Date: December 6-8^th

Location: 5th And Salem Street - Downtown Chico

Santa - Enterntainment - Refreshments - Informal Home Tours - Hot Knudsen's Spiced Cider, Bidwell Hot tea and Homemade cookies

Friday: 6 to 9 PM

Saturday: 12 TO 6 PM

Sunday: 1 TO 4 PM

Outdoor Christmas Tree Lighting Friday at 6:00 PM

Donations: $6.00 for Adults - $2.00 Children ( At the Door)

Pre-SaleTickets:  $5.00 Adults - $1.00 Children, Available at Sweet Chico Confections - Brambley Cottage - Cal Java W. East Avenue or online http://www.stansburyhome.org

Orient and Flume Special Holiday Raffle

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Vitalant Monthly Blood Drives [LINK]

NEW BLOOD DRIVE LOCATIONS ADDED.

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Vitalant Chico Center
555 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico

Monday  8:15am-2:00pm
Tuesday  12:00pm-6:00pm
Wednesday  9:00am-2:00pm
Thursday  12:00pm-5:00pm
Friday  7:30am-2:00pm
Saturday  8:00am-1:00pm

Sunday 7:00am-12:00pm  UPDATED

Azad’s Martial Arts Family Center is offering a series of self-defense classes for all adults in our community called Personal Defense Training (PDT). 
FIRST-TIME ADULT PDT is entirely FREE* and open to the general public.  PDT is designed to make students and the public more aware, prepared, and ready for any hostile situation anywhere.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: [LINK]

Williams Community Blood Drive
Tuesday, November 19 | 2pm–6pm
Located at Granzella’s Banquet Center- 457 Seventh Street, Williams
As a thank you, receive a $5 Starbucks card.

Where: 6626 Skyway, Paradise.

The District will announce Rink hours soon.

The District will start with general skating and hopes to offer skate lessons, adult Coffee Club skating, stroller skating, and themed events. The District is scheduling events and taking reservations in anticipation of a busy year.

Sponsors and donors may contact the District Office at (530) 872-6393 or at info@ParadisePRPD.com

After the opening, the District will reactivate the Ice Rink hotline, (530) 872-6972 with updates on weather and hours.

Organization Name - Alzheimer's Association - North Valley Area
Event - Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Date of Event - 11/19/2019

Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m
City - Red Bluff
Description of Event - Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia An education program presented by the Alzheimer’s Association® ALZHEIMER’S IS NOT NORMAL AGING. It’s a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Join us to learn about: » The impact of Alzheimer’s. » The difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia. » Alzheimer’s disease stages and risk factors. » Current research and treatments available to address some symptoms. » Alzheimer’s Association resources. Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Location :Brookdale Red Bluff 705 Luther Road Red Bluff, CA 96080 Cost: FREE Registration is required. Please contact Kindra at 530.895.9661 or kadcock@alz.org
Contact Name/Phone Number (will not be given out) - 5308959661
Contact Email (for verification only) - kadcock@alz.org

Enloe Medical Center Blood Drive 
Wednesday, November 20 | 12pm–5:30pm
Located in the Enloe Conference Center/Esplanade Building– 1528 Esplanade, Chico
As a thank you, receive a $5 Starbucks card.
 

Beale Air Force Base Blood Drive
Thursday, November 21 | 11am–3pm
Located on the bloodmobile in the Beale AFB BX Parking Lot- 17600 25th Street, Bldg 2434
As a thank you, receive a $5 Starbucks card.

LPO Alliance Band Banquet And Raffle

Las Plumas High School And Oroville High school.

Date: Nov 22^nd doors open at 5

Location: Oroville Municipal Auditorium

Banquet Cost: Banquet Dinner $ 40 each or $75 a couple

Hundreds of dollars in raffle prized that include: Gift Certificates, Gifts, Prizes, Baskets, And More!!

 #QUESTFORCARNEGIE

Team Apparel Available At : http://millersgraffixstore.com/lpo/shop/home

Since 1978, Christmas Preview has been a Downtown Chico tradition...drawing folks together in the heart of our community to officially kick off the holiday season!  Downtown merchants roll out the red carpet and present the finest in hometown hospitality, debuting their holiday offerings, showing off fabulous decorations, and providing delicious refreshments and entertainment.

 - Santa Claus available for a visit and photo opportunity with the kiddos from 4:30-7:30pm (Santa booth located on Main Street between 3rd & 4th.  Santa photos will be available for purchase from $10, no personal photos please.  Due to time constraints Santa will not be able to meet with children not sitting for photos.
 - Complimentary bicycle valet hosted by Chico Velo (on 3rd Street between Broadway and Salem)
 - Sounds of the Valley Women's Chorus caroling throughout the event
 - Mix 95.1 Christmas Karaoke
 - 103.5 The Blaze partnering with Chico Fire to collect toys for Adopt a Family
 - Snapshots Photo Bus offering one-of-a-kind souvenir photos
 - An organic, one-of-a-kind, Chico hometown holiday vibe...the best around!
 

WEBSITE

https://www.downtownchico.com/event-christmas-preview_14.htm

Community Christmas Tree Lighting | 8pm | Downtown Chico Plaza

Join us at the end of Christmas Preview with a Celebration of Light in the City Plaza at 8 pm, including the Community Christmas Tree Lighting. A short program of music & uniting words will culminate in the arrival of Santa to light the Christmas Tree.

City Plaza will come alive from the glow of the more than 2,000 LED lights during the lighting of the Annual Community Christmas Tree! Guests will enjoy a musical program and join Santa, and others in the countdown to light the tree in City Plaza. Make it an evening in Downtown Chico with dinner and drinks at a popular restaurant.

WEBSITE

https://www.downtownchico.com/event-community-christmas-tree-lighting_15.htm

Knights of Columbus #2145 Blood Drive
Sunday, November 24 | 9am–12:30pm
Located in the Old Parish Hall- 335 Oak Street, Colusa
As a thank you, receive a Vitalant t-shirt.
 

Durham Community Blood Drive
Tuesday, November 26 | 3pm–6pm
Located at the Dollar General- 9385 Midway, Durham
As a thank you, receive a $5 Dutch Bros card.

Feather River Cinemas Blood Drive
Wednesday, November 27 | 2pm–6pm
Located on the bloodmobile 
2690 Feather River Blvd, Oroville
As a thank you, receive a FREE movie pass.

The 14th Annual Run for Food 5k run/walk will take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28 at 9 am at One Mile Recreation Area in Lower Bidwell Park.  The proceeds from this event will benefit the Jesus Center.  For more information and to register, visit us at http://www.runforfood.com

The Las Plumas- Oroville Alliance band is making a trip across the country to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City!

The band performed in 2018 in Seattle and the band instructor, Michael Walker, said they won the top overall band title out of 67 other programs. they earned the privilege of performing on stage at Carnegie Hall.

The bands performance at Carnegie Hall is on April 11th and so far they have raised $50,000 raised of their $210,000 goal.

Donations for the band can be dropped off at Las Plumas or Oroville High Schools or can be mailed to:

LPO Band Boosters- PO Box 1455 Oroville, CA 95965

Come Audition for Love, Sex and The IRS.

A comedy by William Van Zandt & Jane Milmore

They are looking for:

2 men 25-40 yrs old

2 women 25-40 years old

2 men and 1 women 40-65 years old

Auditions will be December 5th and 6th 6:30- 8pm @ 1740 Bird St Oroville.

Get in the holiday spirit as the CARD Community Center transforms into Santa’s Village! Choose what time you would like to have breakfast and then use the rest of the time to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and make crafts with the elves. Roots Catering will be serving pancakes and other wonderful breakfast treats. We will have four breakfast seating’s on the hour and the crafts and other activities will be available throughout the duration. 
Date: Saturday, Dec. 7th 
Time: 8 am – 12 pm
Location: CARD Community Center, 545 Vallombrosa
Cost: $14 (every person 2 years and older must be registered. Space is limited and will sell out, so register early!) 
 

For Info

http://www.chicorec.com/2019-12-07-breakfast-with-santa

Butte Humane Society’s Supper Club serves to support our mission of saving lives, finding homes, and inspiring compassion within our community. Join us the first Wednesday of every month at one of our local fine restaurants for a “four paw” dining experience.

Tuesday, December 10th, 11am-7pm

IKE'S LOVE & SANDWICHES
648 W. 5th Street, Chico

The following restaurants have pledged to donate 15% of the sales to Butte Humane Society.

We are currently recruiting 2019 Supper Club hosts. If you are a restaurant who would like to be involved and make a difference in the community, please contact Mandy McClaine at 530-343-7917 x107 or via email  mandymcclaine@buttehumane.org  You can also fill out our online form, and we will reach out to you!

ONLINE FORM

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSda0jj2chq-nF1xq7kfX35aMMBw36oFbv2TFTnLv8IXj37bUw/viewform

Come downtown, park for free and do some Holiday shopping.
*remember, all other parking restrictions and laws apply including time limits.

Where: The Salvation Army Chico Corps & Community Center 567 E 16th St, Chico.

For ages 60+. Small Fee Per Session

Come Exercise, Learn & Socialize!

Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays 9am - 11 am.

For more information call: 530-776-1009 or email: katherine.vandolsen@usw.salvationarmy.org

1-800-273-TALK

www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Available for all new parents, pregnant mothers and parents of children 5yrs old or under.

When: Orland, Monday's 5-6 pm

           Willows, Wednesday's 5-6 pm

Where: Orland, Orland Student & Family Resource Center. 201 Mill St.

            Willows, First 5 Glenn County- Nurturing Nest. 1035 W. Wood St.

Where: Orland Library Meeting Room

Come in and try out Vive virtual reality. They have many different programs to choose from. All ages welcome. 17 and under do need parents permission. Limit 20 minutes per person per day. You can call ahead of time and reserve a time slot at (530) 865-1640.

CHICO

Morning Farmers Market, Wednesday | year-round
Chico Wednesday morning farmers market! year-round
Come see what's fresh EVERY Wednesday 7:30am-1pm in the North Valley Plaza Parking lot on Pillsbury Road.

https://chicofarmersmarket.com

Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/ChicoCertifiedFarmersMarket/
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Morning Farmers Market, Saturday | year-round
Come see what's fresh EVERY Saturday 7:30am-1pm – rain or shine. Wall & East 2nd Streets, Downtown Chico Municipal Parking Lot

https://chicofarmersmarket.com

Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/ChicoCertifiedFarmersMarket/

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Downtown Thursday Night Market | April 6 - Sept 26

Explore Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market weekly  6:00-9:00pm on Broadway from 2nd to 5th Streets and enjoy special events in the Downtown Plaza.

WEBSITE:
https://www.downtownchico.com/event-thursday-night-market_16.htm

PARADISE

Morning Farmers Market, Tuesday | May 15 - Oct 8  UPDATED
Paradise Tuesday morning Farmers Market in the Alliance Church parking lot at 6491 Clark Rd.
We will be here every Tuesday 7:30am-12pm. Come see what's fresh!

https://chicofarmersmarket.com

Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/ChicoCertifiedFarmersMarket/

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OROVILLE

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Morning Farmers Market, Saturday | May 14 – Oct 19
New Location: Dove's Landing 2600 Oro Dam Blvd.
7:30am-12:00pm

GRIDLEY

Gridley Farmers Market, Tuesday | May 16 - Aug 15 UPDATED

Daddo Park- Virgina & Hazel Streets, downtown Gridley. 5:00pm-8:00pm
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/GridleyFarmers/

CORNING

ARBUCKLE

Arbuckle Certified Farmers Market, Wednesday | June - August
In downtown Arbuckle. The Market is held Wednesday evenings from 5:00-7:00 and is hosted by the Arbuckle Revitalization Committee. The Market features locally grown fruit, vegetables, nuts, eggs, flowers, olive oil, meat and crafts. It also features a weekly bbq dinner. For more information on this Market, please contact: mary@wiseacrefarm.org, or visit https://www.colusacountygrown.org/Farmers%20Markets.html

COLUSA

Colusa Certified Farmers Market, Thursday | June - Sept
Veterans Memorial Park- Located on 10th and Market Streets. The Market is held on Thursday evenings from 4:00-7:00pm and is hosted by the Colusa County Chamber of Commerce. The Market features fruit, vegetables, nuts, eggs, flowers, crafts and fresh mushrooms from Colusa’s own Premier Mushrooms. For more information on this Market, please contact: diazdrive@gmail.com
https://www.colusacountygrown.org/Farmers%20Markets.html

RED BLUFF

Red Bluff Saturday Certified Farmers' Market | year-round

8:00am to 12:30pm, Home Depot, 100 Main Street.

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Red Bluff Certified Farmers' Market, Wednesday | June - Sept

5:00pm to 8:00pm 633 Washington Street and Pine Streets, downtown

Kids Activities 5:30-7:30PM every Wednesday

Contact: 100 Main St/PO Box 850, Red Bluff, CA 96080 | P 530 527-6220 | F 530 527-2908

info@redbluffchamber.com

Want to be a vendor? Obtain a vendor application online at www.redbluffchamber.com

WILLOWS

Willows Community Market | June 2- August 26

8am- 11am Saturdays 811 N. Humboldt St, Tractor Supply Parking Lot

Contact: Willows Chamber of Commerce if interested in being a vendor (530) 934-8150

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Butte County Search & Rescue - to provide a professional, large scale response to missing person's cases, with the ultimate goal of finding the missing person(s) alive.

If you would like to become a part of our team - we are always recruiting for new members. Our next General meeting is May 14th, please plan on attending, and see if becoming a member of our team is a good fit for you.

Butte County Search & Rescue are funded entirely by donations. These funds will help us "keep the lights on", and insures that we will be there the next time our community needs us.

FACEBOOK | http://www.facebook.com/BCSAR
WEBSITE | http://www.buttesar.org
YOU TUBE | http://www.youtube.com/user/buttesar

DONATE TO BUTTE COUNTY SEARCH & RESCUE

http://www.buttesar.org/donate/

The Butte County Fire Safe Council will help you reduce the fuel on your property and make your homestead more defensible thru licensed contractors at NO COST to you. 

Contact BCFSC at (530)762-9717 or jimh@buttefiresafe.net 

Get your landowner agreement now! 

Resource you need all in one location. updated daily. [LINK]

CALL: dial 211 to speak with a community resource specialist and get connected to FREE and low-cost services. Confidential, Free, Multilingual

TEXT your zip code to 898211

Website: http://www.Butte211.org

Basic Needs, Children Parenting Family services, Health Insurance, health & Dental Care, Transporation, Employment & Job Training programs, Alcohol & Drug treament, Nutrition programs, Utilities Payment assistance, Counseling & Support services, Recreational activities, Veteran services

SPONSORED BY: BCAG | First 5 Bute county | California Health Collaborative | Fran Watters & Mary Anne Houx Children's Fund | NVCF

For Fire Hazard Reduction:

1. Call the BCFSC at (530) 877-0984 

2. The Chipper Program operates from the end of the fire season, typically in November, through May 15 

3. How to stack rows for the Chipper Program: 

    - Stack cut brush and limbs in a row within five feet of the road or driveway edge.  Stack with the ends facing toward the road or driveway. 

    - Rows should be stacked no more than four feet high.

    - Keep mud, rocks, roots, and rootballs out of the rows.

    - Keep poison oak out of the rows. 

    - Locate the rows so the truck and chipper can easily access them; no off-road locations allowed.

4. Please note that the chipper material will not be hauled away. 

5. The Chipper Program does not provide chipping for orchard material or timber harvest material. 

6. Limds end up to eight inches diameter and not more then 10 feet in length may be chipped.  

https://www.buttefiresafe.net/

Burned area restoration work. Terra Fuego Fuels Crew. Low-cost assistance for lands affected by the Camp fire:

- Brush cutting and chainsaw work for fire victims,

- Improvement of burned or partially burned areas,

- Reduction of standing dead material,

- Limitations of felling to < 10" diamenter trees,

- Some restrictions apply.

Cost $250. / Day fora 6-Person Fuels Crew.

for more informatuion  info@terrafuego.org  |  530 899-8399

Terra Fuego is a nonprofit 501c(3), have supported frie prevention and training in California since 2011. Providing nationally recognized training for underemployed residents in Butte County and manage landscape prescribed fire and forest improvement projects. http://www.terrafuego.org  or Instagram @terra_fuego

Registration for Girls on the Run of the North State's Spring 2019 season is now open! We have active sites in Butte, Tehama, Shasta, and Siskiyou counties! Girls on the Run is much more than a Running Program. We inspire girls 3rd-8th grades to lead joyful, healthy and confident lives. Our trained coaches follow a curriculum that builds upon a girls' sense of self and makes her realize her limitless potential. It also provides coping tools to help with life's toughest challenges, with group discussions that allow girls to open up and connect.
Girls on the Run's program registration will open Wednesday Jan 23rd at 6 am!
Visit our website for info about active school sites and more.  http://www.gotrnorthstate.org

In the event of a disaster or emergency, Butte County Animal Control, Butte County Public Health Department and the North Valley Animal Disaster Group have established an animal disaster plan. Evacuation services and animal sheltering may be available for families who are unable to return to their homes or are temporarily unable to provide for their animals in the midst of a disaster.

Animal Disaster Preparedness Brochure [PDF]
http://www.buttecounty.net/Portals/21/Animals/Resources/AnimalDisasterBrochure.pdf

Checklist for Your Pets:
• Sturdy leash, collar with ID tag and carriers
• Muzzles for dogs
• Grooming supplies
• Paper towels and wipes
• Food, water and medicine for 1 week
• Non-spill bows, can opener and plastic lid
• Sanitation supplies including litter and box if applicable
• Photos of your pet for reunification
• Crate with bedding
• Emergency contact phone numbers, including vet
• License and vaccination records
• Pet first aid kit and handbook
• Water spray bottle in warmer climates
• Other; portable fencing, treats
 

WEBSITE:
http://www.buttecounty.net/ph/Animals/Emergencies-Preparedness.aspx

FACEBOOK:
http://www.facebook.com/events/1023687877714534/

Registration Now Open

1 - ON - 1 lessons 

30 minute classes

$25

Spots Open for Saturdays 9am - 1pm

call DRPD (Druham Recreation & Park District)  for more info

530-345-1921

We have been challenged this year like no other and we are grateful for all of you who helped Habitat build affordable housing for our communities. Our long-term planning has begun and we are collaborating with others in our county to be sure that affordable housing remains a top priority.
Your help in the past has made a significant difference to so many people.

DONATE

https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=96e531

Three major philanthropic initiatives supporting the Camp Fire relief effort have joined forces to create the Butte Strong Fund — a partnership that will work to provide a roadmap for recovery. Organizations are encouraged to apply for grants in these areas: Housing | Children & Youth Services | Health and Wellness | Education | Community Development | Business Recovery
Visit  http://www.buttestrongfund.org
 

The Butte Strong Fund is a partnership of the North Valley Community Foundation (NVCF), Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and the Aaron Rodgers NorCal Fire Recovery Fund. Representatives from each organization will work together throughout the long-term process to identify and fund local recovery organizations.

Thousands of people donated roughly $25 million for Camp Fire relief to the NVCF.

APPLY FOR FUNDING (Organizations only)
http://buttestrongfund.org/apply-for-funding/

Tax-deductible donations can be sent to Butte Strong Fund, 240 Main St., Suite 260, Chico, CA 95928 or by visiting  http://www.nvcf.org  and clicking Donate.The North Valley Community Foundation (NVCF) uses just 1 percent of donations to put a small dent in the cost of processing, documenting, vetting grant applications and, most important, distributing funds to the people who need it.

In response to the tragic events surrounding the recent camp fires in Paradise and surrounding areas, E-Center would like to raise awareness for all families of our various free of charge services.  E-Center’s Head Start programs offer no-cost early childhood development services to income eligible families with infants, toddlers and pre-school age children. Our program focuses on preparing your children for kindergarten, while providing comprehensive services including nutritious meals, health screenings and services for the family. In addition, 10% of Head Start slots are allocated to children with special needs. E-Center offers home base, full day, extended day and part-day options in Yuba, Sutter, and Butte Counties. Call 530-741-2995 to schedule your appointment or visit  http://www.ecenter.org  for more information. 

E Center is a private non-profit agency that builds healthy communities through education, employment and environmental awareness. We are an agency that envisions strong, healthy communities that are inclusive of all.
E Center- 1506 Starr Drive, Yuba City, CA 95993 | Phone: 530-634-1200, Fax: 530-671-1042 | ecenter@ecenter.org

Head Start Programs Office- 840 Cooper Avenue, Yuba City, CA  95993 | 530-741-2995, Fax: 530-822-9584
Toll Free: 1-866-417-4255

For income eligible families with infants, toddlers, and pre-School age children.

Focus on preparing children for Kindergarten, while providing comprehensive services including: nutritious meals, health screening, and services for the family. 10% of Head Start slots are allocated to children with special needs. E-Center offers home-base, full-day, extended-day and part-day options in butte and Yuba Counties.

Call 530 741-2995 to schedule an appointment or visit online http://ECENTER.org

If you are a Senior Citizen needing affordable housing, applications for admission to the wait list are being accepted at JARVIS GARDENS, 2001 NOTRE DAME BLVD CHICO, CA.  JARVIS GARDENS SENIOR APARTMENTS is a 49 unit apartment complex for seniors - whose head of household/co-head or spouse is 62 years of age or older.  For more information call the facility at (530) 345-1384 TTY/TTD: - 711
JARVIS GARDENS SENIOR APARTMENTS ADHERES TO ALL FAIR HOUSING LAWS.

Pet Food & Supply Pantry open everyday! 9 am to 5 pm at 1356 Longfellow Ave Chico

Supplies Avaliable:

Dry cat food, Wet cat food, Cat litter, Cat litter boxes, Cat treats, Cardboard cat carriers, Dog kennels/crates of all sizes, Leashes, Harnesses and collars, Dog and cat beds, Dog jacket/sweaters, Food and water bowls, Cat and dog toys, Wire dog pens

For more information go to: www.facebook.com/buttehumanesociety

The Silver Dollar Speedway (SDS) is continuing its efforts to offer scholarships to Auto technology students at Butte College.

SDS will be accepting donations during the 2018 race season, and the funds will be distributed to the Butte College Foundation (BCF) to assist students in the Auto Technology Program.

Donations are tax deductable and the Butte College Foundation will provide a receipt (if requested) for donations of $50 or more. Each $ 500 prvided to the BCF will create a scholarship for and Auto Tech student.

During SDS events, there will be a cash can at the t-shirt booth. During the off-season, you can mail your contributions to:
Silver Dollar Speedway, attn: SDS Scholarships, 2334 Fair Street, Chico, CA  95928

To learn more about the scholarships, contact Butte College Foundation | foundation@butte.edu | 530 895-2359

Safety is the number one priority for you and your crew while you're out on the water, and getting a head start before your trip is now easier than ever. to complete a state approved, NASBLA! certified, boating safety course.

If you have not completed a safe boating course yet it's not too late! You can either complete an in-person or online course from your state of residence (see links below), or you have the option to complete a classroom course from the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary or United States Power Squadron.

CALIFORNIA
California Department of Boating and Waterways
http://www.dbw.ca.gov
The California course cannot be taken online. (See the CDBW site for details.)
boat-ed.com
http://boat-ed.com

Check out these other fun sites for more water safety tips:

Find out more about WEAR IT!
http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com
National Water Safety Congress
http://www.watersafetycongress.org
The United States Coast Guard - boating safety page
http://www.uscgboating.org

Across the country, in our communities, we share everyday moments with our neighbors, family, coworkers, and friends.  We go to work or school, the grocery store, or the gas station.  It's easy to overlook these routine moments, but as you’re going about your day if you see something that doesn't seem quite right, say something.  By being alert and reporting suspicious activity to your local law enforcement you can protect your family, neighbors, and community.
"If You See Something, Say Something®" engages the public in protecting our homeland through awareness-building, partnerships, and other outreach.

https://www.dhs.gov/see-something-say-something

Reporting Suspicious Activity
To report suspicious activity please contact your local law enforcement. Describe specifically what you observed, including:
 - Who or what you saw;
 - When you saw it;
 - Where it occurred; and
 - Why it's suspicious.
If there is an emergency, call 9–1–1.
 

http://www.womensresourceclinic.org

http://www.facebook.com/pg/Womens-Resource-Clinic-134223569935367

We are a faith-based pro-life crisis pregnancy clinic in Chico.

We serve pregnant women in our community no matter what their choice is. We offer tools and resources for women to feel empowered to become mothers.

115 W 2nd Ave., Chico, California. Call (530) 897-6100

Mobile Medical Clinic Hours- Friday 10am-4pm
2255 Pillsbury Rd. Chico, CA (Butte Bible Fellowship Parking lot)

Did you know that by 2050 there will be more plastic by weight in the ocean than there is fish? That is why the sustainability management association along with local businesses such as hula’s Chinese Barbecue, Kleen Kanteen, Recology Butte Colusa and many more are teaming up to start the Strawless Challenge. The Strawless Challenge is an effort to reduce single-use plastic by having restaurants offer straws by demand or other alternatives such as paper or reusable straws.

Join the movement today at https://www.strawlesschallenge.com or join us on instagram and together we can be the change.
 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StrawlessChallenge/

San Francisco, CA – California Poison Control System (CPCS) (http://www.calpoison.org) reminds Californians that with warm weather, rattlesnakes are more likely to be found on hiking trails and sunning in rural areas. Even baby rattlesnakes possess dangerous venom as soon as they hatch.

A rattlesnake bite can produce painful swelling, bruising, tissue destruction, bleeding problems and, in rare cases, can be fatal. Most bites occur between the months of April and October. (Click this link to hear the sound a rattlesnake makes (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/22/Rattlesnake.ogg).

Some rattlesnake bite prevention tips include:

• Wear boots and long pants when hiking.
• Stay on trails when hiking, away from underbrush and tall weeds.
• Do not touch or disturb a snake, even if it appears dead.
• Carefully inspect logs or rocks before sitting on them.
• Never hike alone in remote areas. Always have someone with you who can assist in an emergency.
• Teach children to respect snakes and to leave them alone!

NVCSS CASA will be holding two CASA training sessions in early 2018.
Training in Shasta County [Redding] begins on Wednesday, January 10 and will be held in the CASA Center at NVCSS at 2400 Washington Avenue.
Butte County training [Chico] begins on Thursday, February 1 and will take place at
our office in Chico.

CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to watch over and advocate for abused and neglected children, to make sure they don’t get lost in the overburdened legal and social service system or languish in inappropriate group or foster homes. Volunteers stay with each case until it is closed and the child is placed in a safe, permanent home. For many abused children, their CASA volunteer will be the one constant adult presence in their lives. CASA volunteers are definitely superheroes for the work they do for these children!

Download the volunteer application by visiting the NVCSS website: http://www.nvcss.org/casa
Application deadline for Shasta’s training is January 4; Butte’s deadline is January 27.
For more program information: http://www.nvcss.org/CASA
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/nvcssCASA

UPCOMING EVENTS: Childrens Monthly Calendar, Young Adult Calendar,  Adult Calendar

Visit the Public Library in your area for a lis tof available classes and programs.

Chico: http://www.buttecounty.net/bclibrary/ChicoLibrary.aspx

Biggs: http://www.buttecounty.net/bclibrary/BiggsLibrary.aspx

Durham: http://www.buttecounty.net/bclibrary/DurhamLibrary.aspx

Gridley: http://www.buttecounty.net/bclibrary/GridleyLibrary.aspx

Oroville: http://www.buttecounty.net/bclibrary/OrovilleLibrary.aspx

Paradise: http://www.buttecounty.net/bclibrary/ParadiseLibrary.aspx

Residents of Butte, Lake, Mendocino and Yuba who suffered damage or losses from the devastating fires that began October 8, 2017 and continue to burn, can now register for disaster assistance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), if they are able to do so.
The amendment to the presidential disaster declaration of October 10, 2017 now makes federal assistance available to eligible individuals and business owners in a total of six northern California counties: Butte, Lake, Napa, Mendocino, Sonoma and Yuba.
Survivors who primarily reside in one of the six designated counties can apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by phone at 800-621-3362 or (TTY) 800-462-7585. Applicants who use 711 or Video Relay Service may call 800-621-3362. The toll-free numbers are open 7am to 10pm seven days a week.
Applicants will be asked for the following information:
•    Social Security number
•    Address of the damaged primary residence
•    Description of the damage
•    Information about insurance coverage
•    A current contact telephone number
•    An address where they can receive mail
•    Bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit of funds
Disaster assistance for homeowners and renters may include grants to help pay for:
•    Temporary housing
•    Essential home repairs
•    Uninsured and underinsured personal property losses
•    Other serious disaster-related needs not covered by insurance.

Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are available for businesses of all sizes, private non-profit organizations, homeowners and renters. Disaster loans cover losses not fully compensated by insurance or other recoveries.

FEMA grants do not have to be repaid. FEMA assistance is nontaxable and will not affect eligibility for Social Security, Medicaid or other federal benefits.
Registering with FEMA is required for federal aid, even if a survivor has registered with another disaster-relief organization, such as the American Red Cross.
Survivors should register even if they have insurance. FEMA cannot duplicate insurance payments, but underinsured applicants may receive help after their claims have been settled.
For more information on California recovery, visit the disaster web page at www.fema.gov/disaster/4344 ,   Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/femaregion9 and the CalOES website, http://www.caloes.ca.gov/

ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE), in cooperation with your community high school, is looking for local families to host boys and girls between the ages of 15 to 18 from a variety of countries: Norway, Denmark, Spain, Italy, Japan, to name a few.
 

ASSE students are enthusiastic and excited to experience American culture while they practice their English. They also love to share their own culture and language with their host families. Host families welcome these students into their family, not as a guest, but as a family member, giving everyone involved a rich cultural experience.

To become an ASSE Host Family or to find out how to become involved with ASSE in your community, please call the ASSE Western Regional Office at 1-800-733-2773 or go to  http://www.host.asse.com  to begin your host family application. Students are eager to learn about their American host family, so begin the process of welcoming your new son or daughter today!
 

Founded by the Swedish National Department of Education, ASSE International (formerly American Scandinavian Student Exchange) is a non-profit, tax-exempt, public benefit organization. ASSE is officially designated as an exchange visitor program by the United States Department of State.
 

The CodeRED Emergency Notification System now allows residents and businesses to log into their CodeRED Accounts from Google, Facebook and Twitter. Please visit www.buttecoounty.net/massnotification  to create a managed account & take advantage of the additional options the CodeRED system offers.
Residents and Businesses can also download the CodeRED Mobile Alert App which will allow you to receive emergency notifications anywhaere CodeRED is used.

Visit www.buttecounty.net/massnotification for information on the CodeRED Mobile Alert App and how to log into the system from social media accounts.

https://public.coderedweb.com/cne/en-US/BFA19C579EA5

If you are a Senior Citizen needing affordable housing, applications for admission to the wait list are being accepted at JARVIS GARDENS, 2001 NOTRE DAME BLVD CHICO, CA.  JARVIS GARDENS SENIOR APARTMENTS is a 49 unit apartment complex for seniors - whose head of household/co-head or spouse is 62 years of age or older.  For more information call the facility at (530) 345-1384
TTY/TTD: - 711

If you or someone you know could benefit fromTherapeutic Horsemanship and are intersted in attending a class, call for more information. You do not need prior experience.

Handi-Riders is a PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, International) member and Premier Accredited Operating Center. Our program is recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) as an accepted form of therapeutic activity for the physically, developmentally and emotionally challenged. We are proud to have served Butte, Glenn and Tehama counties for the past 30 years.

Handi-Riders, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, was founded in Butte County in 1981 by a dedicated group from the equestrian community and Butte County Schools Special Education Department. These individuals worked together to provide a unique form of therapeutic activity for children and adults with special needs: Therapeutic Horseback Riding.
info@handi-riders.org | 530-315-0654 or 530-533-5333 | PO Box 1885, Chico, CA 95927

https://www.handi-riders.org
https://www.facebook.com/pg/HandiRidersofNorthernCalifornia/

Donate unsued scrap metal material or tooling that could be donated for use in our North State H.S. and Community Colleges.
North State Manufacturer’s Directory (Grow Manufacturing) http://manufacturer-directory.com
Contact JJ  jj@growmanufacturing.com | 530 892-9600  x211

Free summer meals for teens & kids!

Breakfast and lunch available to teens and kids 18 years old and younger

Call 530-532-5668 or 211 for locations or the Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-Hungry

Text 'Hungry' or 'Comida' to 877-877

Provided by CHAMPS

"Wings of Eagles" is accepting applications NOW! Please log onto www.wingsofeagles.org and fill out our Application for Financial Assistance. Accepting online applications only!

"Wings of Eagles," The Joseph Alvarez Organization for seriously ill children, has a goal of providing emotional and financial assistance to all families in the counties of: Butte, Glenn, Tehama, Sutter and Colusa who have children with a pediatric cancer or a life-threatening illness diagnosis.

Application [LINK]
http://www.wingsofeagles.org/local-programs/application-for-financial-assistance.html
 

FACEBOOK
http://www.facebook.com/WingsofEagles.Joseph

WEBSITE
http://www.wingsofeagles.org

Our forests are threatened by nonnative insects and diseases that can kill large number of trees. Goldspotted oak borer, Sudden Oak Death, pitch canker, Emerald ash borer, Asian longhorned beetle can be transported long distanced in firewood. Once transported into new areas, these insects and diseases can become established and kill local trees. 

How Can You Help:

• Leave firewood at home - do not transport it to campgrounds or parks
• Use firewood from local sources
• Burn all firewood before leaving your campiste if leaving the local area

BUY IT WHERE YOU BURN IT

dontmovefirewood.org

date: every Thursday in Feburary (Feb 1, 8, 15, 22)
time: 5:30pm
location: Murphy Commons Apartments- 1290 Notre Dame Blvd

Do you want to quit smoking but are not sure where to start? Butte County Public Health is offering a free "Quit Smoking Information Series." Each session will cover a different topic about quitting tobacco.
Health Educators will be available to answer questions and provide community respources. Keep your New Year's Resolution for a healthier lifestyle. Session are held every Thursday in February at 5:30pm (across from Marsh Junior high). Snacks and Quit Kits provided.
Contact Melissa Anderson at 530 538-6448 or mjanderson@buttecounty.net

FACEBOOK PAGE
http://www.facebook.com/pg/buttecountypublichealth

Feb 1 - Intro to Quitting
Feb 8 - Creating a Plan
Feb 15 - Taking Control
Feb 22 - Staying in Control

Butte County Library Chico Branch, 1108 Sherman Ave, Chico, CA 95926

Tuesdays 1:00pm to 5:00pm, ask for Max

http://www.buttecounty.net/bclibrary/

logo design, posters, cards, social media images, fliers, labels, business cards, digitizing images

Sign up or drop in http://tiny.cc/freedesign

(530)-891-2726

chicobclibrary@buttecounty.net

Daily by appointment.

1931 Arline Rhine Memorial Drive.

Call: 530-532-6427.

Free. For victims of domestic violence.

Sponsor, Catalyst Domestic Violence Services.

1-800-895-8476.

Do you have an old, rotten, unusable boat? Through a grant awarded by the California Divison of Baoting & Waterways, the Butte County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit is providing a free vessel turn-in program at Crown Metals, located at 4801 Feather River BLVD, Oroville.

Vessels constructed of aluminum, fiberglass, and wood are accepted, with or without trailers. Vessels must be void of all fuel and oil. Please remove trash and unrelated rubbish prior to turning in your vessel. All previously registered vessels with hull ID number must be accompanied with a title showing ownership.

Qualifying vessels will be accepted on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am until noon.

Questions? Call (530)533-7718 or visit http://buttecounty.net/sheriffcoroner/marine