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Have you heard the term ‘baby-friendly’ hospital? Maybe you have seen the billboards around town which advertise that Enloe Hospital is baby friendly. Feather River, more recently, acquired the same status. But what does this term mean? Aren’t all hospitals…

Have you heard about Butte Humane Society’s Humane Heroes? In recent years Butte Humane Society (BHS) has been looking into providing kids with volunteer opportunities, but with liability issues and a lack of space, nothing seemed plausible.  Fortunately, a very…

Here are four game reviews; done by Little Red Hen employees (many who are moms of young children). All of these games can be purchased at Little Red Hen stores in Chi co. All games were played and tested on…

Fun Fall outings for the whole family! Please check out these local pumpkin patches from our advertisers.

For many youth today, the transition from childhood to adulthood is a challenging one. This journey requires youth ages 8-17 to understand and manage such things as physical changes in their bodies, friendships and relationships with others, greater freedom and…

Celebrating Community Members with Down Syndrome.   The Chico Buddy Walk® started as a small idea brought together by a few parents and friends who wanted to be able to bring together our community to celebrate and learn about our…

Peter Pan, Jr. brings the island of Neverland into Laxson Auditorium on May 31st, 2015. The magical musical adventure of Peter Pan comes to life thanks to the young local talents from Playhouse Youth Theater Company, as more than 30…

Say, have you ever been stuck in an elevator with a bunch of people? This can build a caring community instantly. Parenthood can bond absolute strangers just like this! Joining the Chico Mothers’ Club (CMC), for a cost of $25…

Internationally appreciated author of children’s books and school presentations, T.E. Watson, became known as the “Imaginician” because of his ability to combine imagination with technical know-how. There is a hint of magician included, which he adeptly shares with children, empowering…

“I’m bored.” “There’s nothing to do!” Moms dread to hear these refrains, especially in the weeks after the school year ends. Between keeping the house running smoothly, and ensuring a good balance of entertainment, education and relaxation, it can be…