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NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE FALL/WINTER 2020/2021 BIRTHDAYS
Birthdays are special, and celebrating each child’s special day is a loving, positive act that creates beautiful memories, no matter the birthday girl or boy’s age. Because many venues were closed at press time, be sure to call ahead to confirm up-to-the-minute opening times and options.
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Athletic Horizons Gymnastics Center
(530) 893-4967. athletichorizons.com.
415 Otterson Dr., Ste. 70, Chico.
Your party participants will have a “bouncing good time” enjoying a variety of energetic games & activ- ities facilitated by a trained gymnastics instructor. Obstacle course, trampolines, in-ground foam pit, music, tables & chairs provided. Parties are available Sat & Sun.
Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation
(530) 533-1000.
kirshner.org.
4995 Durham-Pentz Rd., Oroville.
Lions & tigers & bears, oh my. Enjoy a truly education- al & memorable wildlife party that includes a private tour of the sanctuary by a wildlife educator, a “reptile encounter” with an animal ambassador, & private use of a shaded picnic area for 3 hrs. Children will meet
a remarkable variety of non-releasable endangered & exotic animals, including leopards, servals, birds, foxes, lemurs, reptiles, lions, tigers & bears.
Bill’s Wonder Show
(530)533-1290 billswonder.com
Make your next celebration unforgettable by having Bill’s Wonder show appear. Family friendly magic fun. Offers birthdays, reunions, school programs and more. Call Bill Jackson the magician and find us on facebook for show demos. BillsWonderShow.com
Chico Art School & Gallery
(530) 570-3895. chicoartschool.com. 261 E. 3rd St., Chico.
Throw the best birthday party ever with a lesson at Chico Art School. Children get to experience how much fun art can be with their friends. Party-goers will learn the basics of drawing or painting in a fun, supportive environment. Parties consist of a 1.5-hr lesson. Children work with various mediums, includ- ing charcoal, watercolor, tempera, colored pencils or watercolor pencils. Party themes can be incorporated & are encouraged. Up to 10 children & rates start at $150.
Chico Creek Nature Center
(530) 891-4671. chicorec.com/chico-creek- nature-center.
1968 East 8th St., Chico.
In the heart of Bidwell Park, the Nature Center offers hands-on children’s parties. A “naturalist” leads a park walk, introduces kids to live animals, sets up a cool craft, & ties it all together with a theme of your child’s choice like “Feathered Friends” or “Wild Things” (7 available themes).
Feather River Activity Center
(530) 533-2011. frrpd.com.
1875 Feather River Blvd., Oroville.
Book your child’s next party at the Activity Center. Enjoy 2 hrs of free play in the gymnastics facility or
a structured party with a facility attendant to help assist you with anything you need. Great for all ages.
Funland & Cal Skate of Chico
(530) 343-1601. funlandchico.com.
2465 Carmichael Dr., Chico.
Enjoy party packages for kids of all ages, complete with a party room, decorations & a party specialist to ensure a great time. Options include roller skating, miniature golf, batting cages, arcade time, a glow/ black light theme, bounce house, treat bags, Round Table pizza, Baskin-Robbins ice cream cake & more
Gateway Science Museum
(530) 898-4121. csuchico.edu/gateway. 625 Esplanade, Chico.
Gateway Science Museum birthday parties are fun, 2-hr science-themed celebrations for ages 12 & under. Parties include a dedicated Curiosity Guide to lead your group through gallery exhibits. Private hands-on activity of your choice from a list of 11 science themes including nature, chemistry, physics & astronomy. Birthday space for gifts & celebration. Check website for information on party add-ons, available activities & cost. Call to reserve.
KidsPark
(530) 894-6800. kidspark.com.
2477 Forest Ave., Ste. 190, Chico.
A personal party hostess will help plan, coordinate & clean up for your private party. Parties available for ages 2-12 & include face painting, an art project & craft, group games, paper plates, napkins, forks, juice, & a special gift for the birthday boy or girl with snack options available. Parties available on Sun mornings & evenings.
Kinetics Academy of Dance
(530) 345-2505. kineticsacademyofdance.com. 627 Broadway St., Ste. 100, Chico.
Kinetics Academy of Dance in Chico offers fun dance parties brought to a location of your choice. Book a darling 1.5 hour Fancy Nancy, Enchanted Fairy, Princess or a Hip Hop Party (recommended for ages 3-10), that includes a themed dance lesson, use of props, a craft and games. Includes a goodie bag for each participating guest. Reserve your special date soon.KineticsAcademyofDance.com Call (530) 345-2505 for more info.
Oroville YMCA
(530) 533-9622. tinyurl.com/OrovilleYMCA. 1684 Robinson St., Oroville.
The Y offers unique options for celebrating. It’s a fun- filled environment with a heated outdoor pool. Rent just the pool or the indoor facility or both, which offers some great year-round party options. A lifeguard is included with the pool rental & staff is always on site for assistance. Parties available on weekends only.
Rare Air Trampoline Park
(530) 433-5557. rareairpark.com.
1090 E. 20th St., Chico.
For an active party that all ages will love, book jumping fun in 10,000 sq. feet of trampoline space. Packages offered for any day of the week & any size party. Includes party room, napkins, plates, drinks, setup & cleanup. Bring your own cake & for extra fun, choose add-ons like pizza, extra jump time, tokens & party favor goodie-bags.
Surplus City’s Combat Zone Paintball Park (530) 533-5300. combatzonepaintball.com. 4444 Pacific Heights Rd., Oroville.
Caters to groups of all sizes & ages. Kids’ packages for ages 6 & up (parents can play too) include 2-3 hrs of play with unlimited paint in a separate kids’ area. All group packages happen rain or shine. BBQ grill available for use. Add-on pizza available.
Sweet Chico Confections
(530) 332-9866. sweetchico.com. 121 W. 3rd St., Chico.
For a unique & sweet birthday experience, Sweet Chico Confections offers themed Scavenger Hunts where party guests search the store for many fun candy treats to take home. Book a group party in their dedicated party room or add sweet fun to your birthday celebration with a candy buffet or center- piece. There’s something for all party sizes & budgets.
Terrain Park Climbing Center
(530) 809-0796. terrainparkclimbingcenter.com. 931 W. 5th St., Chico.
Have your next birthday party at Terrain Park Climb- ing Center. The standard group party is 2 hrs long. Includes climbing instruction in your own designated area, all the necessary rental gear, full access to the party room, ping-pong & foosball tables & an amaz- ing party director. Each birthday boy or birthday
girl will also receive a gift from the TPCC staff: a free 2-week climbing membership. Great for ages 6 & up.
Two By Two Ranch & Petting Zoo
(530) 893-1088. twobytworanch.com. 13080 Hosler Ave., Chico.
Have a party at the ranch or let the ranch come to your location with its mobile petting zoo or ponies to ride. Guests at the ranch will take a farm animal tour where children will meet friendly sheep, Nubian & pygmy goats, turkeys, llamas, chickens & others. Pony rides are available & a shaded picnic area is available for use: birthday Parties and Tours currently by appointment only.
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