North State Parent magazine

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

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Amber Murray, Calendar Editor

Event Series Color and Chill

Color and Chill Family Coloring Club

Family Resource Center on the Upper Ridge 13917 S. Park Dr., Magalia, United States

Fun for all ages! Bring your family and come and color with us! You are welcome to bring your own coloring supplies or utilize those provided. This is a drop-in event! This class is offered in English. As always, our events are free, but registration is encouraged.  Register at our Event Website link below, or call […]

Free

Paradise Chocolate Fest

Terry Ashe Park & Recreation Center 6626 Skyway, Paradise

Get ready for a day full of fun, chocolate, and community as we celebrate two decades of sweetness at the 20th Annual Paradise Chocolate Fest! Taking place at the scenic Terry Ashe Park on the Skyway in Paradise, this all-day event promises something for everyone—from chocolate lovers to families looking for a fun day out […]

Free – $5

Family 2nd Saturday: Trains

Turtle Bay Exploration Park 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA, United States

All aboard for fun! Join Turtle Bay educators and volunteers for a day filled with games, laughter, and friendly competition. Drop-in activity’s theme centered around trains, where families can explore interactive exhibits, create train-themed crafts, and learn about the history of railroads in a fun and engaging way! Family Second Saturday is an all-ages educational […]

Free – $20

Park Avenue Palooza

The Arc Pavilion 2040 Park Ave, Chico, United States

Get ready for a day of community fun and celebration at the Park Avenue Palooza! This exciting event supports The Arc of Butte County’s essential services and programs, which empower individuals with disabilities in our community. This event is open to people of all abilities and features something for everyone to enjoy, including: 🎶 Live […]

Free – $10

Kelly-Griggs House: Mother’s Day Tea

Kelly-Griggs House Museum 311 Washington St., Red Bluff, CA, United States

Bring Mom, Grandma, or a friend to our Mother's Day celebration! Please call our Event Phone number below for reservations as space is limited.

$10

Redding Children’s Business Fair

The Park: Redding's Food Truck Hub 1552 Placer St, Redding

Join us for the 2025 Redding Children’s Business Fair, a one-day marketplace where young entrepreneurs launch their very own businesses! This inspiring event showcases the creativity and innovation of kids ages 6–14 as they develop a product or service, create a brand, build a marketing strategy, and open for customers at this family-friendly fair. The […]

Growing Healthy Children – FREE Family Walk/Run

Bidwell Park One Mile Recreation Area South Park Drive, Chico

Growing Healthy Children Walk & Run is a free event offered to families residing in Chico and surrounding communities. This event promotes fitness and empowers families to live an active and healthy lifestyle together. Participants can choose to walk or run our 1 Mile course or our 5K course. After you finish the course, join […]

Free

Mother’s Day at the Forebay

Forebay Aquatic Center 930 Garden Dr, Oroville, CA, United States

Bring Mom out to Forebay this Mother's Day for a free one hour boat rental!

Mother’s Day Rock Climbing Special

Shasta Rock Club 2325 Athens Ave, Redding, United States

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Us at Shasta Rock Club! This Mother's Day, we’re saying thank you to all the amazing moms out there! Moms climb FREE all dayKids climb for just $5 Perfect for families, first-timers, and anyone looking to do something a little more adventurous this Mother’s Day. No gear? No problem, rentals are […]

Free

Full Moon Paddle on the Forebay

Forebay Aquatic Center 930 Garden Dr, Oroville, CA, United States

A unique opportunity to paddle the Forebay at night! On this 2 hour guided paddle you will see the sun dip below the horizon as the moon rises up into the sky, gaze at the stars, and maybe even see some of the resident wildlife along the shoreline! Visit our Event Website link below for […]