December 1, 2008
Visit Santa
Event Contact: (530)223-6702.
Event Location: Mt. Shasta Mall, Redding, Hilltop Dr. & Dana Dr.
Children get their pictures taken with Santa & tell him what’s on their wish list. Walk in the Woodland Friends winter wonderland while waiting to see Santa. M-Sat, 10am-8pm, thru
Dec 24.
December 1, 2008
Little Explorers
Event Contact: (530)243-8850.
Event Location: Turtle Bay, Visitor’s Center, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr.
Activities & stories for 2-5 year-olds & their parents. 10am.
Fee: Free w/park admission, $9-$13.
December 2, 2008
Christmas Boutique
Event Contact: (530)365-8260.
Event Location: 838 Butte St.
Find great gifts at this crafters & vendors boutique. Raffle, benefiting Great Expectation Ministry. All ages. 11am-8pm.
December 2, 2008
Families Honoring Our Troops
Event Contact: (530)241-6095
Event Location: IHOP Restaurant, Hilltop Dr.
Action & support group works on projects to honor our troops. All are welcome. 6pm.
December 2, 2008
Gathering of the Tents of Hope Report
Event Contact: (530) 229-3661
Event Location: 1100 Parkview Ave
Multi-media presentation about the Washington D.C. Gathering of the Tents of Hope event held in early Nov. See how Shasta Co. residents represented our community in responding to the genocide in Darfur, Sudan. All ages. 6pm.
Fee: Free
December 2, 2008
Grandparents Day at the Village Schololhouse Toy Store
Event Contact: (530)243-4000.
Event Location: Village Schoolhouse Toy Store1409 Market St.
Show off pictures of your grandchildren & receive a 10% discount every Tues.
December 3, 2008
Student Day Jazz Concert
Event Contact:(530)242-7730.
Event Location: 11555 Old Oregon Trail.
Hear both the instrumental & vocal sides of jazz, featuring solos from advanced students. Directed by Dr. Elizabeth Waterbury & Dr. Larry Grandy. All ages. 7:30pm. $2.
December 3, 2008
A Cascade Christmas
Event Contact: (530)243-8877
Event Location: Cascade Theatre, 1721 Market St.
Celebrate the spirit of the season with Redding’s holiday dance spectacular. Journey with Sophie in her quest to save Christmas‚ Äîmeet singing Christmas trees, Santa’s Elves, & a toy shop that comes alive. Expect exciting surprises. Ages 1-92. 7pm.
Event Fees:$10-$25.
December 3, 2008
1st Midweek Advent Service
Event contact 221-6686
Event time 6:30 pm
Event Location: Trinity Lutheran Church and School
2440 Hilltop Dr., Redding
Service theme, "Hope"
2nd and 3rd midweek service
themes, "Peace", "Joy".
Also Christmas Eve Service
and Christmas Day 11am service
December 4, 2008
Discovery shop $5 Gift Sale
Event Contact: (530) 244-3032
Event Location:625 Park Marina Drive
We will be offering a wide variety of $5 gifts along with our famous Gift Baskets.
December 5, 2008
Christmas Celebration and
Community Open House
Event Contact: call Sue at 547-2020
Event Location: Palo Cedro Village Shopping Center
Palo Cedro welcomes the Christmas Season!!
December 5, 2008
Community Children’s Christmas Party
Location: Jim Teal Gym, Shasta Lake School, Vallecity Street.
December 5, 2008
Historic Tree Lighting Ceremony
In the Downtown Mall Parking Structure
Entertainment, meet and greet, Carolers
Santa arrives at 5 p.m. Tree Lights up at 7 p.m.
4 to 8 p.m. – Downtown Open House
December 6, 2008
"Find that Perfect Gift" Holiday Craft Faire
Event Contact:(530)221-4849..
Event Location:1905 Hartnell Ave
The Spiritual Enrichment Center invites you to join community members for this fun & festive event featuring crafted treasures, including handmade Christmas wreaths, quilts, jewelry, music & much more! All ages. 10am-4pm.
Event Fee: Free entry.
December 6, 2008
A Cascade Christmas
(See December 3, 2008)
December 6, 2008
Turtle Bay Elementary School Winter Boutique; Redding.
Event Contact:(530)242-9033
Event Location:1330 Arboretum Dr., in cafeteria.
Vendor tables include Dutch Bros, Avon, Pampered Chef, jewelry, candles, arts & crafts. Gift certificates & face painting avail. Also selling bagels, muffins & pizza. Proceeds support Turtle Bay Elementary School’s Parent Faculty Club. All ages. 10am-3pm.
December 6, 2008
Old Time Holiday in the Parks
Contact: Phyllis Swanson (530)242-3421 Location: Tower House Historic District
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
This is a great opportunity for the public to learn about some of our shared local history and enjoy a free and festive event at their National and State Parks.
Fees:Free
December 6, 2008
Light Spectacular at North End of Mall opens
6 p.m. – Lighted Parade
December 6, 2008
Music Max Staff Christmas Jam, &open forum.
Event Contact: (530) 547-7070
Event Location: Music Max 9472 Cedro Lane, #10
Music Max invites you to an Evening of Music and Fun with some of our Staff and Teachers.
Marvin Allen, Wade Craver, Steve Joseph, Tyler Mansfield, and Al Mires will be performing a variety of music and providing an open forum for any questions you might have about Playing, Recording, Equipment, The Music Business etc. This will be very fun and casual. Come by meet the teachers and have some Eggnog, Snacks and fun!
Event fee: Free
December 6-7, 2008
30Th Annual Christmas Bazaar
Event Contact: Vicki (530) 472-3086 or Kim (530) 472-1855
Event Location: Whitmore Fire Hall
Fund Raising event for Whitmore Fire Department. Hand made crafts and gifts, fresh cut Christmas trees. With snacks of lunch bar hot dogs, chili and nachos. Saturday 8m-3pm and Sunday 10am-3pm
December 07 - December 07, 2008
Alternative Christmas Faire
Event Contact: 243-2403
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Event Location:
First United Methodist Church 1825 East St. Redding
Give a Gift that will help change the world this year! The 3rd Annual Alternative Christmas Faire gets bigger and better each year and this year it will feature over 30 different booths with fantastic gift opportunities for you to purchase from a wide variety of organizations including many local non-profits as well as world-wide 21agencies. There will also be a great selection of beautiful artisan handcrafts from around the world for sale. These gifts are sure to please everyone on your list!! This fun event also features Make-it/Take-it crafts/gifts for all ages, a children’s craft area, free refreshments, and holiday music! Get the holiday season started in a meaningful way!! (corner of South and East St. off the lower South street parking lot)
Event Prices: $2.00/person, Children 12 and under FREE
December 9, 2008
Winter Instrumental Concert; Redding.
Event Contact:(530)245-2790.
Event Location: 2200 Eureka Way.
Features seasonal pieces performed by middle through high school University Preparatory School students. All ages. 7pm. Free; donations accepted to help fund music scholarships & instrument purchases.
December 9, 200
A Rockin’ Christmas with the Diamonds
Event Contact: 225-4139 (Redding convention center)
Event Location: Redding Convention Center
A Yuletide Rock N’ Roll Revue Starring Santa’s Favorite Helpers. $20 of each ticket goes directly towards the Shasta’s Women’s Refuge.
Event Prices: $21.50
December 09, 2008
Parson’s Jr High Music at City Hall
Event Contact:225-4512
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Event Location: Redding City Hall 777 Cypress Avenue
It’s Beginning to Sound a lot like Christmas! Come view the decorations while listening to holiday entertainment in Redding’s City Hall. Tuesday, December 9 as Noon Parson’s Jr. High Special Concepts
Event Prices:Free
December 11, 2008
Winter Vocal Concert; Redding.
Event Contact:(530)245-2790.
Event Location:2200 Eureka Way.
Enjoy selected musical pieces performed by University Preparatory School junior & high school vocal students. All ages. 7pm. Free; donations accepted, funds raised support music scholarships & costuming needs.
December 10, 2008
"Help Us Help"
Event Location: Black Bear Diner, Anderson
10% of all revenue at Black Bear Diner goes to the Make A Wish Foundation.
December 12 - 13, 2008
Live Music jazzy-soulful sounds
Event Contact: (530) 246-2190
Event Location: Post Office Saloon 1636 Market St Redding, CA 96001
Allison and Victor will perform at the Post Office Saloon on Friday and Saturday, December 12th and 13th, 8:30pm-11:00pm. With guitar, vocals, and saxophone, this duo blends the sounds of jazz, folk, Latin, blues and R&B in original material and classic standards. They put an entirely new twist on comtemporary music.
Event Prices:
no cover
December 13 , 2008
Allison and Victor at Vintage
Event Contact: 530-229-9449
Event Location: Vintage Wine Bar 1790 Market St Redding, CA
Mixing vocals, saxophone, and guitar with into folk, jazz, and blues, Allison and Victor bring you a rare, enjoyable performance.
Event Prices: No Cover
December 12,2008
Christine Lavin & The Mistletones; Redding.
Event Contact:(530)243-8877.
Event Location:Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St.
Singer Christine Lavine performs smart, funny & incisive songs--a festive mix of hilarious holiday anthems, songs of winter romance & ironic odes to the dysfunction of the season. Local choral group performs as "The Mistletones" for the evening. 7:30pm. $24-$33.
December 12, 2008
Shasta College Community Chorale Concert; Redding.
Event Contact:(530)242-7730.
Event Location:SC Theatre, 11555 Old Oregon Trail.
The Community Chorale sings Carols & Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest by Conrad Susar. A brass choir joins the Chorale performing Daniel Pinkham’s Christmas Cantata. The Women’s Ensemble will also perform. All ages. 7:30pm.
Event Fees: $10/general, $7/students/seniors.
December 13, 2008
2nd Saterday Art Hop
Redding Idol Christmas show
Event Contact: (530)-243-1169
Event Location: Old City Hall, 1313 Market Street.
Come and enjoy a serenade, a delightful concert by few of Redding’s most talented vocalists. The three finalists- Michael Vasquesz, Carol Pingree and Alycia Larson- Grab a cup of hot chocolate, bring the kids and enjoy spirited vocals, then make your way down the numerous downtown Art Hop[ businesses, maybe check out the downtown light display while you are at it. Seating is first come first serve.
December 13, 2008
A Christmas Carol Dance
Performance; Redding.
Event Contact:(530)247-1010.
Event Location:Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St.
Local dancers ages 2-72 invite you to share Scrooge’s journey from humbug to happiness. Many dance styles--the entire family will enjoy. Presented by DreamWeaver Dance Theatre. 2pm &†7pm. $10, ages 4†& under free.†
December 13, 2008
2nd Saturday Art Hop
American Cancer Society
Discovery Shop
Event Contact: 244-3032
Event Location: Discovery Shop 2625 Park Marina Drive, Rdg
December 14, 2008
Larry The Cable Guy
Event Contact: 225-4130
Event Location: Redding Convention Center 700 Auditorium Drive Redding
"Eat, Drink & Be Larry!" with Special Guest Reno Collier. For one night only. Show times are 5PM & 8PM
Event Prices: $44.75 per person
December 15, 2008
Locks of Love Donation Event; Anderson.
Event Contact: (530)945-4053.
Event Location: 2307 Ferry St.
All Tangled Up family hair shop hosts a special Locks of Love event-- come donate your hair (10" min.) for children who have no hair due to medical conditions. Receive a free haircut & style. Drop-ins okay, but it’s best to make an appt. 10am-4pm.
December 17, 2008
Pet Night with Santa; Redding.
Event Contact: (530)223-6702.
Event Location: Mt Shasta Mall. Hilltop Dr. & Dana Dr.
Bring your dog or cat to get a picture with Santa. Please have pet on a leash or in crate. 5-8pm.
December 18, 2008
The Elves and the Shoemaker Theater Show; Redding.
Event Contact:(800)606-0424.
Event Location: Cascade Theatre, 1721 Market St. Tix:
Two merry elves arrive at a small village & discover a poor, gentle shoemaker who clearly needs assistance. Their help, kindness & resourcefulness save the shoemaker from a bleak & unhappy Christmas. For grades K-5. 9:30 & 11am.
Fee: $7.
December 19, 2008
Cypress School Kindergarten Carolers
Event Contact: 225-4512
Event Location: Redding City Hall 777 Cypress Avenue
It’s Beginning to Sound a lot like Christmas! Come view the decorations while listening to holiday entertainment in Redding’s City Hall. Friday, December 19 at 10:30 a.m. Cypress School Kindergarten Carolers
Event Prices: Free
December 19 - December 20, 2008
The Nutcracker
Event Contact: 530 243-8877 Event Location: Cascade Theatre 1735 Market Street Redding, California
Redding City Ballet presents The NUTCRACKER at the Cascade Theatre. Come see this magical holiday tradition that has been dazzling audiences of Shasta County for eleven years. Hailed as "big surprises in small places" by dance spirit magazine, RCB continues to produce dancers with exceptional technical training and artistry for the north state. If you haven’t seen them yet, it’s time to. Tickets on Sale NOW!
Event Prices:
$25.00 Loge
$15.00 Adult/main floor
$10.00 Child/Main Floor (17 under)
December, 19-20, 2008
Discovery Shop
Event Contact: (530)244-3032
Event Location: 2625 Park Marina Drive.
Semi-annual 50% off entire store sale. This is something you don’t want to miss.
Week hours are 10:00am-6:00pm, Saturday hours are 10:00am- 5:00pm, and Sunday Hours are 12:00pm- 5:00pm
December 19, 2008
Holiday Magic Carnival; Anderson.
Event Contact:(530)378-6656.
Event Location: Anderson Community Center, 1887 Howard St.
A festive carnival just for kids! Visit Santa, % enjoy fun games & prizes, face painting, & holiday treats. Free. 5-7pm. Children must be accompanied by adult.
December 20, 2008
Battle of the Bands; Redding.
Event Contact:(530)225-4130.
Event Location: Redding Convention Center, 777 Auditorium Dr.
Event Time; 6pm.
Fee: $15.
December 21, 2008
Holiday Concert & Reception; Redding.
Event Contact:(530)898-5984.
Event Location:All Saints Episcopal Church, 2150 Benton Dr.
The North State Symphony presents holiday favorites, Bach’s Second Brandenburg Concerto featuring soloists, & Mozart’s Exsultate Jubilate featuring vocalist Daun Hayes Weiss, CSUC & Simpson University faculty member. 2pm & 7:30pm.
Fees: $35, includes reception between concerts.
December 24, 2008
Christmas Eve Candle Lighting Service; Redding..
Event Contact:(530)221-4849.
Event Location:1905 Hartnell Ave.
Area families are invited to a traditional service held at the Spiritual Enrichment Center. Reverend Judith Churchman & Reverend Bob Luckin will deliver a Christmas message, followed by a candle lighting ceremony. All ages. 7pm-8pm.
Fee: Free.
December 27, 2008
A Walk With Turtle Bay’s Horticulture Manager; Redding.
Event Contact:(530)243-8850.
Event Location:West Garden Entrance off N. Market St. on Arboretum Dr.
Bring camera & notepad‚Äîguests delve into the Gardens’ incredible variety of plants, their growing requirements & uses. Something new every month! Free w/Park or Garden admission, Meet 9:30am
Fee: $7-$13.
December 29, 2008
Little Explorers at Turtle Bay; Redding.
(See December 1, 2008)
December 31, 2008
Dance in the New Year with the Tripping Billies and Midnight Buffet
Event Contact: 549-5386
Event Location ; Dry Creek Station
in Bella Vista on Hwy 299 across from the Fire Station
Price: Cover includes Midnight Buffet
December 31, 2008
Performance by Magic Bus
Event Contact: 222-3775
or 921-4880
Event Location: Lakeshore Inn
Event Time: 9:30pm - 1:30 am |
For the next few issues, I am going to go over some of the myths that I hear quite often regarding bankruptcy, and hopefully shed some light on areas of confusion. This first myth I hear quite often:
