Family Time

Anyone who has attended the birth of a baby has witnessed the magic and joy a family experiences when they welcome their newborn into the world. Regardless of how the birth unfolds, there is almost always an overwhelming element of…

It’s an interesting, basic phenomenon. Your toddler is playing in the living room and suddenly, some music comes on. The toddler stops, lifts her head, smiles, begins to wiggle, move, and, well …basically, dance. It is inherent in our natures;…

Are you thinking about bringing home a new member of the family this winter? Consider giving that cherished spot by the fire to an animal in need! Butte Humane Society’s annual “Take Us Home for the Holidays” adoption campaign aims…

Tis the season for Patrick Ranch Museum’s 6th Annual Holiday Fundraiser.  Friday, December 5th from 4pm – 8pm, there will be a fine arts reception in Pat’s Barn with music by Aaron Jacques and friends, wine tasting by Dog Creek…

Come celebrate agriculture at the FREE 10th Annual Farm City Celebration Harvest Festival.  The event is Saturday November 8th, from 10-2pm at the Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park. We are bringing the farm to the city with a 4-H interactive…

Bidwell Bark is back! Chico’s largest pet-friendly family event of the year is coming up on September 27, when thousands of human and canine participants unite in Lower Bidwell Park for an action-packed celebration of pets and the people who…

By Eric Miller She lasted 90 hours over three seasons.  Maggie was not an outlier.  Not in soccer. In “Outliers,” author Malcolm Gladwell mentions the “10,000-Hour Rule,” which claims that the key to success is a matter of practicing a…

Growing Up Chico came up with a check list of activities that you should try this summer. If you are ever in a bind and need a quick activity, refer back to this handy check list! Run through sprinklers Go…

Healthy Family Fun By Amy Behlke July is “Family Golf Month.” Golfing with kids, or family golf, is a trend growing in popularity. Getting outside for 18 holes with the family this summer is a great way to be healthier…

A new telephone helpline is now available in Butte County as a central point of entry for anyone seeking assistance with basic needs, health care, and other social services. 2-1-1 is an easy to remember telephone number that connects callers…