Perhaps you, like many people, carry your cellphone or wireless device in your pocket all day. What about your kids? With […]
It’s Not Your Garden Variety Of Theatre Fun – Little Red Hen’s Summer Program for Children and Teens with Autism
The aptly named Not Your Garden Variety (NYGV) Theater in Chico is geared for children and teens with autism. Currently running as a six-week summer program, participants ages 4 to 17 […]
Arts for US – A Music & Performing Arts Program for Youth on the Autism Spectrum
A new music and performing arts program, Arts for US, launched in March at Harris Studios in Redding. Designed for children and teens on the autism spectrum, the program gives […]
5 Things to Know About Parents of Children with Special Needs
My husband and I adopted our daughter when she was 9 years old. She has a long list of mental health diagnoses. We quickly discovered that parenting a special needs child […]
Cuddle A Reader, Create A Reader – A Special Message And More For New Parents
“It’s never too early to start reading to your child.” This is the message that parents of newborns are hearing at Dignity Health Mercy Medical Center Redding (MMCR) before they […]
Be the Change – Cooking Up Healthy Lifestyles: Chef Richie
Enthusiasm oozes from Chef Richie Hirshen’s every pore as he talks about the many pots he’s stirring. As garden and kitchen program leader at Sherwood Montessori in Chico, he’s passionate […]
An Open Letter to Millenials About the Insanity of Marriage
Dear Millenials: Surveys show you’re losing interest in marriage and, from what I hear, the main reason is this: to you, marriage doesn’t make any sense. And I know why […]
The Greenie Awards – Honoring Students Working Towards A Sustainable Future
Presented annually at the This Way to Sustainability Conference, the “Greenie Awards” honor students participating in programs that encourage youthful leadership in creating a sustainable future. The awards recognize bright […]
For A Brighter Future, It’s This Way To Sustainability
California State University, Chico, hosts its 11th annual This Way to Sustainability Conference held on campus March 24 and 25, 2016. This nationally recognized event includes keynote speakers and lively […]
