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ANIMALS 10
Wildlife Rehabs Help Keep NorCal Landscapes
in Balance .............................................................................. 10 Domestic, Exotic & Farm Animals: Shelters,
Sanctuaries And Farms ................................................................. 11 Equine Assisted Learning & Psychotherapy......................... 12 Equine: Clubs, Lessons & Camps for Youth ........................... 12 Pets ....................................................................................................... 13
GRANDPARENTING 62
How to Create Lasting Bonds with Grandparents through Books...................................................................... 62 General Resources .......................................................................... 62
HEALTH 63
Calming the Butterflies ...................................................... 63 How to Turn Time Wasters into an Opportunity
for Mindfulness .................................................................... 72 Childhood Cancer Patient Support ......................................... 64 Childhood Diabetes Patient Support ..................................... 64 Childhood Illness Patient Support ........................................... 64 Children’s Low Cost/No Cost Health Insurance .................. 64 Dental: Low-Cost Clinics & Resources..................................... 64 Dental: Pediatric Dentistry .......................................................... 65 Fitness Centers & Clubs ................................................................ 65 Hotlines............................................................................................... 66 Lactation Services........................................................................... 66 Medical Care ..................................................................................... 68 Mental & Emotional Health......................................................... 68 Occupational Therapy................................................................... 69 Pilates................................................................................................... 69 Smoking Cessation & Substance Abuse Help ..................... 69 Speech Therapy ............................................................................... 70 Vision Therapy, Screenings & Pediatric Eye Exams ............ 70 YMCAs ................................................................................................. 70
PLANET SUPPORT 96
From Tiny Homes to Cabin Kits: Local Innovative Housing Solutions for Eco-Conscious Parents .............. 96 Teaching Our Children to Care for the Earth ...............100 Consignment Stores ...................................................................... 97 Ecological Reserves........................................................................ 97 Native Plant Nurseries................................................................... 97 Surplus Stores & Reconstructed Goods ................................. 98 Thrift Stores ....................................................................................... 98 Recycling Centers ........................................................................... 98 Solar Panel Companies.................................................................99
ARTS 14
Growing With Art ................................................................. 14 More Than What It Seams: What Your Child
Could Gain from Learning to Sew .................................... 19 Arts Businesses and Organizations.......................................... 15 Dance & Musical Theatre.............................................................. 15 Hands-On Art Instruction ............................................................ 15 Music Instruction & Groups ........................................................ 16 Music Schools................................................................................... 16 Sewing & Needle Arts Classes.................................................... 16 Theater Companies & Theater Groups For Youth............... 16 Youth Music....................................................................................... 18
SAFETY 101
Emergitek: First Responder Family Helps Others Respond Quickly and Skillfully.......................................101 How to Prepare Your Family for a
Weather Emergency ............................................................. 104 Babysitting Training Courses....................................................102 Bike & Board Helmets..................................................................102 Car Seat Safety ...............................................................................102 COVID Resources...........................................................................102 CPR & First Aid Training ..............................................................102 Domestic Violence, Trafficking & Abuse Prevention.......102 Fire Safety.........................................................................................103 Product Recalls & Awareness Websites................................103 Water Safety ....................................................................................103
BIRTHDAY LOCATION IDEAS 20
CULTURAL AWARENESS 25
HEALTHY FOOD RESOURCES 73
The Community Within: Nurturing Your Child’s Microbiome for Optimal Health ....................................... 70 CSAs...................................................................................................... 74 Farm Trails .......................................................................................... 74 Harvest Happenings......................................................................74 Healthy Foods Organizations, Nutrition Info & Support.....76
EDUCATION 27
Help Your Child Build a Strong Foundation f
or Learning............................................................................ 27 Follow the Leader: 9 Ways to Instill Leadership
Qualities in Children ........................................................... 42 Adult Education............................................................................... 28 Early Childhood Education ......................................................... 28 Field Trips & Tours ........................................................................... 29 Fundraising Ideas............................................................................ 34 Homeschool Support & Resources.......................................... 34 Homework Help Websites........................................................... 35 Learning Services & Tutoring ..................................................... 35 Libraries & Early Childhood Literacy ....................................... 35 Nature Education ............................................................................ 36 Schools: Colleges ............................................................................ 36 Schools: Private................................................................................ 36 Schools: Public Schools County Offices................................. 36 Teacher & Classroom Support ................................................... 37
SCIENCE & NATURE 105
Butte Environmental Council Offers R.A.R.E. Opportunity ........................................................................ 105 Geology & Rockhounding.........................................................106 Nature & Wildlife Centers, Organizations & Rescues ......106 Planetariums, Observatories & Astronomy ........................107 Science & Technology .................................................................107 Spelunking (Caves).......................................................................107
MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL SITES 80
Hunting for Gems at Gaumer’s Mineral and Mining Museum with the Treasured Gaumer Family ................ 80
PARKS, RECREATION & SPORTS 84
When They Don’t Make the Team .................................... 84 Unleash Family Fun with the New Expansion
at Terrain Park Climbing Center........................................ 88 Learn to Keep Your Kids Safe through
C.A.P.E. Training .................................................................... 93
Aquatics: Swim Instruction, Pools, Centers & Parks .......... 85 Baseball ............................................................................................... 86 Bicycling & Local Bike Trails......................................................... 86 Bowling ............................................................................................... 89 Cheerleading .................................................................................... 89 Climbing Walls/Towers ................................................................. 89 County Parks Departments......................................................... 90 Football ............................................................................................... 90 Freerunning/Parkour ..................................................................... 90 Golf: Clubs, Courses, Miniature Golf & Resorts.................... 90 Gymnastics ........................................................................................ 90 Hiking .................................................................................................. 91 Hockey: Ice & Roller........................................................................ 91 Indoor Play Areas ............................................................................ 91 Kart Racing ........................................................................................ 92 Kayaking ............................................................................................. 92 Lacrosse .............................................................................................. 92 Martial Arts ........................................................................................ 92 Paintball & Airsoft Parks & Fields............................................... 92 Pickleball ............................................................................................ 92 Recreation Departments ............................................................. 92 Rodeo................................................................................................... 94 Rowing ................................................................................................ 94 Running .............................................................................................. 94 Skateboarding.................................................................................. 94 Skating: Roller Facilities ................................................................ 94
SINGLE PARENT RESOURCES 108
Help for Low-Income Single Parents and Families..........108 Parenting and Enrichment Classes ........................................109 Parent and Single Parent Support Groups .........................110 Playgroups .......................................................................................110 Separation & Divorce...................................................................110
FAMILY LIFE & SUPPORT 44
Taking a Bite out of the Sandwich Generation ............. 44 What to say and do (and what NOT to say and do)
for someone experiencing grief....................................... 49 How to Foster a Love of Early Literacy in Your
Young Child........................................................................... 52
Three to Six in Fourteen Weeks ................................................. 55 Backyard Solutions......................................................................... 45 Early Childhood Programs .......................................................... 45 Family & Community Resource Centers ................................ 46 Food Banks ........................................................................................ 47 Foster Care & Adoption ................................................................ 48 Grief Support .................................................................................... 48 Legal Assistance .............................................................................. 48 Parenting Classes & Enrichment ............................................... 50 Playgroups ......................................................................................... 50 Toy Shops: Specialty & Locally Owned................................... 50 Twins & Multiples ............................................................................ 51
SPECIAL NEEDS 111
Shriners Children’s Northern California Offers Personalized Care for Complex Medical Conditions..111 Sensory Innovations: Empowering All Ages
Through Play and Occupational Therapy.....................112 Parent Infant Programs — Early Developmental Intervention for North State Families ...................................118 General Resources........................................................................114 Diverse Ability Swim Lessons...................................................117 Equine Assisted Learning & Psychotherapy.......................117 Sports.................................................................................................117
YOUTH, TEENS & VOLUNTEERS 119
Scholarship Opportunities........................................................119 Teen Employment ........................................................................119 Volunteer Opportunities for Youth & Teens .......................119 Youth & Teen Clubs & Centers..................................................121
FRUGAL FAMILIES 60
Important Things to Teach Your Child About Money .. 60
Budgeting & Financial Planning Assistance......................... 61 Consignment Stores ...................................................................... 61 Surplus Stores & Reconstructed Goods ................................. 61 Thrift Stores ....................................................................................... 61
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Snow Sports: Parks & Programs ................................................ 94 Soccer .................................................................................................. 94 Swim Teams....................................................................................... 95 Tennis................................................................................................... 95 Trampoline ........................................................................................ 95 Wrestling ............................................................................................ 95 Ziplining.............................................................................................. 95