I’ll never forget the acquaintance with older children who advised me — pregnant with my first child — to take care of my marriage during the first few years of […]
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Fabulous Feast-ivities
For foodies looking for an excuse to go nuts this holiday season, there are plenty of lesser-known holidays inviting you to celebrate. Bakers, candymakers and home chefs can rejoice, regardless […]
Holiday Celebrations in the North State – Fun Ways to Spark YOUR Family’s Holiday Spirit
Marvel at the Holiday Lights Redding Garden of Lights, Turtle Bay Exploration Park and Botanical Gardens Nov. 17-Jan.9. Wed-Sun, 11am-9pm. $15-$25, free for children under 4. Walk down winding paths […]
Holiday Celebrations Around the World
I grew up in a mixed faith household, and as such, I celebrated a little bit of everything with different people. The older I got, the more curious I became […]
Perfect Pairings to Make Your Holidays Sweeter
Three area bakeries, with husband-and-wife teams, are serving up baked perfection for the holidays – Visit their websites for your seasonal orders When Pie Meets Bread, Redding – Nathan and […]
Presence over Presents
The holiday season is here again, and many parents find themselves scrambling to shop for all of the important people in their lives. Shopping for the perfect gift for your […]
Buy Fair Trade: What it Means and How You can Make a Difference
Did you drink a cup of coffee or eat a piece of chocolate today? Choosing Fair Trade coffee and chocolate can mean five times the pay for a farmer in […]
Becoming A Volunteer Firefighter
Becoming a volunteer firefighter is an excellent way to pay forward into the community. It takes hard work, training and commitment. The first step is to contact your area fire […]
Five North State Dads Who Balance Family and Community
Jake Nolen and his wife of ten years, Emily, own and run No-Side Music, a music lesson and recording studio, from their home in Chico. The couple also are the […]
My Mother’s Day Won’t Revolve Around My Kids And I Refuse To Feel Guilty About It
Like orphaned socks, random game pieces, and naked dollies, my mom guilt pops up nearly everywhere. I wonder if I spend too much time on my phone and not enough […]
