North State Parent magazine

Ignite Your Flare this Summer
2026-06-05 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-06-06 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Flare Dance & Acrobatics, 446 Walnut St, Red Bluff, CA, 96080, United States
Get ready for a month full of movement, creativity, and Summer fun! Our Summer Camps are the perfect way to keep your kiddos active and inspired this June.

All sessions 4:30-6:30pm
June 5th – Emotion Explosion, ages 4+
June 6th – The FlarEras Tour, ages 6+
June 26th – K-Pop Dance Hunters, ages 6+
June 27th – Broadway Bound, ages 6+

Early Bird Special: Camps are just $20 each when you sign up by 3/15
Enroll in all 4 camps and save $20 — that’s buy 3, get 1 FREE!

Full Pricing Schedule:
$25/camp if signed up by April 1st
$30/camp if signed up by May 1st
$40/camp late registration closes June 1st

Spots are limited and Summer fills quickly — send us a message to get signed up and reserve your dancer’s place!

igniteyourflare@gmail.com

Swim Lessons (Chico)
2026-06-06 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Chico Area Recreation & Park District (CARD), 545 Vallombrosa Ave, Chico, CA, 95926, United States
Whether you have a first-time swimmer or competitive athlete, we’ve got something for everyone to splash about! Explore Private Lessons where your swimmer will have individually tailored one-on-one swim instruction or Group Lessons where your swimmer will join a class of 4-8 swimmers of their same age and level to participate in fun, engaging swim activities together.
If your swimmer does not meet both the age and skill prerequisites for any group class, you may be a good fit for our private lessons!
Ready to dive in? Register online or stop by 545 Vallombrosa Avenue — we can’t wait to see you in the water!

Red Bank Outdoor Academy Summer Camp 2026
2026-06-07 16:00 - 2026-06-11 13:00, 2026-06-08 16:00 - 2026-06-12 13:00, 2026-06-09 16:00 - 2026-06-13 13:00 | Red Bank Outdoor Academy, 18875 Red Bank Rd, Red Bluff, CA, 96080, United States
Registration is now open for Red Bank Outdoor Academy’s 2026 Summer Camp. Get ready for an unforgettable summer filled with outdoor adventure, new skills, friendships, and fun.
From archery and fishing to shotgun and rifle sports, hunter education, wildlife conservation, giant pool parties, water trampolines, shaved ice, homemade ice cream nights, and more, RBOA Summer Camp is where outdoor adventure meets confidence, friendships, and unforgettable experiences.
No outdoor experience? No problem.Boys & girls ages 9–15 of all experience levels are welcome.
Camp Highlights:• Tech-free week• All lodging, meals, snacks & supplies included• Hands-on outdoor learning• Build confidence, responsibility & lifelong memories
Level I Camps (Sunday–Thursday)Campers can earn their California Hunter Education Certificate through hands-on instruction in shotgun, rifle, archery, fishing, and outdoor safety.
Level II Camps (Sunday–Thursday)Designed for students who already have their Hunter Education Certificate, Level II offers advanced shooting instruction, conservation projects, long-range targets, clay shooting, and more.
2026 Camp Dates:June 7–11 – Level IJune 14–18 – Level I & II ComboJune 21–25 – Level I & II ComboJuly 5–9 – Level IIJuly 12–16 – Level I & II ComboJuly 19–23 – Level I & II Combo
Camp Details:5 Days / 4 NightsAges 9–15
Spots are filling quickly. Register early.
Contact for Information & Registration:Callie: (707) 498-2013
Instagram: @redbankoutdooracademy
Make this a summer to remember!

Vacation Bible School – Illumination Station
2026-06-07 16:30 - 20:30 | First Southern Baptist Church of Anderson, 1761 Ferry St, Anderson, 96007, United States
Save the Date and join us at First Southern Baptist Church of Anderson for a fun and engaging Vacation Bible School experience for children and adults of all ages! Recreation, Music, Crafts, Bible Study, Prizes and Fun!
Dates: June 7–10 (Sunday–Wednesday)

Special Kick-Off BBQ on Sunday, Inflatables, Games, Prizes, Fun starting at 4:30 pm.

Programming for all ages children through adult and free dinner every night starting at 5:15 p.m.

Bring the whole family and enjoy four evenings of connection, learning, and fun!

Girls Inc. NSV Summer Camps
2026-06-08 07:30 - 15:00, 2026-06-09 07:30 - 15:00 | Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley, 1670 Market Street, Suite 102, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley is inviting girls ages 6-12 to join us this summer for enriching and confidence-boosting summer camps.

Our expertly designed programs feature engaging STEM activities, an inspiring Book Club, Character Development exercises, sports and games, and creative arts & crafts.

In our supportive, all-girl environment, campers will experience a summer of learning, friendship, creativity, and fun.

Spaces are limited, so we encourage early registration.

Camp Details
Two Sessions: June 8-12 and June 15-19
Days & Times: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Girls Inc. NSV Office, 2881 Churn Creek Road, Suite A, Redding, CA 96002
Ages: Girls ages 6-12
Required Information: T Shirt Size, Name, Birthdate, School, Grade, list of allergies and dietary restrictions on Registration Form. Along with Parent’s Name, Phone Number and Email.

Includes:
Full-day programming (Mon–Fri, 7:30 am–3:00 pm)
Daily nut-free snacks
Camp T-shirt
Small group ratios with trained staff + Youth Leadership mentors

Not included:
Lunch (Campers must bring a nut-free lunch)

Camp Fee
Cost: $125 per week, per camper; $25 deposit per week, per camper, with total payment due one week prior to camp.

Chico Martial Arts Summer Camp
2026-06-08 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-09 08:00 - 12:00 | Azad’s Martial Arts Center, 313 Walnut Street, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Don’t let your child slip into habits of inactivity and excessive screen time this summer. Invest in their future success by enrolling them in Azad’s Martial Arts Summer Camp today! Space is limited, and our camps sell out fast.
All sessions M-F, 8am-12pm:
Nerf Camp June 8-12 and July 6-10
Ninja Camp June 15-19 and July 13-17
Gladiator Camp June 22-25 and July 20-24
Cost:
Priority Enrollment: $215/week (April 1-30)
Last Advantage Enrollment: $255/week (May 1-May 31)
Open Enrollment: $285/week (June 1 – July 20)

North State Ballet Summer Dance Camps & Intensives
2026-06-08 08:00 - 17:00 | North State Ballet, 2400 Notre Dame Blvd, Chico, United States
North State Ballet invites dancers ages 3 and up to join an exciting summer of movement, creativity, and skill-building! Whether your child is just beginning or ready to refine their technique, there’s something for every dancer this season.
✨ Two 3-Week Summer Class Sessions(June 8–26: Summer Session 1 | July 6–24: Summer Session 2)Stay consistent and continue progressing throughout the summer with two separate 3-week dance sessions.
✨ Dance Camps (Ages 3+) (June 29–July 3)Fun, high-energy camps designed to spark imagination and build foundational dance skills in a supportive, encouraging environment.
✨ Technique Intensives with Guest Master Teachers (June 29–July 3)Serious students will love the opportunity to train with accomplished guest instructors, focusing on strength, precision, artistry, and technical growth.
✨ Acro Intensives Build flexibility, strength, balance, and confidence while learning acrobatic skills that complement dance training.
✨ Ballet/Contemporary Intensive (July 27–31)An immersive week focused on refining ballet technique while exploring contemporary movement. Dancers will strengthen versatility, musicality, and performance quality in a focused, inspiring setting.
Give your dancer a summer filled with growth, confidence, and joy at North State Ballet!
For more information and registration details, contact North State Ballet or visit the website.

Swim Lessons (Anderson)
2026-06-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Anderson High School, 1471 Ferry St., Anderson, 96007, United States
Swim Lesson Registration is NOW OPEN! Get ready for a fun and safe summer in the water with Anderson Parks & Recreation! Whether your child is just starting out or looking to improve their skills, our swim lessons are a great way to build confidence and learn from experienced instructors.Session Dates:• Session 1: June 8–18• Session 2: June 22–July 2• Session 3: July 6–16• Session 4: July 20–30Group Lessons: $45 (8 lessons)Private Lessons: $25 (per lesson)Spots fill up quickly—don’t wait!Register today: http://www.ci.anderson.ca.usQuestions? Call 530-378-6656Let’s make a splash this summer!

Chico Aquajets & Minijets Swim Team
2026-06-08 08:15 - 19:00, 2026-06-09 08:15 - 19:00 | PV Pool, 2320 North Ave, Chico, CA, 95926, United States
Chico Aqua Jets is a year-round competitive swim program for ages 5-18 years. We welcome all swim levels, any time of year, from the young swimmer who can swim a 25 yard lap to the experienced, competitive swimmer, and all abilities in between. Coaches work with swimmers of all levels and ages on stroke technique and endurance, encouraging each swimmer to reach his or her potential. Swimmers have the option to swim year-round or participate seasonally.
The first step to join the team is to attend a swimmer evaluation. Evaluations take place Monday – Friday from 3:30-4:30pm at In Motion Fitness and take approximately 15 minutes. Please sign in at the front desk as a Chico Aquajet guest if you are not an In Motion Fitness member. Swimmers should arrive in a swimsuit with goggles.
For questions about membership, please email membership@chicoaquajets.org
Summer 2026 Schedule (Mon June 8 – Thu July 23)
All Mon-Thurs morning practices* are held at the PV Pool (2320 North Ave)
All afternoon and Saturday practices are held at In Motion Fitness
White Group: M-Th 8:15am-9:00am & Fri 3:30pm-4:15pm
Mini-Jets: Blue group M/W/F 4:15pm-4:45pm, Silver group T/TH/F 4:15-4:45pm
Navy Group: M-Th 7:45am-9:00am & Fri 4:15pm-5:30pm
Preseniors**: M-Th 6:00am-7:45am, Fri 5:30pm-7:00pm, and Sat 10:00am-12:00pm (dryland to start on Wednesdays and Fridays)
Seniors**: M-Th 6:00am-8:15am, Fri 5:00pm-7:00pm, and Sat 10:00am-12:00pm (dryland to start on Wednesdays and Fridays)
*If a swimmer is unable to make their morning practice they may still practice in their regular afternoon slot with the summerjet group.
**If a pre-senior or senior swimmer is interested in doing a double practice (morning and bonus practice in the afternoon), reach out to Coach Andrew to pick which days to do. There are preferable days based off the weekly structure and training schedule. Also, be on the lookout for emails about long course practice opportunities.

CRC Beach Volleyball Academy-Summer Camps
2026-06-08 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Chico Racquet Club, 1629 Manzanita Ave, Chico, CA, United States
Sign up now for CRC Beach Volleyball Academy Summer Camps for ages 10–17! These four-day morning camps (Monday–Thursday, 9:00am–12:00pm) focus on skill development, game strategy, and competitive match play in a fun, high-energy environment. Players are grouped by ability, not age.
Session/s: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday.
Camp #1 June 8th to 11th 9:00am to 12:00pm
Camp #2 June 15th to 18th 9:00am to 12:00pm
Camp #3 June 22nd to 25th 9:00am to 12:00pm
Camp #4 June 29th to July 2nd 9:00am to 12:00pm
Camp #5 July 13th to 16th 9:00am to 12:00pm
Camp #6 July 20th to 23rd 9:00am to 12:00pm.
Daily Schedule: 9:00am-12:00pm. 4 days, three hours.
1. Warm Up and ball control skills and drills
2. Pair tactics: fronting, pulling, serve receive, and attacking.
3. Match play. Fast double and mini tournaments.
Skills: Passing, Digging, Setting, Hitting, Serving, & Blocking
Tactics: Serve Receive, Attacking, Transition, and Defense Coverage
Cost: $100.00 per camper each camp

Unplugged Game Design Camp
2026-06-08 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Inspire School of Arts & Sciences, 335 W Sacramento Ave, Chico, CA, United States
Inspire School of Arts & Sciences has paired up with Chico Area Recreation & Park District, to bring the community a wide variety of fun, interactive, spring and summer camps for students! Join us June 8-12 for Unplugged Game Design Camp.

Have you ever wanted to design your own game? Unlock your inner game designer in this hands-on, unplugged game design camp! No experience needed – just bring your imagination! We’ll dive into the exciting world of game design using everyday materials you can find around the house. Think cardboard, dice, cards, and more! You’ll learn the fundamentals of game design: crafting rules, creating challenges, and making sure your game is FUN for everyone. We’ll explore different types of games, from board games to card games to active games you can play with your friends. Plus, we’ll take a peek behind the curtain at the amazing careers that await in the game industry, from designers to artists to programmers. Get ready to brainstorm, build, test, and play your own original games in a week of creative fun!

Register today!

Summer Dance Classes: Redding City Ballet
2026-06-08 10:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-09 10:00 - 20:00 | Redding City Ballet, 935 Locust St, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Join us for a variety of summer classes including ballet, tap, and jazz for all ages and levels. Choose what fits your schedule— drop in for individual classes or enroll for the full session. From evening classes to week-long opportunities!
Please visit our website for more details! We’re offering a variety of dance classes all summer long!
June Only:
Beg/Int Adult Ballet | Tuesdays 10-11:30am
Pointe Strengthening | Age 12+ | Wednesdays 5:00-5:45pm
Int/Adv Ballet |Age 10+ | Wednesdays 5:30-7:00pm
Beg/Int Ballet Choreography |Age 8+ | Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm
Stretch and Strengthen | Age 10+ | Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm
July Only – WEDNESDAYS
Int/Adv Contemporary Ballet | Age 12+ | 4:30-6:00pm
My First Dance Class | Ages 3-4| 4:30-5:00pm
Improvisation for Dancers | Ages 12+ | 6:00-7:00pm | (This class NOT available for Drop-In)
MONDAYS ALL SUMMER LONG! (June 8th-Aug 10th)
Intermediate Ballet | Age 8+ | 4:00-5:00pm
Intro to Ballet | Ages 4-6 | 4:30-5:00pm
Advanced Ballet | Age 12+ | 5:00-6:00pm
Children’s Basic Ballet | Ages 6-10 | 5:00-6:00pm
Teen/Adult Basic Ballet | 6:30-8pm

Vacation Bible School – Illumination Station
2026-06-08 17:15 - 20:30, 2026-06-09 17:15 - 20:30 | First Southern Baptist Church of Anderson, 1761 Ferry St, Anderson, 96007, United States
Save the Date and join us at First Southern Baptist Church of Anderson for a fun and engaging Vacation Bible School experience for children and adults of all ages! Recreation, Music, Crafts, Bible Study, Prizes and Fun!
Dates: June 7–10 (Sunday–Wednesday)

Programming for all ages children through adult and free dinner every night starting at 5:15 p.m.

Bring the whole family and enjoy four evenings of connection, learning, and fun!

Summer Swim Team
2026-06-08 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-06-09 17:30 - 19:00 | West Valley High School, 3805 Happy Valley Rd, Cottonwood, CA, 96022, United States
The Anderson Aquagators are BACK for Summer 2026!

Get ready to make a splash with the Anderson Aquagators Summer Swim Team! Open to youth 18 & under, this program is perfect for beginner to experienced swimmers looking to build skills, stay active, and have fun all summer long.

From learning the basics to improving technique and endurance, swimmers will grow their confidence in the water while being part of a positive, team-focused environment.

Make friends, Build strength & confidence, Improve skills at every level!

Registration is now open—check out the flyer for details and sign up today! http://www.ci.anderson.ca.us

Practice Times:• Ages 12 & under: 5:30–6:30 PM — $250/season• Ages 13–18: 5:30–7:00 PM — $275/season

Rainforest Falls VBS
2026-06-08 18:00 - 20:15, 2026-06-09 18:00 - 20:15 | Anderson Church of Christ, 3434 North St, Anderson, 96007, United States
Rainforest Falls VBS – Exploring the Nature of God
Join us for a fun, faith-filled week as kids explore the beauty of God’s creation through themed activities, learning, and adventure in a rainforest setting.
Ages: 3 years old through 5th grade
Need help or a ride? Call or text: 559-920-9183
