A Festival for All Ages

 

 

Celebrating the winter waterfowl spectacle at the 10^th Annual Snow Goose Festival in Chico

 

No matter what your age or outdoor interest, there is something for everyone at the 10^th Annual Snow Goose Festival.   Headquartered in Chico but with field trips that spread over three counties, this four-day event, January 22 –25, 2009, serves up a rich offering of nature experiences.  The cast of wildlife characters are many but the main stars of the festival are the thousands of snow geese, swans, ducks and sand hill cranes that travel the great Pacific Flyway many hundreds of miles to their winter stop in the North Sacramento Valley.

 

From little ones to Grandpa, hardy adventurers to armchair enthusiasts, everyone can see the spectacular seasonal show of the majestic Snow Geese.  As they do from November to March, tens of thousands of snow geese will hold court in rice fields and wildlife refuges waiting for festival visitors.   How can visitors see the show?

 

The high adventure types have several day-long choices that will challenge their stamina as they travel high for sightings of Evening Grosbeaks and Varied Thrushes or low for the Eurasian Wigeon and Rough-legged hawks.  Another choice for the fit – a six-mile hike in the Sutter Buttes which is rarely open to the public or a walk along the Paradise Flume Trail.  To see Snow Geese galore, energetic visitors can travel from dawn to dusk and refuge to refuge with a dedicated birding expert.  Or they can learn about birds and other wildlife while snowshoeing in beautiful Lassen Volcanic National Park.

 

The many field trips that leave from the Center offer a range of outdoor experiences that are as varied as the species and habitats in the region.  Whether it’s birding by horseback or touring a rice farm, pursuing a Red-tail on the Raptor Run or finding the fairy shrimp in a vernal pool, there is an adventure awaiting everyone.

 

For kids of all ages, the Family Owl Prowl offers a unique glimpse into the amazing nocturnal world of owls.  Kids can also make Bird Tiles for a community project, have a lesson in beginning birding at the Chico Creek Nature Center  or learn to recycle food waste and grow worms through composting. 

 

Some families may never even leave the Festival Center.  The roomy Masonic Center in Chico will be bulging with exciting exhibits and activities for children and adults.  And it’s not just about birds, there are displays about all the best nature places in the area, the many agencies that contribute to the conservation of our land, workshops on Designing Gardens for Wildlife, How to Grow and Enjoy Slow Foods plus the original art of all the children who entered the State Junior Duck Stamp contest.  Speaking of art – special Festival shows of wildlife art will be open at two local galleries!

 

For those who like to take it easy, there are gentle trips to practice birding basics or workshops that will take you on armchair adventures.  At the Center, noted photographers will give shows on techniques; birding experts will give tips on identification and local authors will share their literary interpretations of the wonders of nature.   

 

Make It a Weekend:  With very affordable rates of $75 per room per night, the two Festival Hotels make it possible to come early and enjoy a Friday night Art Exhibit and Uptown/Downtown Reception or the “Gathering of Wings Banquet” on Saturday night.  The banquet will feature keynote speaker Ed Harper – well-know birder, world traveler and photographer.

 

 

 

Please help save the Barry R Kirshner Wildlife Foundation and Educational Programs!

 

The Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation is a 501(C-3) non-profit organization founded in 1994.  The mission of the Foundation is to educate the public about the care and preservation of wildlife and their habitats, both locally and globally.   Our mission includes providing quality care, non-invasive research and a loving home for abandoned, special needs and critically endangered animals.  The Foundation is supported completely by donations and is operated with a 100% volunteer staff.  There are no paid positions in the Foundation.

The Foundation is home to a variety of non-releasable, endangered, and exotic animals.  Over 80% of our 100 plus animals have special needs.  The Foundation houses a Mountain Lion with a degenerative hip disease, a Black Leopard with a heart valve problem,  a blind White Bengal Tiger, a 500 pound Bengal Tiger that is a cancer survivor, African Lions,  Servals,  a Caracal, Clouded Leopards, Lynxes and Ocelots. The Foundation is also home for Coatimundis, Fennec Foxes, a Wallaby, a blind deer, a river otter and coyote that was hit by a car and an assortment of exotic birds and reptiles.

The Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation provides the communities of Northern California with a valuable educational resource.  We offer both on-site and outreach educational programs lead by our trained volunteer animal handlers. The Foundation shares our animals with school classrooms, assemblies, churches, 4-H, scouts, senior citizens, at-risk youth, hospitals, special community functions and events. The foundation is truly a resource that is treasured by many.  The foundation has touched over 400,000 students and individuals over the last 14 years

Now the time has come to ask for your help to save this valued organization.  Due to the restrictions and location of the current animal sanctuary the foundation has been told to relocate or close.  The current sanctuary is in an agricultural area that has grown in population over the last 14 years and it has become necessary to move.   We are committed to continue our work caring for our animals, educating our schools and the public with our message of hope, care and love for animals, specifically animals with special needs and the habitats they live in.

The great news is we have found a new location that will allow us to continue our work and better serve the communities throughout Butte County, Northern California and visitors from around the country and the world. (We currently have a five year waiting list for schools due to the one bus per month restrictions)  We are now starting our biggest challenge ever and that is to raise the $250,000 to move.  This is the amount we must raise to build the enclosures, security fences, educational classroom and infrastructure for our new sanctuary.

To kick off this fund raising drive we are holding a major online auction in early March 2009.  We are hoping to raise over $25,000 from this event and this is where we need your help.  We are asking for donations of items for our auction.  We are looking for items that will get bidders to dig deep into their pockets for this wonderful cause.  All donations are tax deductable and receipts for your donations will be sent to you. Cash donations are always appreciated.

Please send your donations to the address below, for local pick-up, more information on additional ways you can help and to learn more about the Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation please call Roberta Kirshner at 530.345.1700 or visit us online at www.kirshner.org.

Thank you for your support and please feel free to forward this to anyone you think might like to help.

The Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation

Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation P.O. Box 841 Durham, CA. 95938 Telephone # 530.345.1700

 

 

IT'S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS

 

 

Downtown Chico “Previews” Holiday Cheer

 

Downtown Chico officially kicks off the holiday season this Sunday, November 23^rd from 4-8pm with the much-anticipated Christmas Preview.  This tradition in holiday hospitality celebrates the magic of the season – Downtown businesses debut their holiday cheer by inviting the community to delight in an evening filled with the sights, sounds and smells of the holidays.

Arriving in a horse-drawn carriage, Santa will visit children at his station on Third Street and Broadway from 4:30-7:30 pm. Youngsters can stop by for a visit, a special gift and a photo opportunity. Mix 95.1 FM radio will broadcast live from Broadway and host “Karaoke the Christmas Classics”, a popular Preview pastime. On Main Street, The Blaze 103.5 FM will kick off the annual “Coats for Kids” drive in partnership with City of Chico Fire Department.

Local musicians, carolers and performers add a special ambiance to the downtown streets.  Featured performing groups include:  Sound of the Foothills men’s chorus, The Yule Logs, Sounds of the Valley women’s chorus and the Children’s Choir of Chico.  Many businesses feature performers inside their stores or on display in their front windows -- ballerinas, Irish cloggers, and live mannequins delight on-lookers.

Christmas Preview is produced by the Downtown Chico Business Association and funded in part by the City of Chico.  Community sponsors include Comcast Cable, Tri Counties Bank, Mix 95.1, 103.5 The Blaze, News-Talk 1290 KPAY, KNVN TV 24, KHSL TV 12, Charter Media and Chico Enterprise Record.

 

Chico AirFest 2008

 

 

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Chico AirFest 2008. The Sky's the Limit. Featuring The Canadian Forces Snowbirds jet team. Friday and Saturday, September 26^th and 27^th at the Chico Municipal Airport.

 

Taste of Chico 2008 Served Up on September 7th

Taste of Chico 2008 Served Up on September 7th

The Downtown Chico Business Association (DCBA) invites you to enjoy the 23rd Annual Taste of Chico. This highly acclaimed food, beverage, music and fine-art festival is scheduled for Sunday, September 7^th from Noon until to 4:00 P.M. The event takes place in the heart of Downtown Chico and satisfies the appetites of more than 12,000 locals and visitors.

Over 100 restaurants, breweries, wineries and beverage distributors treat event participants to fabulous fare while they stroll Downtown streets brimming with culture. Four main stages host continuous, live music and performances while the “Open Air Art Gallery” previews fine artists from the Chico Art Center’s Open Studios Art Tour.

Tickets go on sale August 21^st and will be available at Tri-Counties Bank locations and at Diamond W Western Wear. Tickets can also be purchased at Thursday Night Market and Friday Night Concerts. Advance ticket prices are: $28 for a “Wine & Dine” ticket (with alcohol tasting), $20 for a “Full Course” ticket (without alcohol) and $15 for a “Mini Taste”. Tickets can be purchased at the event for an additional $4 each.

A Unique Boutique Experience

 

 

 

A Unique Boutique Experience

The Chico Christmas Boutique (CCB) returns for another exciting day filled with unique and specialty items, vendors from near and far, and shopping, shopping, and more shopping. There will be a few new surprises, more vendors, and our commitment to continued great customer service. Don't miss CCB's special feature of eco-friendly baby and children's products, which include toys and everything any kid (green or not) would want this holiday season. Mark your calendar and join us Saturday, November 8 from 10am-4pm for a festive and special day. Chico Masonic Family Center, 1110 West East Avenue. Call (530) 741-9203 or visit www.chicochristmasboutique.com for more information. This is a FREE event.

 

September is National Reading Month

 

 

September is National Reading Month

 

Please join Reading Specialist Karen Sinell Ed. M.A

to learn the facts about

 

Unlocking the Reading Puzzle

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Thursday, September 11 at 7:00pm

Chico State University, BMU, room 210

 

 

      ●          What are the two major groups of reading deficits?

 

●          Why some smart kids can't read?

 

     ●        Five reading skills for success

 

●        Assessment

 

●        Why scoring software can be misleading

 

●        Strategies for remediation

 

●        Accommodations and products

 

 

Unlocking the Reading Puzzle

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Thursday, September 11 at 7:00pm

Chico State University, BMU, room 210

 

 

COME SING WITH US!

Discover your voice in the world!!   The various choirs of the Children’s Choir of Chico begin rehearsals for the 2008-2009 choir season the week of August 18, with registration continuing the weeks of August 25 & September 1. Join a choir in the Children’s Choir of Chico to learn to read and write music, sing in various languages, and learn songs in many genres, including classical, Broadway, traditional, and folk music from around the world.  Medieval to modern, Bach to Gershwin – you‘ll experience it through the Children’s Choir of Chico!   www.childrenschoirofchico.org.

 

 

Green Aware Fair

Loma Rica , CA - Going Green has never been so much fun! Come on out Saturday, August 23 and enjoy the day at Green Aware Fair (GAF) in the open air foothills of Yuba County from 11am-4pm. The day will be filled with workshops and demonstrations, local eco-friendly and natural businesses featuring their products and services, raffled items throughout the day and silent auction, and good green and natural family fun.    This is a FREE event. For more information visit, http://www.greenawarefair.com/

Children's Fair

Looking for something to do this Saturday.  Come to the Chico mall between 11:00 am and 7:00 pm and see our booth at the children’s fair.

Chico Outlaws Baseball Team

We are having a Back to School Night on Thursday, August 7^th. It is only $1.00 for any K-12 grade student with a student ID or report card. The kids can come out for a great price and watch baseball, get an autograph from Rascal our mascot, or just play in kids zone!. This event was added late in the season, and we are trying to give kids an opportunity to come enjoy themselves before heading back to school.

 

 

Girl Scouts

 

 

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Girls K -5 th Grade: Come join the Girl Scouts & learn how you can be an Ama zing Eco Bug!!  Create your own super cool stickers!  Decorate a grocery tote for your mom!  Eat silly snacks and get creative!!  Pla y fun games! WIN A FREE Chi coBag !! Go Green! Save the Planet! COST: $7 PER SESSION SESSION 1 WHEN: SATURDAY JULY 19TH 9AM - NOON WHERE: OAK GROVE 'A' @ 1 - MILE PARK

 

Green Aware Fair 2008

Enjoy a day filled with organic, natural, and sustainable products and services exhibitors and vendors, eco-friendly education, family entertainment, and green cuisine. Come and see how delicious, healthy, and fun organic, natural, and sustainable living can be and grab a few eco-friendly tips along the way. There will also be raffled items throughout the day, a silent auction, and workshops/demonstrations.

Stay current with GAF News and read the GAF blog daily for valuable resources and information.

Visit Green Aware Fair for more information.

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If you have any questions, then please contact me.

 

Jennifer Smeltser

Event Coordinator

Green Aware Fair 2008

www.greenawarefair.com

(530) 741-9203

 

 

 

Chico Performances has announced their 2008-2009 season.

 

Series Tickets go on sale July 1, 2008.

Individual tickets go on sale August 4, 2008

Please visit www.chicoperformances.com

OPEN ENROLLMENT AT FOREST RANCH CHARTER SCHOOL

 

OPEN ENROLLMENT  UNTIL JUNE 25

* Free K-6 Public School

* Small Class Sizes

* Integrated Thematic Prog

* call Shelly Whipple at 894-1155ram

* Environmental Science

* Individualized Learning

* Transportation Options Available

* Before and After School Care Option

 

For enrollment, to read our charter, hiring, and for general information:

* visit http://charter.forestranch.net/

* e-mail us at charter@forestranch.net, or

 

Green Baby Expo

Green Baby Expo is this Saturday, June 21 at the Chico Fairgrounds from 10am to 5pm. Find more information on the website www.GreenBabyExpo.com. Parking fees and raffle ticket sales will be benefiting those effected by the Humboldt Fire. This is going to be a really exciting event with fun, and prizes for the whole family. This event is for families and everyone interested in Sustaining Their Future.

Thank you,
Cyndi Pereira
www.BabiesinChico.com
Products and Information to support your attachment parenting style.

Treating End-Stage Cancer Patients

Hello All,

Just a very important note about this Friday, June 13th ......  @ 7 PM at the Neighborhood Church's Multi Purpose Room, 2801 Norte Dame Blvd. in Chico.  Dr Lou Niles, one of the Nation's Foremost Naturopathic Doctors, a former San Diego EMT/Fireman will share from his experience of treating End-Stage Cancer Patients what we need to do to allow our body to heal itself and why whole foods must be part of our diet.  Please join us.  $10.00 per person, net proceeds go to THEMOREPROJECT.ORG.

Call me if you're interested in learning more about it.

 

 

Art workshops for children and teens

Art workshops for children and teens

 

Do you have a budding artist in your family? Fairway Art Studio, a private studio located near Butte Creek Country Club, is offering 4-day art workshops for children and teens. Four summer sessions are now forming with separate instruction for three age groups: 5-7, 8-11, and 12+. Taught by professional artists, the program emphasizes the “fun” damentals of drawing and painting. Classes are in the morning from 9:30 – 12:00 Monday through Thursday. Session start dates are: June 23, July 7, July 21, and August 4. For more information, contact Anne Gottlieb at 343-7927 or argottlieb@yahoo.com.

 

Art Workshops

FDA alert on dangerous nipple cream recall

 

 

Posted by Susan Markel, M.D. in Breastfeeding, Recalls | May 27th, 2008 | Trackback

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to consumers not to use a cream sold to nursing mothers to help soothe dry and cracked nipples because it contains ingredients potentially harmful to babies.

Mommy’s Bliss Nipple Cream contains chlorphenesin and phenoxyethanol, which can affect an infant’s central nervous system, causing respiratory depression, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Mothers and caregivers should watch for a decrease in an infant’s appetite. More serious signs would be difficulty in awakening the child, limpness of extremities or a decrease in an infant’s strength of grip and a change in skin color. You must seek  immediate medical attention if your child is showing these signs and symptoms. according to the FDA.

Although product labeling specifically states that there is no need for mothers to remove the cream prior to nursing, the ingredients contained in the product are harmful to nursing infants.

MOM Enterprises, the company marketing the product, is offering a full refund for returned cream and has issued a product bulletin.

Chlorphenesin relaxes skeletal muscle and can depress the central nervous system and cause respiratory depression (slow or shallow breathing) in infants. Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that is primarily used in cosmetics and medications. It may cause vomiting and diarrhea which can lead to dehydration in infants.

“The FDA is particularly concerned that nursing infants are being unwittingly exposed by their mothers to this product with dangerous side effects,” said Janet Woodcock, M.D., director, FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. “Additionally, these two ingredients may interact with one another to further compound and increase the risk of respiratory depression in nursing infants.”

Chlorphenesin can also harm the mother by causing dermatitis, a skin condition that can worsen the drying and cracking of nipple skin.

MOM Enterprises, Inc. is based in San Rafael, Calif. The company has stated that it has discontinued marketing the nipple cream with the potentially harmful ingredients. The FDA is advising consumers to discontinue use of Mommy’s Bliss Nipple Cream and to consult a health care professional if they experience problems or believe that their infant may have experienced problems due to this product. Nursing mothers with cracked, painful nipples, which is often a side effect of nursing, should speak with their health care professional or a certified lactation consultant if the problem is severe or for other treatment options.

It's loads of fun

Hi  everyone,  I'd like to invite all of you to join us at the Threshing Bee
this Saturday.  It's loads of fun.
            Threshing Bee
May 17, 2008 10:00 am-4:00 pm.
Admission is Free   
Tickets for booth events will be available for purchase at the event. 
This is a great family event
We are planning a fun day that will include:
Watching the horses harvest the winter wheat
Jump House            Food
Wagon rides                    Plowing
Games                            Wheat grinding
Apple Pie                        Snow Cones
Chuck Wagon                  Rope making 
Painting Bird Houses    Foam Crafts   
Sidewalk Chalk drawings  Sheep
Wool spinning and much more. 

We would love to see you there!   

Junell Lawrence
Nord Country School

 

Black Tie Fundraiser for the Red Cross in Chico

The American Red Cross Three Rivers Chapter is pleased to announce the selection of twelve local heroes who will be honored during the Chapter’s Black Tie Dinner May 16, 2008. 

As a community leader in emergency preparedness, prevention and response, the American Red Cross is honoring individuals whose extraordinary acts of courage and kindness make them someone's hero. “This is an opportunity for the community to say thank you,” said Martha Griese, CEO of the Three Rivers Chapter. 

 

Individuals being honored on May 16 are:

 

Law Enforcement Hero - Jeff McNulty (Oroville)

            Performed CPR to save the life of a victim of an explosion

Campus Hero - William Schierenbeck  (Oroville)

            Responded to a hostage situation at a local High School

Community Volunteer - Man - Darryl Spressard (Durham)

            Exceptional Volunteerism

Community Volunteer  - Woman - Sandra Sim  (Chico)

Exceptional Volunteerism

Animal Hero – “Please” (Chico)

            Search and Rescue K-9 for 12 years

Medical Hero - Garrett Needles (Oroville)

            Performed life saving CPR on a fellow firefighter

Spirit of the American Red Cross - Lezlie Morrow (Magalia)

            Exceptional Volunteerism with animal rescue and other community services

Good Samaritan - Woman - Roberta Kirshner (Durham)

            Running a Foundation for Wild Animals and Exceptional Volunteerism

Good Samaritan - Man -  Kenneth Ramey (Chico)

            Responded to a shooting in a local shopping center

Good Samaritan – Youth - Felicia Green (Oroville)

            Exceptional humanitarianism

Education Hero - Curtis "Shag" Welty (Chico)

            Performed life saving CPR to save a student’s life

Fire Rescue Hero - Joe Deal (Chico)

            Saved a woman from a house fire

 

 

 

 

This will be the second Black Tie Fundraiser for the Red Cross in Chico, and the first time for the event to incorporate honoring Local Heroes.  Reflecting the mission of the American Red Cross, which brings together ordinary people who donate their time, energy and expertise to help others in their community or around the world, the “Real Hero” event honors those who reflect the Red Cross slogan “Together We CAN Save a Life!”

 

The fundraising event will be held Friday, May 16 at the Big Room at Sierra Nevada Brewery from 6 – 11 p.m. and will include a silent auction, sit-down dinner, award presentation ceremony and dancing to live music by the Rockhounds.

 

TICKET SALES:  Tickets for the event are on sale now.   Call 891-0885 for more information.  Corporate Sponsorships and Table Sponsorships are still available.  Silent Auction donations are welcome!  Contact holly19@sbcglobal.net for details on how to donate.

 

 

Green Baby Expo

Chico residents save the planet, one green family and one green baby (expo) at a time

 

Green Baby Expo to highlight natural and eco-friendly ways to raise our children

CHICO, CA. April 1, 2008 – Now more than ever, people are concerned about the environment and want to find ways to live a greener lifestyle. Parents want the best for their children and seek out natural, healthy, organic, and gentle, products and services. A group of Chico businesses owners and concerned citizens got together to create the Green Baby Expo to educate families about all the wonderful green and natural products and programs available today.

 

The one day event will be held from 10am-5pm on Saturday, June 21st at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico. There will be many vendors from the North Valley and all over the US exhibiting products and services that will appeal to all young families as well as everyone who is eco- minded. There will be entertainment and fun for the whole family with bounce houses, face painting, and animals. The website www.GreenBabyExpo.com provides even more information about this great event.

 

The cost is only $5 per family and each family will receive a reusable bag filled with valuable coupons and goodies. Attendees will also be entered into drawings for thousands of dollars worth of prizes.

After having her baby boy, Cyndi Pereira of Chico, founded www.BabiesinChico.com a website that supports attachment parenting, breastfeeding, babywearing, gentle birth choices and environmental responsibility. “Many parents were excited to see products and information that fit their lifestyle and many more were excited to learn about attachment parenting and green life with a baby- very new ideas to some people. The Green Baby Expo was born as a way to share these ideals with more families,” says Pereira.

Local homeschooling mom and Green Baby Expo committee member, Christy Barker comments, “Having a baby and raising a family can really open your eyes to the importance of teaching our children to take care of the earth so that their children can have a better place to live.”

Amy Evans, owner of Baby’s Boutique and expo committee member says, “I am committed to helping parents find practical methods to raise their families green minded. Small actions of many will have substantial impacts. The future our children inherit can be our greatest gift."

By focusing on babies, the expo will help families get off to a greener start and at the same time provide valuable insights to parents about raising children of all ages. "Everyone's welcome, Bring the whole family! Let’s grow together as we create a better world for us all.” Says Peter Melton, green activist and expo committee member.

 

The Green Baby Expo is sponsored by Fuzzi Bunz reusable cloth diapers, the diapers that makes going green easy, check them out at www.FuzziBunz.com. Other sponsors include: Santa Cruz Organics, Luna Bars, R.W. Knudsen, Moby Wrap, and Frog Mama Baby Carriers.

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ESPAA welcomes public to open house April 29

CHICO, Calif., April 25, 2008 – The community is invited to an open house for ESPAA (Enloe Surgical and Procedural Assessment Area) on Tuesday, April 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Enloe Outpatient Center, 888 Lakeside Village Commons, Bldg A (Use the PromptCare entrance).

 

Guests at the open house will be able to:

·         Tour the renovated facilities

·         Learn how this pre-surgical service serves patients

·         Meet ESPAA staff

·         Experience the ESPAA patient process

·         Enjoy spa cuisine

·         Relax with complimentary hand and shoulder massages for the evening.

 

For more information, call ESPAA at 332-6501.

 

About Enloe Surgical and Procedural Assessment Area: ESPAA (pronounced e-spa) is designed to ensure the best possible surgical experience for Enloe’s patients. It’s made up of a team of registered nurses who meet with patients to provide pre-operative education, assessment and testing. ESPAA coordinates with Northstate Anesthesiology Partners, the group of physicians who provide anesthesiology services at Enloe Medical Center. Benefits of the service include: Patients receive education about their upcoming surgery; the ESPAA staff gathers patients’ medical history and provides any needed exams, sharing results with the patients’ surgeon and anesthesiologist; the staff also checks for and follow up on issues that could create a delay in patients’ surgery, and it provides patients with instructions for the day of surgery, including how to prepare, what medications to take, where to go and the arrival time. For more on ESPAA, visit www.enloe.org/espaa.

 

 

Contemporary Woman II

Contemporary Woman II, second annual all women juried art exhibition featuring local and regional artists.

April 26-May 25

Reception for the artists: Saturday, May 26, 7-9PM. Admission is always free.

Chico Art Center

450 Orange St., suite 6

(on the tracks at 5th and Orange in the Amtrak depot)

Gallery open daily 12-4PM

Info: 530-895-8726 or www.chicoartcenter.com , email: chicoartcenter@att.net

 

 

Speech and Hearing Fair

 

On May 3rd, between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm, the Communication Sciences and Disorders Department and the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association will be hosting the 9th Annual Speech and Hearing Fair. The location of this event will be on the lawn by Aymer J. Hamilton (AJH) on CSU,Chico's campus (right behind the Bidwell Mansion).  Graduate students in the communication disorders major will be offering free hearing, speech, and language screenings to people of all ages (child to adult).  We will have fun events for all ages, food, and informative pamphlets for attendees.

Children that are presenting with language delays, selective mutism, autism spectrum disorder characteristics, articulation errors, stuttering, and so on are encouraged to attend.  People who have suffered traumatic brain injuries and/or strokes that are presenting with cognitive deficits, expressive and receptive language problems, and communication errors are encouraged to attend as well. 


EVENT: 9th Annual Speech and Hearing Fair
Description: Free Hearing, Speech, and Language Screenings for People of all Ages
LOCATION: Aymer J. Hamilton (AJH) Lawn, Right Behind Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park  
Campus Map Location
DATE: Saturday, May 3rd
TIME: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

 

CHICO'S NATIONAL FISHING WEEK EVENT MAY 31, 2008

 

CHICO'S NATIONAL FISHING WEEK EVENT MAY 31, 2008

            To kick off "National Fishing Week", the city of Chico will be welcoming kids to an outstanding free "Hooked On Fishing, Not On Drugs"** event. It is one of the largest single-day children's fishing events in the entire United States!

            Kids 14 and under are invited to come to Horseshoe Lake in Upper Bidwell Park from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 31, for a chance at the 10,000 pounds of channel catfish that will be planted for the event. Admission is FREE, along with all tackle, bait and instruction [limit 1 fish per child]. Kids can even have their catfish cleaned for free.

            Since this is a "kids only" lake, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Expert local anglers will be on hand as coaches. There will be a separate area for the littlest anglers, age 1 to 5.

            There will be plenty of rods and reels available to use free, but all are encouraged to bring their own. Bring your favorite "secret" catfish bait, but please, no lead sinkers at Horseshoe Lake.

With all that help and all those fish, it will be the closest thing to a guaranteed "first fish" for the little ones. To donate, volunteer, or for more information, call 530-891-4757. A great time is sure to be had by all!

** "Hooked On Fishing, Not On Drugs" is a program of the American Sport fishing Association

 

 

Contacts:

Steve Carson

2008 HOFNOD Media Relations Director

2581 Cal Park Dr. #245

Chico, CA 95928

530-893-5735

scarson@sunset.net