Toddler Storytime - Redding Library
2026-04-08 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-15 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-22 11:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave, Redding, CA, United States
Wednesdays at 10:30am, join us for stories, songs, and activities geared towards eighteen month old little ones to three year olds and the adults in their lives. (20-30 minute program.)

Storytime At The Library (Corning)
2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-16 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Corning Library, 740 3rd Street, Corning, CA, 96021, United States
Gather ’round for story time at the library! We’ll share delightful tales perfect for little listeners, with plenty of chances to laugh, learn, and enjoy the magic of reading together. It’s the perfect way to spend time with your child and connect with other families.

April StoryWalk at William B. Ide Adobe SHP
2026-04-11 10:00 - 13:00 | William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park, 21659 Adobe Road, Red Bluff, CA, 96080, United States
Join us on Saturday, April 11, for a StoryWalk featuring “Too Shy to Sing” by Lisa Regan. This StoryWalk, visitors will read about how little Canary learns to become brave enough to sing in public! Create bird-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 the number below.

Book Swap
2026-04-11 10:30 - 12:00 | Baileys Book Nook, 1330 Market St, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Think clothing swap but BOOKS! Come with your books and leave with new ones at no cost! Please bring less than 10 books to trade. Kids and Adult books are all welcome.

Anytime Storytime (English or Spanish)
2026-04-13, 2026-04-20
Pre-recorded Stories for Children in English or Spanish
▪ A new story is released every Monday!
▪ No computers? No problem. Anytime Storytime serves everyone in the community — even those without smartphones, computers, or home Internet access!
▪ No phone lines required. Anytime Storytime is cloud-based — no need to call the phone company or IT department — and callers never hear a busy signal!
▪ Stories available free of charge 24 / 7
To hear a story, call anytime: 1-844-643-1234
Approximate story time: 10 minutes

Pop-Up Storytime (WoYC)
2026-04-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Turtle Bay Nursery – Environmental Resources Building, 1135 Arboretum Dr., Redding, 96003, United States
Celebrate Week of the Young Child with us! Turtle Bay will be hosting a pop-up story time to encourage early literacy and learning. Join us for a story, age-appropriate fun activities, and giveaways, along with a healthy snack for all!
Location: Turtle Bay Nursery Classroom, 1100 Arboretum Dr, Redding
Sponsors: Turtle Bay Exploration Park, First 5 Shasta

Storytime At The Library (Los Molinos)
2026-04-14 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Los Molinos Library, 7881 State Highway 99E, Los Molinos, CA, 96055, United States

Pages & Crayons Tuesdays
2026-04-14 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Baileys Book Nook, 1330 Market St, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Parents and kids are invited to stop by Baileys Book Nook every Tuesday in March, April, and May for a fun and creative outing. Families can pick up free coloring pages for kids and take advantage of a Buy 2, Get 1 Free sale on children’s and middle grade books.
This special offer is available Tuesdays from 11:00 AM–4:00 PM, making it a great chance to browse for new reads and enjoy a relaxed afternoon together.
You’ll find Bailey’s Book Nook in downtown Redding, located between Maxwell’s and Kobe’s.

Little Explorers (WoYC)
2026-04-14 11:30 - 13:00 | Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St., Redding, CA, 96003, United States
Children ages 0–5 are invited for a free, drop-in family event filled with hands-on nature art activities and storytimes with local authors. Children will explore real natural textures, build fine motor skills, and practice early science thinking. Children will be given a free book of their choice, while supplies last.
Location: Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N Court St, Redding
Sponsors: Shasta Family YMCA, First 5 Shasta

Welcome to the Jungle (WoYC)
2026-04-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Mt. Shasta Mall, 900 Dana Drive, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Welcome to the Jungle is a joyful, family-friendly celebration for children ages 0–5 and their caregivers! Explore a resource fair filled with helpful community information, enjoy free family photos and storytime, visit our “Make Your Own Bookmark” station, and receive free books for your family. Connect with our friendly Triple P parent partners, pick up helpful parenting tips, and learn about ACEs in a welcoming, supportive environment, all while having fun together as a family. The first 100 families will receive a free book bag filled with books and goodies!
Location: JCPenney’s Courtyard, Mt Shasta Mall, 900 Dana Dr, Redding
Sponsors: Raising Shasta, First 5 Shasta

Tales & Togetherness (WoYC)
2026-04-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Shasta Community Health Center, 1035 Placer St, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Join us for story-times and other fun activities! Each child will receive a swag bag containing books and other goodies!
Location: Shasta Community Health Women’s Babies’ and Children’s Center, 1000 Placer St, Redding
Sponsors: Shasta Community Health, First 5 Shasta

Dino Day: Roar and Explore (WoYC)
2026-04-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Win River Resort & Casino, 2100 Redding Rancheria Rd, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Far Northern Regional Center is hosting a free sensory experience event filled with Dinosaurs, various sensory experiences, art projects, developmental screenings, storytime (provided in English & Spanish) and much more!
Location: Win-River Resort & Casino: Event Center, 2100 Redding Rancheria Rd, Redding
Sponsors: Far Northern Regional Center, First 5 Shasta

Water Safety Play Day (WoYC)
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Sun Oaks, 3452 Argyle Rd, Redding, CA, 96002, United States
Pawter in the Water is coming to Sun Oaks to host a “Water Safety Play Day!” Learn about water safety through rhyming stories, catchy songs, crafts and water play in the grass! Raffle with prizes! Go to pawterinthewater.com to learn more or with questions.
Location: Sun Oaks, 3452 Argyle Rd, Redding
Sponsors: Sun Oaks, Pawter in the Water, First 5 Shasta

Storytime At The Library (Red Bluff)
2026-04-15 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Red Bluff Library, 545 Diamond Ave, Red Bluff, CA, 96080, United States
Gather ’round for story time at the library! We’ll share delightful tales perfect for little listeners, with plenty of chances to laugh, learn, and enjoy the magic of reading together. Enjoy free play from 10-10:30am and then gather for stories, music and a craft from 10:30-11:30pm. It’s the perfect way to spend time with your child and connect with other families.

Cottonwood Community Library Storytime! (WoYC)
2026-04-15 11:30 - 12:30 | Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St, Cottonwood, CA, United States
Join us for stories, a Week of the Young Child paper doll craft and fun at the Cottonwood Community Library!
Location: Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St, Cottonwood
Sponsors: Cottonwood Community Library, First 5 Shasta

Poetry & Spoken Word Open Mic
2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Independent Order of Odd Fellows Hall, 1504 Market St., Redding
Share your voice at this welcoming open mic night! Read your original poetry or spoken word, or share a favorite piece (with permission). All experience levels are encouraged—everyone is welcome.
When: 3rd Wednesday of every month | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMWhere: 1504 Market St., Conference Room, Redding
Hosted by Words for All (Shasta County Arts Council).
Stay up to date and learn more at: shastaartscouncil.org/wordsforall

Down on the Farm (WoYC)
2026-04-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Anderson Library, 3200 West Center St., Anderson, CA, 96007, United States
Join us for Down on the Farm at the Anderson Library! Enjoy a mini petting zoo presented by Anderson High School FFA.
Enjoy activity booths provided by WIC, Coleman Fish Hatchery, Public Health, Help Me Grow, City of Anderson, Mindy Odell – Certified Water Safety Instructor, Anderson Walmart, and Chick-fil-A.
Location: Anderson Library, 3200 W. Center St, Anderson
Sponsors: Anderson Library, First 5 Shasta, Anderson Rotary

Move, Learn & Play at Turtle Bay (WoYC)
2026-04-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Turtle Bay Museum, 844 Sundial Bridge, Redding, 96001, United States
Enjoy fun activities that give young children creative ways to move and play throughout the Museum, along with a story time at 2:30pm & 3:30pm. Don’t forget to explore more ways to move your body and be an extreme athlete in the Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits exhibition!
This special event is free for children 5 and under. Each child 5 and under admits one adult free of charge; children 6 and older and additional adults are half price.
Pre-registration is required: turtlebay.org/wotyc

An Evening with Luis Alberto Urrea
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Shasta College, 11555 Old Oregon Trail, Redding, CA, United States
Join us for an evening with critically acclaimed author, Pulitzer Prize finalist for nonfiction, and Guggenheim Fellow Luis Alberto Urrea on Friday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Room 400 at the Shasta College Main Campus in Redding.
Urrea will discuss his newest novel, Good Night, Irene, inspired by his mother’s service with the Red Cross. The book offers a powerful and uplifting story of friendship and courage in the midst of war.
Urrea is an award-winning author known for works including The Devil’s Highway, a Pulitzer Prize finalist, and The Hummingbird’s Daughter, a Kiriyama Prize–winning novel. His short story collection The Water Museum was a finalist for the PEN/Faulkner Award and named a best book of the year by major publications.
In addition to his writing career, Urrea has worked as a relief worker in Tijuana and has taught writing at Harvard University and other institutions. He currently serves as a distinguished professor of creative writing at the University of Illinois Chicago.
Don’t miss this inspiring evening with one of today’s most celebrated storytellers.

Rev, Rumble & Roar (WoYC)
2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave, Redding, CA, United States
Come explore different vehicles, participate in vehicle and construction themed activities, crafts, and more!
Location: Redding Public Library, 1100 Parkview Ave, Redding
Sponsors: Shasta Public Libraries, First 5 Shasta

3rd Annual Snow Cone Social and Book Giveaway
2026-04-24 14:30 - 16:00 | Corning Chamber of Commerce, 1110 Solano St, Corning, 96021
On Friday, April 24 from 2:30 – 4PM, the Corning Chamber of Commerce is participating in Tehama County’s “Celebrating Children” with their “3rd Annual Snow Cone Social & Book Giveaway” at the Chamber office, 1110 Solano Street in downtown Corning.
This event is sponsored by the Tehama County Department of Education and Early Learning Programs & Services and the LPC – Local Child Care Planning Council.
Books will be available for children of all ages, also in Spanish and new this year, we will have a few in Braille.

Tour the Corning Museum and choose your book BEFORE you get your snow cone on your way out!
Also, earlier that same day, the City of Corning will be participating in Tehama County’s “Childrens’ Memorial Flag Raising” at 10AM at the City Hall Flagpole, at the corner of Solano & 3rd Streets, to commemorate a Day of Remembrance to recognize the tragedy of violence against children.
The flag-raising event is co-sponsored by the City of Corning, Tehama County Social Services and Tehama County 4 Kids.
