North State Parent magazine

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

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Cuddle A Reader, Create A Reader – A Special Message And More For New Parents

“It’s never too early to start reading to your child.” This is the message that parents of newborns are hearing at Dignity Health Mercy Medical Center Redding (MMCR) before they […]

An Open Letter to Millenials About the Insanity of Marriage

Dear Millenials: Surveys show you’re losing interest in marriage and, from what I hear, the main reason is this: to you, marriage doesn’t make any sense. And I know why […]

The Greenie Awards – Honoring Students Working Towards A Sustainable Future

Presented annually at the This Way to Sustainability Conference, the “Greenie Awards” honor students participating in programs that encourage youthful leadership in creating a sustainable future. The awards recognize bright […]

For A Brighter Future, It’s This Way To Sustainability

California State University, Chico, hosts its 11th annual This Way to Sustainability Conference held on campus March 24 and 25, 2016. This nationally recognized event includes keynote speakers and lively […]

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Peter Pan Jr. – A Music-Infused Take On A Beloved Story

Whether you recall the tale from the Walt Disney classic or live-action films like Hook and Pan, you’ve likely been enchanted by the timeless story of the boy who never […]

Exploring the Options for Financing Solar Panels

Perhaps you want to save money on your electricity bill. Perhaps you advocate the environmental benefits of alternative energy. Whatever your motivation, if you’re thinking about installing solar panels at […]

What About My Water Heater?

It’s one of the luxuries of modern life – turn the tap and hot water flows out, ready for baths, showers, laundry and dishes. It’s not something you likely think […]

Saving Water With Every Flush

Most people only think about toilets on an as-needed basis, or on those unfortunate and annoying occasions when the toilet stops working. But did you know that flushing toilets is […]

Two North State Writing Contests!

The Butte Literacy Council Short Story Contest 2016 Butte County kids, teens and adults, it’s time to pick up your pen and paper – or laptop – and get your […]

I Love Me … and My Family

Before we know it, the nearly 12,000 pound ball will descend over Times Square. Millions of people will kiss and sing Auld Lang Syne to kick off a new year […]

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Jewels Of The Sky – Appreciating The Diversity, Beauty, And Intrinsic Value Of Birds

Birds are some of the most fascinating creatures that share our world. They are found in every continent and almost every corner of the globe, including our backyards. They are […]

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Be Inspired – Inspire School of Arts & Sciences “Super Gala”

As its name suggests, Chico’s Inspire School of Arts and Sciences exists to inspire young people. On a day-to-day basis, Inspire “strives to motivate and empower its students to reach […]