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Jenny Jones, Calendar Editor
The Mt. Shasta Farmers’ Market is a lively community tradition where families, farmers, and neighbors come together to celebrate fresh, local food. What began in 1999 with just three vendors has grown into a vibrant weekly event with over 30 local growers, makers, live music, and plenty of small-town charm. In 2014, founders John Tannaci […]
Are you looking for something new and exciting for your kids during the afternoon slump? Tune in to Adventures in Odyssey on 98.1 FM, KVIP Redding for a journey like no other—where faith and imagination come together in stories that inspire, entertain, and spark meaningful conversations. Set in the fictional town of Odyssey, each episode brings […]
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is dedicated to inspiring a love of reading by gifting books free of charge to children from birth to age 5 from funding shared by Dolly Parton and local community partners in the United States and several other countries. Inspired by her father's inability to read and write, Dolly started her […]
Join Paradise's Theatre On The Ridge youth theater performance class this fall! Classes meet M/W 4-6 from Sept. 22 through Dec. 4. Please visit our Event Website link for details.
This class is a caregiver cafe, meaning that it’s meant to be a time where parents and caregivers can meet other parents and caregivers and chat while their children play. Kids are welcome at this class! This playtime class is offered in English. As always, this event is free but we would appreciate our participants […]
The library invites families to learn through play and meet new people in an educational setting. Educators, health and human service agency guests will answer questions and curiosity about your child’s early learning and development. Enjoy social connections, early childhood resources and storytimes all provided in a play-filled environment created just for you. Sure Start […]
Chico Marketplace is launching a brand new contest for the 2025 fall season. Get creative and enter to win great prizes! The “Call for Entries” launches September 8th. Pumpkin Decorating Contest Rules Get ready for some festive fun! Find everything you need to know to enter and enjoy our first-ever Pumpkin Decorating Contest on the […]
Bring your preschooler to enjoy stories and fun at the library. Make new friends and find new books!
Join us for fun-filled mornings at Hoy Park with our Tiny Tots Playgroup! Designed especially for little ones under 5, each week features a playful new theme—think bubbles, bugs, music, and more! It's a great way for kids to explore, socialize, and move, and all children are welcome. Come make memories, meet other families, and […]
Join us at the library for a cozy and fun story time! Families with young children are invited to enjoy a selection of stories read aloud in a welcoming environment. A great way to spark imagination and encourage a love of books from an early age.