StoryWalk at Ide Adobe Park
2026-02-14 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park, 21659 Adobe Road, Red Bluff, CA, 96080, United States
Join us for a StoryWalk featuring Hunter’s Best Friend at School by Laura Elliott. Read about the fun and mischief that two raccoons, Hunter and Stripe, get into while at school! Create Valentine’s Day-themed crafts with the help of park staff.
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
California State Parks supports equal access. Before arrival, visitors with disabilities who need assistance should contact Parks Staff at 530-529-8599.

Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature
2026-02-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-20 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-21 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-22 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-27 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-28 09:00 - 16:00 and 2 more dates | Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA, United States
We are excited to share the news of Turtle Bay Museum’s latest exhibit, Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature, on display now through April 30, 2026.

Enjoy an exhibition of works created by kindergarten through 8th grade students in the Famous Artists Portfolio art education program. This art show is a celebration of the diverse perspectives, boundless imagination, and artistic talent of students from around the area.

The exhibition highlights the diverse artistic talents of local students

145 pieces are on display from TK through 8th grade student artists

Artwork was inspired by lessons available in Turtle Bay’s Famous Artists Portfolio Program, a free art resource for local students and community members

The Famous Artists Portfolio Program is led by volunteers at Turtle Bay and includes over 70 portfolios

Those interested in learning more about the Famous Artists Portfolio program can attend a spring orientation on March 4 from 4-5pm at Zubie’s Classroom in the Turtle Bay Museum. Pre-registration is required to attend the orientation. More information about the program is also available online: http://www.turtlebay.org/famous-artists-portfolio-program.

Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
2026-02-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-18 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-20 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-21 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-22 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-25 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-26 09:00 - 16:00 and 4 more dates | Turtle Bay Museum, 844 Sundial Bridge, Redding, 96001, United States
Turtle Bay Museum proudly presents Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life In The Wild, a breathtaking exhibition featuring 40 of the renowned photographer’s most resonant images, on display from January 24 through May 3, 2026.
Spanning all seven continents, the exhibition immerses visitors in stunning natural landscapes and the intimate lives of animal species from some of the Earth’s last great wild places. Created over decades, the work reflects deep knowledge of animal behavior and the patience to wait for nature’s most powerful moments.
Among the photographs many visitors will recognize are Polar Dance (1989), showing polar bears appearing to dance across the Arctic ice; Mountain Outlaw (2014), a dramatic head-on charge of a grizzly bear through snow; and Catch of the Day (1988), which captures the precise instant a salmon leaps into the open jaws of a brown bear along Alaska’s Brooks River. Notably one of the most widely circulated wildlife photographs in history, Catch of the Day was created before digital cameras and without manipulation. The exhibition showcases a breadth of subjects including mammals, birds, flowers, and iconic landscapes from Alaska’s Denali Range to the African savanna.
These remarkable works by Thomas D. Mangelsen reflect more than 50 years of dedication as an artist and conservationist. His work has earned many top honors, including Conservation Photographer of the Year, placement in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, and recognition as one of the most influential and important photographers of his time.
The exhibition is free for members and included with admission. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday for winter hours.

Kelly-Griggs House Museum Tours
2026-02-15 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Kelly-Griggs House Museum, 311 Washington St., Red Bluff, CA, 96080, United States
The Mission of the Kelly-Griggs House Museum Association is to promote understanding and appreciation of the 19th Century art, architecture and artifacts of our local community and Northern California. We accomplish this through collection and preservation of such artifacts and our exhibitions and educational programs.
We are open for guided tours every first and third Sunday!
Featuring:

The Victorian Costume & Textiles Collection
Period Furniture & Household Items
The Pioneer Room
And so much more!

To schedule a tour, please:
Call 530-527-1129 – OR – Email kellygriggsmuseum@gmail.com
The suggested donation is $5.

Early Bird Skating - Perfect for Homeschoolers
2026-02-18 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-25 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-03-04 12:30 - 14:30 | FunLand / Cal Skate Chico, 2465 Carmichael Dr, Chico, CA, 95928
FunLand/Cal Skate Chico is offering a special skating session that’s perfect for Homeschoolers! Early Bird Skate is every Wednesday (except holidays and school breaks) from 12:30pm until 2:30pm. Admission is $9 and that includes quad skates (Inlines are $1.50 extra).

Voices of Nature
2026-02-28 10:30 - 13:00 | Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th Street, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Discover the wild side of learning at the Chico Creek Nature Center’s Voices of Nature: Saturday Series — a monthly adventure where curiosity comes alive! Each session spotlights a fascinating theme — from turtles and birds to frogs (Feb), snakes (March), endangered species (April) and field research (May) — brought to life by passionate guest speakers and our Animal Care Naturalists.
Visit our Event Website link below to register today for your session with the specific critter you’re interested in!
*We hold 2 sessions each day, and they last 1 hour each. 10:30–11:30 AM and 12–1 PM

Homeschool Day at Turtle Bay
2026-03-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA, United States
If you are a family that’s part of a homeschool, alternative school, or independent study program, this day is for you! Join us for an afternoon of exclusive science and art activities along with demonstrations that are sure to make any child’s curiosity and creativity soar. Admission into Turtle Bay is included with this registration.

Children must be accompanied by an adult, and space is limited, so pre-registration is required.

$5 per person for members | $10 per person for non-members
