North State Parent magazine

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

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Real Fruit Popsicles

The recipe for these delicious and dietitian-approved frozen treats was adapted from the blog “All Things Green” by Maria Baath.  I took her advice to make them a little sweeter […]

Brighter Days: Red Bluff Library’s new location gives patrons easier access to the library’s treasures

While browsing Facebook recently, Tehama County Librarian Todd Deck came across this post: “Why do we even have public libraries anymore? Aren’t they completely outdated?” Deck, who has a master’s […]

San Francisco on a Budget

San Francisco abounds with hundreds of family-oriented things to do – many at no charge, or small fees. Fun for all ages, with inspiration for birthday or teen adventures, here […]

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Santa Cruz County: Let’s Cruz!

Santa Cruz is the quintessential California beach town. Surfers on bikes pedal through the neighborhoods carrying their surfboards. Families hang out on the beach while the kids build sandcastles and […]

The Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum: Illuminating The Past, Present And Future Of The Mount Shasta Area

Looking for a refreshing getaway during the hot days of summer? Check out the Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, where you can bring the entire family to explore, learn and play […]

Is Your Vehicle Ready for Summer?

Think about how much time we spend in our cars driving our kids – these family vehicles should be kept in tip-top shape. Auto maintenance and our family’s safety is […]

Fresh-Herbs

Natural First Aid Kits

Spring has sprung and nature is budding with new life, which beckons many families out of their homes to play, garden and enjoy the beautiful North State landscape. With adventures […]

Boys & Girls Club Opening Doors for Siskiyou County Youth

“It’s about relating to kids with a lot of respect,” says Noam Zimin. “The people involved in Boys & Girls Clubs really, truly care about youth.” These values drew Zimin, […]

Cooperative Preschools Help Families Start School Together

For more than 50 years, parents in Redding and Paradise have formed two cooperative preschools, an arrangement in which parents collectively hire a trained teacher to provide their children with […]

Capturing Birthday Memories with a Photo Booth

Birthday parties are a special time to create photo memories that will last forever. However, children’s parties are notoriously chaotic and it can be hard to juggle kids, presents, games […]

Rare Air Trampoline Park

Rare Air Trampoline Park: A North State Gem for Birthday Fun

Rare Air Trampoline Park A North State Gem for Birthday Fun Whether your child is a tiny tot or a teenager, Rare Air Trampoline Park is sure to turn your […]

Gratitude from a Successful Local Mom

Amy Lacey of Cali’flour Foods is grateful to her community, family and business team for exponential growth. Her success has allowed her to give back to causes she is passionate […]

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