Planet Redding

Blog Interrupted...

2008-12-11T16:51:00.000-08:00

Sorry folks, t'is the season to be too busy to blog at the moment. Planet Redding will return in 2009. Thanks for tuning in!

Friday, Dec 5th: Lone Willy Rides Again!

2008-12-03T20:32:00.000-08:00

Lone Willy Rides Again!

Friday, December 5th

Lone Willy, aka Bill Webster,
will be riding into town to play at the
North Star Craft Brewery.

Music starts 8:30 p.m.

Here's what the critics are saying about Lone Willy:

"Lone Willy mixes solo acoustic, classic rock and blues with his original songs... He's a mix of high energy dance music mixed with heart-rending
ballads about love, death and betrayal... Don't miss him!"

Don't miss Lone Willy, Friday night at the North Star Craft Brewery!

Photo courtesy of Jim Dyar Band.

November 20-22nd: Once Upon a Mattress

2008-11-20T07:34:00.001-08:00

University Prep presents:

Once Upon a Mattress

On Stage at the Davis Marr Auditorium
2200 Eureka Way, Redding

November 20, 21, and 22nd (Thurs, Fri, Sat)
7:00 p.m.

General admission tickets are available at the door for $10.

Tickets are also available in advance at
Sugerplum Cottage and The Village Schoolhouse.

Here's the Scoop: 42 students from 6th to 12th grade are performing in Once Upon A Mattress, the broadway musical based on The Princess & The Pea.

Here's a little more from Wikipedia: "Once Upon a Mattress is a musical comedy that opened off-Broadway on May 11, 1959, and then moved to Broadway. The play was written as an adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale The Princess and the Pea. The show's music was written by Mary Rodgers with lyrics by Marshall Barer and book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer. "Once Upon a Mattress" was first written as a shorter play at the Tamiment adult summer camp resort, at which Jack Sydow was present.[1] The play was later expanded for the Broadway stage, Initial reviews of the play were mixed, but critics and actors alike were surprised by the show's enduring popularity."

Some Once Upon A Mattress YouTube videos here.

Image Source: Google.

"Carol Burnett as Princess Winnifred in the musical
comedy Once Upon a Mattress, May 2, 1960."

Thursday, November 20th: The Lonely H

2008-11-17T08:16:00.000-08:00

North Star Craft Brewery presents:
The Lonely H
Thursday, November 20th
8:00 p.m.
$4.00 cover charge.

The Lonely H is a young, up and coming

rock-n-roll band from the Seattle area on a national tour.

Check 'em out on Myspace, listen to some of their tunes and drop by the

North Star Craft Brewery on Thursday night, November 20th.

Show starts around 8:00 p.m.

Lonely H My Space page:http://www.myspace.com/thelonelyh

Listen to the Lonely H perform Hair on YouTube.

Read more about the Lonely H here on Obscure sound:

"I suppose you could say that The Lonely H has defied the odds.
Here they are, five kids fresh out of high school,
and they already have a record deal, a debut album,
and are set to embark on a national tour in July
(after they graduate, of course).

In addition, their 2006 debut, Kick Upstairs,
received glowing reviews and the
band has followed it up with no delay.
Their second album, Hair, is set to be released on July 24th.

The Lonely H’s big break came in 2004 when they finished
in second place at Seattle’s Experience Music Project.
With the prizes consisting of gear and studio time,
the young five-piece set to work on their debut
album with the opportunity of a lifetime in tow.
With sprawling hair down to their shoulders,
tight clothing, and thin frames,
it should come as no surprise that their biggest influences
are the purebred rock ‘n’ roll stars of the past.

Like their fellow contemporaries Kings of Leon,
their admiration for prolifically stylistic frontman
in the vein of Robert Plant or Freddie Mercury is highly evident.
From the photo above, it even looks as if vintage
Plant would slide right in there as well.

If you think that is funny, take a look at the other picture blow.
Looking a bit younger? Mark Fredson’s vocals possess a form
of arena-rock flavor that incorporates itself well with a
squelching twang reminiscent of My Morning Jacket’s Jim James.

With the double guitar attack of Colin Field
and Eric Whitman being further
accompanied by bassist Johnny Whitman and drummer Ben Eyestone,
the natives of Port Angeles, Washington,
brings back what was genuine about rock ‘n’ roll.
In addition to their concisely energetic
guitar progressions and fixated rhythmic response,
The Lonely H provide a plentiful array of hooks
that was merely touched on in Kick Upstairs."

THIS IS GOING TO BE A GREAT SHOW!!

Saturday, November 15th: Shop Hop 'til You Drop!

2008-11-15T10:49:00.000-08:00

HOLIDAY SHOP HOP!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15th
10 am - 7 pm

http://www.shophopredding.com/

Read more about Shop Hop here on Redding.com.

THINK GLOBALLY, SHOP LOCALLY!

Shop local Redding!
Shoppers who get their Shop Hop maps stamped by all

15 merchant members will be entered into a drawing for a $500 gift basket.

The Shop Hop members are:
Antique Cottage and Garden, 3270 Cascade Blvd., Shasta Lake, 275-4451.
California Decor Store, 1419 Yuba St., Redding, 229-9301.
Collector's Choice, 1714 Churn Creek Road, Redding, 222-8750.
Fabrics Etc., 1738 Churn Creek Road, Redding, 221-1000.
Image West Framing & Gallery, 2755 Bechelli Lane, Redding, 222-4108.
Infinite Designs, 1189 Hilltop Drive, Redding, 242-6100.
The Kimberly Nicole Boutique, 1510 Market St., Redding, 241-3400.
M, 1556C Hartnell Ave., Redding, 224-1924.
Miss Roni's Intimate Apparel, 2158 Hilltop Drive, Redding, 223-4234.
Monica's Vintage Inspired, 2425 Athens Ave., Redding, 241-5851.
Prestige Home and Gifts, 1177 Prestige Way, Redding, 246-2658.
Sweetspot, 930B Hilltop Drive, Redding, 226-8086.
Sweet Treats Candy Shop, 1556E Hartnell Ave., Redding, 223-0270.
Sugarplum Cottage, 1734 Churn Creek Road, Redding, 221-5573.
Wild Thyme Gifts & Gardens, 1272 Oregon St., Redding, 247-0320.

Friday, November 14th: Berkley Hart at Bernie's Guitar

2008-11-11T10:56:00.000-08:00

Friday, November 14th

The Oaksong Music Society presents

Berkley Hart

at Bernie's Guitar

Doors open at 7:30 p.m.,
Show starts at 8:00 p.m.

$15 per ticket.

Tickets on sale at Bernie's Guitar and

online at the Oaksong Music Society website,
http://www.oaksongs.com/.

Bernie's Guitar:
3086 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA. Click here for map.
Phone: 530-223-2040.

You may be familiar with their song, "Big Bad Barbie Doll."

Here's Berkley Hart live performing Big Bad Barbie Doll.

Check out more Berkley Hart songs on http://www.berkleyhart.com/.

Read more about Berkley Hart in the November edition of After Five Magazine:

"Hailed as masters of both two part harmony and dazzling song craft,
over the past ten years, Berkley Hart have established themselves
as one of the premier acoustic duos touring the country.
In concert the duo shines,
the obvious camaraderie between these two top
songwriters driving each performance.
Add in virtuoso playing from both Jeff Berkley (guitar, percussion)
and Calman Hart (guitar, harmonica) as well as their good natured humor and it’s easy to see why the two have become live favorites.
That said, it’s their acclaimed albums which have racked up the accolades,
each filled with tunes as catchy as you’re likely to come across.
Over their four albums to date, the duo has honed their approach,
experimenting with format and instrumentation, even using a band.
Now the pair has stripped their sound down to the basics,
using only what they can carry, their guitars and their voices."

Image Source: Google.

Saturday, November 8th: 2nd Saturday Art Hop !

2008-11-08T10:52:00.000-08:00

It's the 2nd Saturday Art Hop once again!

Get your Art Hop map online here,

or in the November copy of Enjoy Magazine.

The 2nd Saturday Art Hop is an event that

occurs the 2nd Saturday of every month in Redding.

Art Hop features avariety of local artists and musicians

at businesses located in downtown Redding

and throughout the city.

Come out and join the fun!

Image Source: Sean J. Randall.com.

Friday, November 7th: Cocktails with the Geckoes and DJ Mike Flanagan

2008-11-06T09:52:00.000-08:00

Cocktails with the Geckoes

Hosted By: Culture Shock

When: Friday Nov 07, 2008 at 7:00 PM

Where: Turtle Bay Museum Redding, California

Saturday, November 1st: Food for Thought Birthday Bash!

2008-11-01T11:12:00.000-07:00

Saturday, November 1st
7 to 10 pm
Caldwell Recreation Center
in Caldwell Park
(56 Quartz Hill Road)

Please purchase tickets at the door tonight, thanks!

This is a fundraiser for the Shasta County Women's Refuge and People of Progress. Please make a generous donation if you can!

More information over yonder on Food For Thought.

See you there!

Reminder: Papa Fez tonight at SLT Fundraiser

2008-11-01T11:07:00.000-07:00

Second Annual
Shasta Land Trust
Halloween Party
When: Saturday, November 1, 2008
8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Location: Anderson Frontier Senior Center,
2081 Frontier Trail, Anderson.

Join Shasta Land Trust for the
Second Annual Shasta Land Trust Halloween Party:
Music, costumes, and scary sights!

Dress up as your favorite character
and dance the night away
to the happnin’ sounds of Redding’s own “Papa Fez.”
TICKETS: SLT Members $20 pp, Non-members $23 pp.

Contact the Shasta Land Trust for more information: (530) 241-7886.

Check out Papa Fez on MySpace or watch Papa Fez on YouTube.

Thursday, October 30th: Inaugural Pint Night at Downtown Eatery

2008-10-30T07:48:00.001-07:00

Inaugural
Thursday Night Pint Night
at the Downtown Eatery & Libations
6 - 11pm

Appetizer specials between 4pm – 6pm

1st Pint is $6.00 and you keep the glass.

$3.00 refills on all draft beer
(except for Old Rasputin)
$2.00 Pabst Blue Ribbon refills.

Be sure to stop by and check-out
the amazing selection of beers on tap
at the Downtown Eatery & Libations!

Fabulous appetizers on tap as well!

Enjoy!

Weds., October 29th: Benefit Concert for Fire Victims at the Downtown Eatery

2008-10-29T14:15:00.000-07:00

Tonight, Weds., October 30th
8:00 pm
Benefit concert for fire victims
at the Downtown Eatery & Libations
in downtown Redding.

3 Bands will be playing, including:
The Incredible Sheep Shrinking Invention
When the Hammer Falls
and Don't Care

Please come and enjoy these three local bands.
Please also try to provide a small donation ($5.00)
while enjoying fabulous food and de-lish libations. Thanks!

[Apologies for the last minute notice,
but I just found out about this a few minutes ago.]

Saturday, November 1st: Papa Fez

2008-10-28T08:35:00.000-07:00

Second Annual
Shasta Land Trust
Halloween Party

When: Saturday, November 1, 2008
8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Location: Anderson Frontier Senior Center,
2081 Frontier Trail, Anderson.

Join Shasta Land Trust for the
Second Annual Shasta Land Trust Halloween Party:
Music, costumes, and scary sights!

Dress up as your favorite character
and dance the night away
to the happnin’ sounds of
Redding’s own “Papa Fez,” the mambo/rock/funk/swing/blues/ska/bluegrass/country/etc. band.

TICKETS: SLT Members $20 pp, Non-members $23 pp.

Contact the Shasta Land Trust for more information:
1918 West Street, Redding, CA 96001 (530) 241-7886.

Check out Papa Fez on MySpace or watch Papa Fez on YouTube.

Image Source: Google.

Friday, October 31st: Monster Mash at North Star Craft Brewery

2008-10-27T09:20:00.000-07:00

Fri. Oct. 31, 2008

8pm - 1am
at the North Star Craft Brewery

Live music all night long!

Drink specials and costume contest!

Reminder: Chuck McCabe at the North Star tonight!

2008-10-24T09:45:00.000-07:00

Friday, October 24th:

Just a reminder that Chuck McCabe will be playing
at the North Star Craft Brewery tonight.

8 to 11 p.m.

It's going to be a great show! Beer there!

$5.00 cover, $3.50 pints all night.

Directions to North Star Craft Brewery here.

Saturday, October 25th: Angry Beavers Bout at Redding Convention Center

2008-10-22T07:51:00.000-07:00

Zombie Attack!

The Redding "ANGRY BEAVERS" roller derby girls will be bouting Humboldt's "Redwood Rollers" at the Redding Convention Center on Saturday, October 25th.

The bout starts @ 8:00pm, doors open @ 7:00pm.

This is an all age event.
HOWEVER, there will be a Zombie theme so use discretion when bringing the little ones. Children under 2 are free.

Tickets available at the Convention Center Box Office or online at www.reddingconventioncenter.com.

Feel free to wear your best ZOMBIE attire.

Entertainment will be provided by The Fatals.

After Party will be at Club 151.

The Redding Angry Beavers are the first women's roller derby team created in the REDDING ROLLER GIRLS Derby League. The team is made up of nurses, teachers, daughters, wives and other professionals. They work hard, train hard and generally eat, bleed and sleep in their skates.

Come out and support Redding's finest roller girls!!

See ya at the Bout!

Image Source: Courtesy of the Angry Beavers.

Friday, October 24th: Chuck McCabe at North Star Craft Brewery

2008-10-21T07:19:00.001-07:00

Chuck McCabe performs at the
North Star Craft Brewery

Friday October 24th, 2008

8pm to 11pm

Acoustic-based folkie/blues/country
with a little edge and a lot of humor...

Chuck McCabe is an award-winning folk guitarist/vocalist and is winner of the Woodie Guthrie Song Writing Competition, Peoples Choice Award Boston Folk Festival, and others.

This is going to be an awesome show! Don't miss this chance to see an outstanding artist up close and personal! Beer there!

Listen to Chuck McCabe here on MySpace.

Directions to the North Star Craft Brewery here.

Image courtesy of Chuck McCabe.

Saturday, October 18th: The Blackwell Brothers on tap...

2008-10-18T13:31:00.000-07:00

Saturday, October 18th
North Star Craft Brewery
8 - 11 pm

The Blackwell Brothers of Dunsmuir play the North Star Craft Brewery taproom.

If you love the blues, this is the place to be tonight!

The Blackwell Brothers have one of the best reputations
around for solid blues and rock guitar.
Don't miss Harry and Debbie and the hot backup band for this outstanding show.

Listen to the Fabulous Blackwell Brothers here.

BEER HERE!

Image Source: MySpace.com.

Friday, October 17th: Minksy Blackouts at North Star Craft Brewery

2008-10-17T09:01:00.000-07:00

The North Star Craft Brewery presents two high-energy local bands tonight:

The Minsky Blackouts and Call Of The Wild.

Don't miss these two local bands playing their unique style of Rock and Roll.

9 pm in the taproom.

Pango on tap!

"Find your way to the North Star Craft Brewery!"

Friday, October 17th: TAARKA at Seng Thong's Blue Sky Room

2008-10-16T09:10:00.000-07:00

Friday, October 17th: TAARKA returns to
Seng Thong's Blue Sky Room
in Dunsmuir, CA
8:30 p.m.

TAARKA is a four-piece string band made up of 5-string fiddle,mandolin/tenor guitar/octave tenor guitar, cello, upright bass, andvocals.

All the band members are highly trained on their instruments, and bring their individuality and skill to the table to create music that blends jazz manouche, eastern european gypsy, bluegrass, chamber music,indie rock and folk.

Visit their MySpace page - www.myspace.com/taarka - to hear music from their last album, "The Martian Picture Soundtrack", which features Darol Anger, Joe Craven and Casey Driessen.

What the critic's are saying about TAARKA: “…jaunty and precise, yet beguilingly enigmatic….The Taarka two are casually virtuosic players, more than holding their own alongside nationally known guests such as violinists Darol Anger and Casey Driessen…As a bonus, the pair sing, too, with Enion sweetening David’s effectively gruff vocals…it’s a mighty fine Soundtrack.”--Michael Roberts, Westword (Denver, CO), Published Feb. 14, 2008 from Taarka: The Martian Picture Soundtrack feature. Review of The Martian Picture Soundtrack (2008)

Listen to TAARKA here on YouTube.

Contact TAARKA:

taarka@taarka.com
http://www.taarka.com/

http://www.myspace.com/taarka

October 15th: Natalie MacMaster at the Cascade Theatre

2008-10-15T00:02:00.000-07:00

Natalie MacMaster returns to the Cascade Theatre on
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St., Redding, CA

Tickets still available at the Cascade Theatre Box Office.

Details:
"With a talent that remains both raw and wondrously refined,
and backed by a band any top musician would envy,
Cape Breton fiddling sensation Natalie MacMaster
continues to stun crowds around the globe
with her feverish fiddling and mesmerizing step dancing.

Well-known to international audiences
as one of Canada’s major talents,
Natalie MacMaster has been an ambassador
for traditional East Coast music,
and is credited with lifting the style
to its contemporary prominence.
While acclaimed for taking Celtic music to new heights,
Natalie MacMaster displays a creativity and range
that constantly expands the boundaries of the genre.

Natalie MacMaster’s live performances
are renowned for their incandescent energy
and toe-tapping, rhythmic intensity.
She has shared the stage with Santana, The Chieftains,
Paul Simon, Pavarotti, Faith Hill,
Don Henley, Michael McDonald and dozens of
distinguished symphony orchestras."

Website: http://www.nataliemacmaster.com/

Video:
The Silver Spear
Flea As a Bird
Drum Dance

October 11th: Weety at North Star Craft Brewery

2008-10-11T10:25:00.000-07:00

Saturday, October 11th

Weety, the amazing one-man acoustical jam,
returns to the North Star Craft Brewery taproom
for an evening of great acoustic tunes.

Fresh BBQ tonight at the brewery as well.

Bring your thirst, your appetite and your love great local and live music!

Taproom opens at: 4:00 p.m., music starts @ 8:00 p.m.

Come out and check out Weety and have some brats!

Directions to the North Star Craft Brewery here.

Image Source: Beer Here, The Oregonian.
"Oregon Brew Crew member Patrick Miller
is a stickler for using only the freshest hops..."

October 11th: Jim Dyar Band at Art Hop

2008-10-11T01:00:00.001-07:00

Don't miss the Jim Dyar Band at the

2nd Saturday Art Hop

Saturday, October 11th
Downtown Redding
6 pm to 8 pm

The Jim Dyar Band will perform as part of
2nd Saturday Art Hop
in front of Carnegie's restaurant and pub,
1600 Oregon Street.

Check out this month's Enjoy Magazine
feature story on The Jim Dyar Band.

The 2nd Saturday Art Hop is a new event in Redding
and occurs the 2nd Saturday of every month.
Art Hop features a
variety of local artists and musicians
at businesses located in downtown Redding
and throughout the city.
Download the full Art Hop Map here.

Image Soure: JimDyar.com

Friday, October 10th: Screamin' Gulch at Bombay's

2008-10-09T20:45:00.000-07:00

Screamin' Gulch
will hit the stage at Bombay's on
Friday, October 10th.

Time: Still checking.... Stay tuned.

Screamin' Gulch hail from Medford, Oregon.
Listen to them here.

MORE ABOUT SCREAMIN' GULCH:
The Gulch Boys are all old as dust,
born on January 3rd, 1891.
They lived a hard life, but you won't hear 'em complain.
Lessin' the still's empty!

DILLARD GULCH - Dillard plays the banjo and sings. He was married 2 and 1/2 times and has two younguns. Both his wives died mysteriously. No one knows what become of t'other half.

CURTIS GULCH - Curtis plays the washboard and drum and sings real purdy. He ain't never been hitched. But thars rumors he has children all over the south. None of 'em claim him. He's a bit touchy on the subject.

CLEAVIS "CRANSTON" GULCH - Cleavis plays the gut bucket bass. He ain't had no wives. He tried to purchase a mail order bride once, but the check bounced. That was a shame coz he's a good fella.

EARL "SNAKE-OIL" GULCH - Snake-oil plays the upright bass. Don't talk much. Likes to hang around down to the slaughterhouse. Don't ask, coz we don't know why.Reckon he's got his reasons. His best friend is a goat named Buddy. He never did talk to wimen much.

See you all at the show!
Yeeeee ha!

[Yeah, I know, I don't normally promote shows at Bombay's. But I'm doing this as a favor to friend, who knows the members of Screamin' Gulch very well...]

Saturday, Oct 11th: Trail Building Party!

2008-10-08T21:01:00.000-07:00

Redding Mountain Biking will be sponsoring another Shasta-Trinity Trail-building party this Saturday, October 11th at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

Meeting time: 8:00 am, Whiskeytown Visitors Center.

What to Bring: Work clothes, gloves, hat, water and a snack. Tools will be supplied.

The Scoop: The final workday of the year for the Shasta-Trinity Trail will be held next Saturday, October 11th.

The meeting time has been moved up one hour to 8:00 A.M. at the Whiskeytown Visitor Center.
The goal for this final trail building work day is to continue the attack up towards the ridge.

Though it's still a significant distance to the top, the National Park Service is hoping one final big push this year will make it possible to complete the entire trail late in 2009 with SCA trail crews working in both directions. If you've attended one of these work days in the past, thanks so very much for your time and hard work. The result thus far is 1 1/2 miles of completed single-track trail travelling through a gorgeous forest. We hope you'll consider joining the crew one last time this year and keep the momentum going strong. Extend the invitation to someone you believe would enjoy the trail in the future. We can accomplish so very much with a large turnout. As always, RSVP if attending to help with the planning. We hope to see you and a friend next Saturday at 8:00 A.M.

This weekend's cool weather forecast will make the work a heck of a lot more pleasant than the 100 degrees and smoky last time out.

And it's a great excuse to get out in the woods and see a beautiful patch of Whiskeytown's high country.

In addition, North Star Craft Brewery will be sponsoring a free pint of beer for each trail volunteer! You'll receive a ticket redeemable at the brewery at the end of the trails work day. ;-)

To RSVP, e-mail pprmkr1@sbcglobal.net

October 10th, 11th and 12th: Mt. Shasta Film Festival

2008-10-07T23:10:00.000-07:00

The 5th Annual Mt. Shasta Film Festival starts this Friday, October 10th in Mt. Shasta and will end Sunday.

Check out the incredible list of films here, and head on up to Mt. Shasta this weekend!

Downtown Eatery and Libations: New menu available!

2008-10-06T21:37:00.000-07:00

The new menu and beer/wine list for the Downtown Eatery and Libations is now posted on their website.

Check out their three main selections, including: "Just the Beginning" appetizers, "The Grass is Always Greener" garden faire, and "A Little More Heat, a Little More Meat" main courses.

Their beer and wine selection list is also available.

Hours are Monday thru Thursday: 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Friday: 11:00 am to 1:00 am
Saturday: 5:00 pm to 1:00 am
Closed Sundays

The Downtown Eatery and Libations will also be on the next Art Hop route this Saturday, October 11th. Drop by and check out this fabulous new downtown venue, along with some great art work!

October 11th - 12th: Sierra Oro Farm Trail

2008-10-05T21:32:00.000-07:00

Sierra Oro Farm Trail - Passport Weekend
October 11-12, 2008
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

A Grand Weekend of Wine Tasting and Farm Fresh Food Sampling in Butte County!

Passports are $20 in advance, $25 day-of.

You will receive one wine glass per passport.
Be sure to keep your wine glass with you
and bring it to each stop on your tour.
Buy Your Passports Online Now!
Need a Passport the Day of the Event?
Passports can be purchased at the following
"Starting Points" during Passport Weekend:
Oroville Area: Lodestar Farms Lodestar Olive Oil
3719 Foothill Blvd. (530) 534-6548
Paradise Area: Chaffin Family Orchards
606 Coal Canyon Rd. (530) 533-8239
Chico Area: California Harvest Shop
629 Entler Ave., #9 (530) 345-1710
Orland Area: Pedrozo Dairy & Cheese Company
7713 Road 24 (530) 680-4041
Richvale Area: Lundberg Family Farms
5370 Church Street (530) 882-4551

Enjoy the slow pleasures of a local food lunch as you travel the Farm Trail!

Slow Food Shasta Cascade has paired with Sierra Oro Farm Trail Weekend to provide lunch at two sites along the farm trail, Canyon Creek Nursery and Massa Organics. Part of Slow Food USA, Slow Food Shasta Cascade locally supports and celebrates the food traditions in the Shasta-Cascade region. Make a fresh and delicious lunch created by Slow Food caterers using local foods from Butte County farmers and food producers part of your trip on the Sierra Oro Farm Trail. Boxed lunches will be available at both sites from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday (or until lunches run out). Exact Menu will be announced shortly. Cost $11, includes bottled water.

Saturday, Oktober 4th: Oktoberfest!

2008-10-01T08:31:00.000-07:00

Oktoberfest 2008
at
North Star Craft Brewery!

North Star Craft Brewery
presents Oktoberfest 2008
at the
West Stage Festival Grounds.

Event Date: Saturday, Oktober 4, 2008

Time: 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

The Details:
Live Blues Grass, Jazz, Blues, Ambient, and Rock music all day.
Bands include The Chuck Epperson, Jr. Band,
The Swing Cats,
Wild Bill and the Mud Whompers and more!

A $10 music pass gets you through the gates and close to the stage.

Fresh hand-crafted brews from North Star
will be poured throughout the day ($3.00 pints).

Menu includes grilled bratwurst (braised in beer),
plus fresh German potato salad.

After the show, the "Fire Dolls" will light up the North Star Beer Garden
once again with their middle eastern tunes and fire dancing.
Don't miss this opportunity to see the Fire Dolls!

Buy your tickets on-line at North Star Craft Brewery
or at the door the day of the event.

See you at Oktoberfest 2008!

Image Source: Google.

Nunsense at Cascade Theatre, October 1, 2008

2008-09-30T07:02:00.000-07:00

Tickets are still available for Nunsense!

Event Date: Wednesday, October 01, 2008

Location: Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St, Redding, CA

Time: Starts at 7:30 PM and ends at 10:00 PM

Ticket prices: Center Balcony: $39.00 Orchestra: $42.00 Side Balcony: $36.00

NUNSENSE, the hit musical comedy, celebrates its 25th Anniversary with this special National tour starring two-time Emmy Award winner, Sally Struthers.

This zany evening begins as the Little Sisters of Hoboken discover that their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 fellow sisters. Money must raised immediately for burials! The sisters decide that the best way to raise the money is to put on a variety show. Here we meet Reverend Mother Regina, a former circus performer; Sister Mary Hubert, the Mistress of Novices; a streetwise nun named Sister Robert Anne, Sister Mary Leo, a novice who is a wannabe ballerina, and the delightfully wacky Sister Mary Amnesia, the nun who lost her memory when a crucifix fell on her head. Featuring star turns, tap and ballet dancing, an audience quiz, and comic surprises, this show has become an international phenomenon boasting more than 5,000 productions worldwide in over 21 different languages.

Reviews:

“A hit of the first order” - USA Today
“A hail of fun and frolic.” - New York Times

Loge seats are no longer available for this show online.

Please check with the Cascade Theatre Box Office by phone or in person to find loge ticket availability at 530-243-8877.

The box office is open Tuesday through Friday from 11AM to 6PM.

Image Source: Nunsense.

Monday, September 29th: Downtown Eatery opens!

2008-09-29T09:24:00.000-07:00

"Grown Locally, Influenced by the World."

Today is the official opening of the Downtown Eatery and Libations!

Be sure to stop by and check them out!

They're located in the old "Cheesecakes" space in Shreven Square.

1344 Market St Redding, CA
530.209.5447
General Manager: Paul David

Executive Chef: Ryan Klemek
http://www.reddingdowntowneatery.com/

Here's a great review of their soft opening on the North Star Brewer's blog.

Here are several reviews from Doni Greenberg's Food For Thought blog.

Saturday Sept. 27th: The Fire Dolls at North Star Brewery

2008-09-27T09:09:00.001-07:00

Tonight is Tribal Dance Night at North Star Brewery in Shasta Lake.

Don't miss this opportunity to see the Fire Dolls and drink some delicious Pango!

Event Date: Saturday, September 27th, 2008.

Show time: 7 pm to 10 pm.

This will be a recurring event (every month / last Saturday) at the brewery with Eastern style dance, music, and food.

The dance and music will be performed on the patio under the stars.

Image Source: TribeNet.

Thursday: La Fin du Monde at North Star Brewery

2008-09-25T06:03:00.000-07:00

La Fin Du Monde will be performing tonight, Thursday, September 25th, at the North Star Craft Brewery in Shasta Lake.

Show time: 7 pm to 10 pm

The Scoop: "La Fin du Monde formed in the fall of 2003 in Chico, CA as creative outlet for a group of serious musicians. The result was melodic, dynamic and experimental music that is linear in composition, in that the song is always progressing forward. Often using complex meters, tempo changes and polyrhythms, La Fin du Monde set a standard of always pushing themselves and the song structure without sacrificing the melodic core of the song, resulting in music that is both challenging and memorable....They have been influenced from varied sources such as King Crimson, The Cure, Smashing Pumpkins, Sunny Day Real Estate, early Pink Floyd, Yes and Tortoise. With one EP and a full length album (Life as it Should Be, 2007) to date, La Fin du Monde have begun touring and continue to keep moving forward." Quoted from my space.com/La Fin du Monde

Listen to La Fin du Monde here.

Check out La Fin du Monde on CDBaby.

La Fin du Monde live at Chico State here.

Image Source: MySpace.com.

Fire Dolls at the North Star Brewery this Saturday

2008-09-24T20:43:00.000-07:00

Event Date: Saturday, September 27th, 2008.

The North Star Craft Brewery will host Tribal Dance Night at the taproom, including another performance by the amazing Fire Dolls!

Show time: 7pm to 10pm.

This will be a recurring event (every month / last Saturday) at the brewery with Eastern style dance, music, and food. The dance and music will be performed on the patio under the stars.

Image Source: Fire Dolls.

Information Source: North Star Brewery Events Calendar.

Taj Majal Trio coming to the Cascade Theater

2008-09-22T07:31:00.000-07:00

When: Friday, September 26th

Location: Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St., downtown Redding.

Time: Show starts at 7:30 PM. Ends at 10:00 PM.

Ticket prices: Orchestra: $42.00, Loge: $45.00, Side Balcony: $36.00 , Center Balcony: $39.00

Taj's websites - http://www.tajblues.com/ and on MySpace.com.

Taj's Videos - Taj Mahal Performs Lovin' in my Baby's Eyes and Queen Bee. Also, a flashback video of Tomorrow May Not Be Your Day.

The Details:
You could call him a singer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, ethnomusicologist, two-time Grammy-winner or world-class musical collaborator. These titles are all accurate, yet none convey the warmth, humor, soulful essence of Taj Mahal and his music.

Taj has been playing his own distinctive brand of music -- variously described as Afro-Caribbean blues, folk-world-blues, hula blues, folk-funk, and a host of other hyphenations -- for more than 40 years. Caribbean, Hawaiian, African, Latin, and Cuban sounds and rhythms mix with folk, jazz, zydeco, gospel, rock, pop, soul, and R&B, all layered on top of a solid country blues foundation.

What ties it all together is Taj's abiding interest in musical discovery, particularly in tracing many American musical forms back to their roots in Africa and Europe. A self-taught musician, Taj plays more than 20 instruments, including the National Steel and Dobro guitars. His remarkable voice ranges from gruff and gravelly to smooth and sultry.

After more than a decade of playing with larger ensembles, Taj wanted to do more guitar playing with a smaller group. He comes to the Cascade with The Taj Mahal Trio - just Taj on guitar, piano, and banjo, Bill Rich on bass and Kester Smith on drums. Together, these accomplished musicians draw on a 30-year, shared history of Taj's music.

Lithium Sleephouse tonight at North Star Brewery

2008-09-20T13:35:00.000-07:00

There's a lot going on tonight in Redding, including the Redding Beer & Wine Festival and Shasta Blues By the River. If you're looking for the freshest beer in town and don't want to pay $35.00 to drink it, head to North Star Brewery tonight in Shasta Lake.

Lithium Sleephouse, a local 3-piece band that plays some great originals and rock cover tunes will start playing between 8:00 and 9:00 p.m.

Whatever you decide to do tonight, drink responsibly, and designate a driver! Thanks!

Image Source: MySpace.com.

Redding Ink Convention this weekend

2008-09-15T21:48:00.000-07:00

Don't miss the 4th Annual Redding Ink Tattoo and Piercing this weekend at the Redding Convention Center.

Here's the schedule for Friday September 19th through Sunday, September 21st.

Cost: $8.00 per day, or $20.00 for the whole weekend.

Don't miss the Fire Dolls at Redding Ink! They will be performing at 8:45 p.m. on Saturday night.

Weety returns to North Star Brewery, Tuesday night

2008-09-15T09:28:00.000-07:00

Local and talented, Weety, returns to the North Star Craft Brewery taproom for an evening of great acoustic tunes Tuesday, September 16th.

Taproom opens at: 4:00 p.m., music starts @ 7:00 p.m.

Jerk tacos will be on hand as usual! Tacos are $2.50.

These are the best tacos in town! Freshly marinated and grilled jerk chicken atop a freshly toasted corn tortilla, covered with a lightly dressed cole slaw, mandarin oranges, and sprinkle of sliced almonds. An unrivaled culinary compilation.

Come out and check out Weety and have some tacos!

Did you miss the Fire Dolls?

2008-09-14T09:31:00.000-07:00

Did you catch the coolest show in Redding last night?

The Fire Dolls burned up Carnegie Stage in downtown Redding as part of the 2nd Saturday Art Hop.

If you missed them, keep an eye out for additional shows in Redding in September and October. Here is a link to their performance calendar. The Fire Dolls will definitely be performing at the North Star Brewery Octoberfest on October 4th, 2008.

The Fire Dolls are Redding, California's premier fire dancing troupe, with elements of belly dance and belly dance fusion.

Invite them to your next event for an intoxicating performance of women wielding fire. "Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire."

Check out this amazing video of a fire dancing troupe called PyroSpin from Santa Barbara.

Image Source: Fire Doll Album, Tribenet.

2 Great Shows at North Star Brewery!

2008-09-12T09:43:00.000-07:00

Friday, September 12th: Hollow Lane returns to the North Star Brewery tonight for a CD release party. This is exciting... Young, local, gifted musicians having a CD release party! Come out and support these guys!

Saturday, September 13th: Jill Cohn is back by popular demand at the North Star Brewery. Jill Cohn is an amazing vocalist originally from the Seattle area.

Remember, there's never a cover charge at the North Star Brewery for live music events!

Also, in other North Star Brewery News: Pango - Peach Mango Wheat will be back this Friday or perhaps a surprise visit from North Star Hefeweizen? MMMmmm.... good!

Burn After Reading at Prime Cinemas tonight!

2008-09-11T13:03:00.001-07:00

Too Hot to Trott?

2008-09-06T09:10:00.001-07:00

Heat got you down? Are you hot to Trott?

Head on over to the cool and air conditioned Barnes & Noble today to hear Roger Trott
read from his new novel about growing up in Redding called
"Getting in Tune."

Book signing starts at 1:00 p.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m.
You can drop by any time to cool off.

Location: Barnes & Noble, 1260 Churn Creek Road, Redding.

The Details:
Remember Roger Trott?
He went to school in Redding, and his father, Eldridge Trott,
was a journalism instructor at Shasta College for much of the '70s and '80s.
Roger grew up to be a rock musician, economist, music critic and novelist.

"Getting in Tune" is published by Coral Press, which is dedicated to musical stories.

Source: Pink Hollyhock.

Sunday, September 7th

2008-09-04T08:36:00.000-07:00

2008 Whiskeytown Lake Open Water Swim
This is an annual event for the Redding Aqua Ducks.

When: Sunday, September 7th

Where: Brandy Creek Beach, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

What: 1 and 2 mile swim events.

Time:
500 Yard Swim (Ages 8-10) starts at 10:00 a.m.
1 Mile (Masters) starts at 10:30 a.m.
1 Mile (USA, Ages 8-10) starts at 10:45 a.m.
2 Mile (USA, Ages 13-18) starts at 11:15 a.m.
2 Mile (Masters) starts at 11:30 a.m.

Registration Details: You can register before the swim. Registration and check-in opens at 8:00 a.m. All swimmers must check-in 45 minutes before the start of the event.You will need to join the Pacific Master's Swimmers in order to swim in the Masters group.

More about the Redding Ducks:
The Redding Aqua Ducks have a swim program (adult lap swim, youth swim team and swim lessons) for all ages from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Shasta College. Call 246-2666.

Image Source: Donner Lake Triathlon.

Neville Brothers in Redding tonight!

2008-09-03T06:44:00.000-07:00

The Neville Brothers will be performing at the Cascade Theater tonight.

Wednesday, September 03, 2008. Show starts at 7:30 p.m.

There are still some tickets left if you've been procrastinating.

However, loge seats are no longer available for this show online. Please check with the Cascade Theatre Box Office by phone or in person to find ticket availability at 530-243-8877. The box office is open Tuesday through Friday from 11AM to 6PM.

Center Balcony:
$39.00

Side Balcony:
$36.00

Orchestra:
$42.00

Image Source: The Neville Brothers.

Hop on the Art Bus!

2008-08-31T20:51:00.001-07:00

Hop on the Shasta County Arts Council "Art Bus"

and head to the San Francisco Museum of Fine Art

for the Frida Kahlo Exhibit.

Tuesday, September 2nd

For more information, see A New Beat.

Photo Disclaimer: No, this is not really the Shasta County Arts Council Bus,
but it is a real Art Bus in Chicago. :-)

Tribal Dance Night at North Star Brewery

2008-08-30T08:10:00.000-07:00

Event Date: Saturday, August 30, 2008

The North Star Craft Brewery will host Tribal Dance Night at the taproom.

Show time 7pm to 10pm.

This will be a reoccuring event (every Month / last Saturday) at the brewery with Eastern style dance, music, and food. The dance and music will be performed on the patio under the stars.

Not sure what to wear to a Tribal Dance? Check out this video on YouTube ;-)
See also Urban Tribal Dance.

Image Source: Heavy Hips.

Information Source: North Star Brewery Events Calendar.

Bear Hunter to be found at Brewery

2008-08-25T12:57:00.000-07:00

Chico's very own Bear Hunter will be found at the North Star Brewery this coming Friday night, August 29th, 8:00 p.m.

You really don't want to miss this show.

Take a listen here, or a take a gander here.

And thanks to North Star for bringing Non-Paint-By-Numbers bands to Redding! Did I mention there is never a cover charge for bands at the North Star? How cool is that?!

Heirloom Tomato Fest on Labor Day

2008-08-25T11:56:00.000-07:00

When: Monday (Labor Day), September 1st

Where: Churn Creek Meadow Organic Farm 19662 Osceola Court, look for the white barn.

What: Tomatoe's and grapes galore!
And a cooking Demonstration by Chef Duane of Duzie's Culinary Company.

Directions: Click here.

Image Source: Google.

Thursday: Cigar Club & Social

2008-08-21T07:36:00.000-07:00

Cigar Club & Social, every Thursday
at North Star Brewery

Taproom opens at 4:00pm.
Happy hour 4 - 6 pm: Pints $2.50.

"Every Thursday the smell of fine cigars permeates the North Star Beer Garden and patio.
Come out on Thursday nights to join in the pleasure of a fine cigar or join one of the conversation pits and by amused by the witty banter.
Thursday evening are a great evening of discussion and comment on any topic you can imagine. See you at the brewery. Cheers." - Shawn Sease, Head Brewer

Related Links:
Social Cigar.com, includes cigar reviews. Also, check out Cigars4Women.

Image Source: homepage.mac.com.

Planet Redding Disclaimer:
Planet Redding is a non-smoking blog. Please smoke and drink responsibly. Thanks! ;-)

Woof Stock '08 - Anderson River Park

2008-08-20T19:51:00.000-07:00

♫ ♪♫ Woofstock 2008 Music Festival ♫ ♪♫

Date: Saturday, August 23rd

Location: Anderson River Park at the Gaia Hotel Amphitheatre- KC Grove

Time: Gates open at 10:30 am and music runs from noon to approximately 9:30 pm.

Details: Woof Music Festival will host Monte Montgomery, Gator Beat, Rube and the Rhythm Rockers, Bruno Grossi, Shasta Blues Revue, and The Potentials.

Cost is $15 per ticket for all ages.

Tickets can be purchased at Another Chance Animal Welfare League,
9384 Deschutes Rd, Palo Cedro. Also at
City of Anderson Parks and Recreation, and
Herreid Music in Redding.

Woofstock is a fundraiser for the homeless animals at Another Chance.

For more information, call 547-PETS (7387).

No dogs or ice chests at event please.

Phone: 530-547-7387

Image Source: GoogleImages.com

Simonis Pilates Studio - Open House

2008-08-19T23:00:00.000-07:00

Join Ellen Simonis of Simonis Pilates
&
Hully Fetico of Fluid Movement
for an Open House
Friday, August 22
5:30 - 7:30 pm

Simonis Pilates Studio is located inside the
Goa Wellness Center, 1740 Eureka Way.

Come check out the new Turbo Sonic machine!

Questions? Call 246-7181.

Local Songwriters at North Star Brewery

2008-08-19T05:22:00.001-07:00

When:
Thursday, August 21

Music starts at 7 p.m.

Where:
North Star Brewery in Shasta Lake,
3501 Iron Ct., Shasta Lake, CA
(Map/directions here.)

The Details:
Jim Dyar will join a host of talented north state songwriters,
including Erin Friedman (and her husband Craig, the duo Still Married),
Nick Ciampi, Paul Howell, David Thompson and Tim Keesey.

Other Upcoming Events:

Also, don't miss Jim Dyar Band on Saturday,
August 24th for an 8 to 11 p.m. show at the
Vintage Wine Bar and Restaurant in downtown Redding.
The band will be joined by special guest Shawn Tillman on guitar.
The Vintage has great dinners and appetizers
(in addition to amazing wines and excellent beers).

There's also a new selection of artwork on the walls of
Vintage by Redding artist James Parks,
sponsored by Hawkman Studios.
See also 2nd Saturday ArtHop for more information.

Information Sources:
Jim Dyar Band groupie email update. Subscribe here.
Photo courtesy of JimDyar.com.

Shasta Splash Dogs Class Begins

2008-08-17T21:58:00.000-07:00

The next Shasta Splash Dogs dock jumping course
starts
Monday, August 18, 2008 at Whiskeytown Lake
6:00 - 7:00 pm.

There are six classes total.
The first class will be held at the Whiskeytown Visitors Center at the lawn.
The remaining five classes will be at the Whiskeytown Boat Ramp (directions).

The class costs $60.00 for non-members, and $20.00 for Shasta Splash Dogs members.
It is $35.00 to join Shasta Splash Dogs.
If you join the club and pay $20 for the class, you will realize a savings of $5.00.
Shasta Splash Dogs restricts classes to 15 dog/handler teams.
Requirements are listed below.
To enroll and reserve your space, download and complete both the Class Application and the Release Agreement and bring both forms with check made out to Shasta Splash Dogs.

For more information contact Ralph Darrow 530-241-5031, or Bob Ekin 530-604-0033.
If space is still available, you may enroll the night of the class.
If you want to enroll the night of the class, please arrive 30 minutes early so they can complete the paperwork before the class starts.
Shasta Splash Dogs cannot guarantee there will be room if you don't enroll in advance.
Suggested homework prior to the start of class...
Work on a sit, a stay, and recall (come).
If you have these skills prior to the beginning of class, you will be ahead.
For the first night, you will need your dog, a lead, a favorite floatable toy.

Dogs must be able to be crated when not practicing.
Dogs must have basic obedience skills, such as SIT, STAY, COME.
Dogs need to be easily controlled on leash.
Dogs MUST accept handling by strangers.
No bitches in season
NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS!
You will need a buckle collar, leash, your dog's favorite floatable toy, and plastic bags to pickup after your dog(s).

Photo courtesy of Shasta Splash Dogs.

Laurie Lewis in Mt. Shasta

2008-08-17T00:29:00.000-07:00

What: Laurie Lewis at the Mt. Shasta Music Festival.

When: Sunday, August 17th

Gates open at 3:30 p.m.. 4:30 p.m. show.

Where: Mt. Shasta Resort, 1000 Siskiyou Lake Blvd., Mt. Shasta, CA.

The Details: This is an all ages show.

Tickets are $20 in advance. $25 day of concert.
Ages 16 and under free with paid adult.A
Additional Ticket Outlets: Mt. Shasta Resort & Bog Bean Books & Music in Redding.
Chairs provided, or bring a blanket, or dance. No coolers please.

About Laurie: Bluegrass & Americana legend Laurie Lewis received a Grammy award for “True Life Blues: The Songs of Bill Monroe,” has twice been named Female Vocalist of the Year by the IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association), and received Song of the Year for “Who Will Watch the Home Place.”

Lewis’ dedicated following includes Alison Krauss, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Ralph Stanley, and Linda Ronstadt, who makes a guest appearance on her latest CD The Golden West. “Judging by the respect she has among fans and peers in the industry,” says IBMA executive director Dan Hays, “I would certainly say Laurie is one of the pre-eminent bluegrass and Americana artists of our time, and one of the top five female artists of the last 30 years.”

Note: This information was originally posted by Jim Dyar on Food for Thought. Thanks, Jim!

Saturday, August 16th: The Waybacks

2008-08-15T10:24:00.000-07:00

What: The Waybacks at Gray Pine Farm, in Oak Run.
Sponsored by the Oaksong Society for Preservation of Way Cool Music.

When: Saturday, August 16th. Gates open at 5pm, seating at 5:30 and the concert starts at 7:30 pm.

The Details: James Nash, Chuck Hamilton, Joe Kyle Jr., Warren Hood are The Waybacks.
Concert Only Ticket is $20 - with dinner $34- Dinner is sold separately (see below).

Menu: Slow Cooked Stuffed Pork Loin, chicken, Rice, green salad, watermelon. bread.
Remember, if you want the dinner buy your tickets before noon the Friday before the concert. The dinner is only $14 for adults and kids 12 and older.

$6 for kids 5-11 years.

As always you're welcome to bring your own picnic dinner and refreshments, NO COOKING.
Bring your own lawn chair, light jacket, flashlight and a great attitude.

Gates open at 5pm, seating at 5:30 and the concert starts at 7:30.
ON-LINE TICKETS

Tickets can also be purchased at Bernie's Guitar in Redding, 530-223-2040 and at the Oak Run Country Store.

North Star Brewery: Blues, Brew & BBQ

2008-08-15T08:44:00.000-07:00

What: North Star Brewery 1st Annual Bluesfest with Lydia Pense and Cold Blood.

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2008

Time: 4:00pm-10:00pm

Where: 3501 Iron Court, Shasta Lake, CA.
Click here for map/directions.

Description:
1st Annual Bluesfest with Lydia Pense and Cold Blood.

ALL INCLUSIVE - BLUES, BREWS and BBQ!
Live on the West Stage - Festival Grounds - at the North Star Craft Brewery.
Purchase tickets in advance for $25. This event will sellout and tickets will cost $30 at the door.
This is an ALL INCLUSIVE fund raising event to benefit the National Wild Turkey Foundation.
Local blues favorites will open the show:
The Swing Cats and A Heavy Dose of Blues.
A live fire dance show by the Fire Dolls.
This will be a night of BLUES and fresh BREWS to remember!
Get your tickets today, this event WILL SELL OUT!
Photo courtesy of Dig Music.

Organic Food Fare at Holiday Market

2008-08-14T12:36:00.001-07:00

What:
Holiday Market/Placer, Better Nutrition Magazine and Amy's Fine Foods are sponsoring an Organic Food Fare at Holiday Market.

When: Friday, August 15th

Free food samples from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. supplied by Amy's Fine Foods and other organic food vendors.

Presentation by Diane Cruz on the "Right to Know" about organic food standards at 5:45 p.m.

Healthy Eating Class & Yoga Demonstration at 6:00 p.m.

For further information, contact naturalfoods@shophqf.com. Or contact Khristopher, Organic Food Manager at Holiday Market on Placer. 242-0477.

Slam Buckra in da house!

2008-08-13T08:45:00.000-07:00

Who: Slam Buckra

Where: Viva Downtown Redding Marketfest

When: Thursday, August 14th, 5:30 p.m.

Location: Library Park, downtown Redding

Blog hiatus....

2008-04-29T08:54:00.000-07:00

Sorry, I'm on a long-term blog hiatus....

Weds., April 23rd: Lemurian Kick-off Party at The Chain Gang

2008-04-23T07:35:00.000-07:00

What: Lemurian Kick-Off Party & BBQ at The Chain Gang Bike Shop

When: Weds., April 23rd, starts at 4:00 p.m.

Where: The Chain Gang Bike Shop, 1540 Division Street, Redding. (530) 243-9951.

The Scoop: Last day to register for the Lemurian Bike Race at the early-bird price of $35.00. Registration will remain open, but will increase to $45.00.

Actual race starts at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 26th at Brandy Creek Marina in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

Links: 21st Annual Shasta Lemurian Classic Mountain Bike Race, Shasta County.

Image Source: See more photos of last year's race on Flickr.com.

Happy Birthday Edible Shasta-Butte!

2008-04-22T09:06:00.001-07:00

Happy Earth Day, and Happy First Birthday to one of the Northstate's must sumptuous new magazines: Edible Shasta-Butte. Yum!

It's a great local magazine "celebrating the abundance of local foods, season by season."

It's part of a nationwide network of Edible magazines, including Edible San Francisco and Edible Sacramento. I'm thrilled that we have our own local Edible magazine (based in Chico, California).

This magazine can be a little challenging to find around town. I found the Spring 2008 issue at GOA Fitness yesterday. Keep an eye out for it at your local grocery stores and restaurants. It's definitely worth hunting for.

Saturday, April 19th: Fire & Light tableware sale

2008-04-19T08:47:00.000-07:00

What: Fire & Light tableware sale

Where: Red Lion Hotel, 1830 Hilltop Dr.

When: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Scoop: Fire & Light tableware is a handmade in Arcata using recycled glass. Prices today are 50-60% off store prices.

Note: Please bring your own boxes is you plan on making a large purchase.

Questions?: Call 1-800-844-2223

Saturday, April 19th: Jill Cohn at North Star Brewery

2008-04-18T08:30:00.001-07:00

When: Saturday, April 19, 2008. 8 - 11 p.m.

What: "Jill Cohn" live at North Star Brewery in Shasta Lake.

Where: 3501 Iron Ct., Shasta Lake, CA

The Scoop: Jill Cohn is an outstanding femal vocalist and band from Los Angeles passing through on her way from Los Angeles to Seattle.

Check out some of Jill's tunes by clicking here.

Questions: 530.275.BREW (2739)

Friday, April 18th: Live Music at Senor Rosa's

2008-04-18T08:15:00.001-07:00

Senor Rosa's is now featuring live music on Friday night's.

Tonight, grab a scrumptious burrito or fish taco and enjoy the sounds of "Nick Champi," an acoustic/folk guitarist.

Where: 2030 Eureka Way, Redding

When: 6:00 p.m.

All ages welcome. No cover charge! Fun for the whole family!

Questions: 530.241.8226

Thursday, April 17th: Amy's Fine Food Demonstration @ Holiday Market

2008-04-17T08:52:00.000-07:00

What: 3rd Annual Gluten-Free Support Group & Food Demonstration

When: Thursday, April 17th, 3:00 p.m to 6:00 p.m.

Where: Holiday Market, 3315 Placer Street

Sponsored by: Holiday Market and Amy's Fine Foods

The Scoop: A gluten-free diet is a diet completely free of ingredients derived from gluten containing cereals: wheat (including Kamut and spelt), barley, rye, oats and triticale.

Food demonstration starts at 3:00 p.m.

At 6:15 p.m., Dr. Michael Jorde will be a guest speaker and will be talking about celiac disease.

Holiday Market will also have the following vendors handing out literature and samples of their awesome wheat and gluten free products:

-- Amy's Fine Foods

-- Namaste cakes fresh baked for the event

-- Boars Head all natural hormone free meats

-- Lungberg Family farms

For further information or questions concerning the Gluten Free, Wheat Free Support Group, contact Khristopher Balazich at (530) 242-0477 or at naturalfoods@shophqf.com.

April 16th: Joel Fafard at Bernie's Guitar tonight

2008-04-16T07:35:00.000-07:00

What: Joel Fafard at Bernie's Guitar

When: Tonight! Wed. April 16th

Where: Bernie's Guitar, 3086 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA

Time: Not posted on Oaksong website.

Call Bernie's: 530-223-2040 to double-check, or check website later today.

Here's the Scoop on Joel Fafard:

Juno 2007 Nominated - Instrumental Album of the year.

Western Canadian Music Awards 2006 Winner - Outstanding Instrumental Recording.

Canadian Folk Music Awards 2006 Nominated - Best Instrumentalist Solo. - "Rocking Horse".

Western Canadian Music Awards 2004 Nominated - Outstanding Instrumental recording of the year.

Joel Fafard is that rare breed of instrumentalist: the kind whose appeal reaches far beyond the realm of serious guitar enthusiasts. The gifted slide finger-style player writes stirring, melodic compositions that paint pictures as vivid as any song with words. He introduces them on-stage with hilarious commentary delivered in a "hillbilly farm-boy" stage persona that quickly wins his audience over. And when he sinks his chops into a number like "Face Down in the Rhubarb," well, let's just say the serious guitar enthusiasts aren't disappointed either.

The Oaksong Masters in Music Concert Series is a new series of occasional concerts designed to present those artists that we believe have profoundly influenced their genre of musical arts.

Whether virtuoso instrument playing, vocals, songwriting, song interpretation or all of the above, the artists presented in this series exemplifies mastery of their craft.

The concerts are usually about 90 minutes divided into two 45 minute sets with a 15 to 20 minute break between sets.

They are designed to be a relaxed warm gathering for attendees and artists alike and feature a question-answer period usually just after the first break and before the beginning of the second set of music.

April 15th: Need 2 Speed - $15.00 Race Day!

2008-04-15T07:46:00.000-07:00

Taxes got you down? Need 2 Speed is Giving You a Tax Break!

Race for $15.00 a race all day April 15th, 2008.

Adult Track Only.

See you at the races!

Monday, April 14th: Asleep at the Wheel Rolls into Redding

2008-04-14T08:11:00.001-07:00

Did you fall Asleep at the Wheel? If so, it's not too late to grab your ticket to tonight's show at the Cascade Theatre.

Also, don't forget to grab some tickets to see the Cowboy Junkies on May 2nd at the Cascade Theatre as well!

Saturday, April 12: "Hollow Lane" at North Star Brewery

2008-04-11T07:38:00.000-07:00

North Star Brewery in Shasta Lake presents:

"Hollow Lane"
Local musicians rock'n the taproom
8-11 pm
Check out their tunes here

Friday, April 11th: Live Music at Senor Rosa's

2008-04-11T06:27:00.000-07:00

Senor Rosa's is now featuring live music on Friday night's. Tonight, grab a scrumptious burrito and enjoy the sounds of "Ellis," a seventeen-year guitarist extraodinaire and John Mayer-to-be. Don't miss him, he's truly amazing!

Where: 2030 Eureka Way, Redding

When: 6:00 p.m.

Questions: 530.241.8226

April 10th: 'Tis Pint Night at C.R. Gibbs...

2008-04-10T07:52:00.001-07:00

North Star Brewery Pint Night at C.R. Gibbs

Thursday, April 10, 2008

4:00 pm 'till whenever

Shawn A. Sease
North Star Craft Brewery
530.275.2739
shawn@northstarbrew.com
http://www.northstarbrew.com/

Need directions? http://www.crgibbs.com/

April 10th: Girls Night Out at Bellissima Salon and Spa

2008-04-09T18:23:00.001-07:00

Join C.C. Miller, Skin Care Therapist Extraordinaire,

for an OPEN HOUSE

at her new location within
Bellissima Salon and Spa

Date: Thursday, April 10th, 2008

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Wine and Hors d'Oeuvres will be served

Where: 2437 Old Eureka Way

(Old Eureka Way is off of Eureka Way at Walnut Street. Click here for map.)

Questions? Call: (530) 209-1843.

April 11th and 12th: Double Feature at Schreder Planetarium

2008-04-08T08:23:00.001-07:00

If you've always wanted to go to Schreder Planetarium in Redding, but have never quite found the perfect time to go; now is your moment to strike. Schreder Planetarium keeps getting better and better....

Friday, April 11th: 7:30PM "Secrets of the Sun" and bonus feature "Total Eclipse."

Saturday, April 12th: 7:30PM "Secrets of the Sun"and bonus feature "Total Eclipse."

Ticket Information:

Cost: $8.00 for adults, and $5.00 for children 12 and under
Tickets: Advance tickets can be purchased for these shows.

Tickets can be purchased at the Shasta County Office of Education, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 9 AM to 4:30 PM.

For ticket information call (530) 225-0200
NO REFUNDS/NO TICKET EXCHANGES.

Because of our limited seating, we cannot accommodate extra people in the event we sell out...so be sure to choose the right day!

All shows begin promptly at 7:30 PM with doors opening at 7:15 PM.

Please remember, because of our unique facility, once we close the doors, there is NO LATE ADMITTANCE.

Directions: Click here
Contact:
Schreder Planetarium Digital Theater
Shasta County Office of Education
1644 Magnolia Ave
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0200email contact click here

Can't make it? See the remainder of the Public Show Schedule and pick another show down the road.

April 5th: Belly Dance Extravaganza

2008-04-03T07:26:00.000-07:00

Well folks, it's almost here: The 2008 Belly Dance Extravaganza at the Shasta College Theater, Saturday, April 5th.

Featuring performances by:
Nanna Candelaria, Sandra and Michelle of San Francisco
Unmata and Verbatim of Sacramento
Deeta and Modern Gypsy of Redding, and many more!

Tickets are $15.00 in advance and $20.00 at the door. Advance tickets available at Zara's Emporium located at 1327 Tehama Street in Redding beginning March 15th.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.

Workshops with Nanna Candelaria and Shelly of Unmata on Sunday, April 6th at Redding Ballet Academie.

Call (530) 221-3242 for more information or Tribenet.com.

Celebrate the End of Prohibition!

2008-03-31T16:49:00.000-07:00

When: Saturday, April 5, 2008 - "75 Years of Beer Celebration"

Where: North Star Craft Brewery in Shasta Lake is celebrating the repeal of prohibition.

What: "On April 7, 1933 the 18th amendment of the constituion was amended to allow for .05% - 3.5% alcoholic beverages. Within the first 24 hours americans consumed 1.5 million barrels of beer.

Join Northstar Brewery in Shasta Lake on Saturday, April 5, 2008 and celebrate 75 years of beers. Drinks specials all day/night, plus live music by the "Swing Cats" from 8-11pm. See you on Saturday!

Artist-in-Residence: Patrick Daugherty

2008-03-10T10:17:00.000-07:00

I spent Saturday and Sunday mornings this weekend working on the new art installation in the McConnell Gardens of the Turtle Bay Arboretum.

Patrick Daugherty is a world famous, artist-in-residence working on a new willow sculpture in the gardens. It was a mind altering experience.

If you have a chance, please drop-by and see the sculpture under construction.

Or better yet, please sign-up to volunteer some of your time to the project over the next two weeks.

Or just come for the opening celebration and dedication of the completed sculpture at 5 p.m., March 21st in the McConnell Gardens.

Check-out Patrick Daugherty's other stickwork installations here.

Photo courtesy of Stickworknet.com.

The Way Bobby Sees It...

2008-03-10T09:18:00.000-07:00

Our own, beloved Bobby McMullen is the subject of a brand new documentary film called "The Way Bobby Sees It."

If you missed the premiere at the Cascade Theatre on Saturday night, check the Poison Oak Productions website for additional showings, or purchase a DVD.

View the (moving) movie trailer here.

Bravo to Bobby McMullen and Jason Watkins/Wendy Todd of Poison Oak Productions! The film is excellent! Here's a full review from the esteemed Jim Dyar.

Photo courtesy of Poison Oak Productions.