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THE CHICO RELOCATION GUIDE
2010 - 2011
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FEATURES:What makes Chico—Chico page 11Exciting places to visit and experience
CARD page 21A peek inside Chico's Recreation and Park District
INSIDE:Discover Chico page 6Community Information
Calendar of Events page 15What's happening
Map page 25Points of interest in Chico
Chico Performances Calendar page 26Presented by California State University, Chico
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DEMOGRAPHICSChico is a youthful, creative and educatedcommunity, with the median age of 27.7.35% of Chico’s population has a Bachelor ofArts (BA) degree or higher.City of Chico:
Population: 84,491Butte County Population:
218, 312Urban Area:
104,800Growth Rate: 2.9%
(Source: State Department of Finance for2007)
WEATHERChico’s four distinct seasons make it a beau-tiful place to live and work all year-round!Average Temperatures:• January— Low-35º Highs-54º• April—Lows 45º Highs 72º• July—Lows-61º Highs 93º• October—Lows-47º Highs 79º
Rainfall: January has the most rainfall, aver-aging 5.17”Source: Weather.com
TRANSPORTATION &CONNECTIONS
Chico offers easy connectivity to locationsthroughout California and the world. Chicois strategically positioned in the middle ofthe West Coast - 500 miles to LA and 500miles to Portland. Just 170 miles to SanFrancisco: 90 miles to Sacramento: 73 milesto Redding.
AIR SERVICEWhether you’re an entrepreneur who doesbusiness far beyond Chico’s boundaries orsimply want to travel out of the area, theCMA offers an easy way to reach your des-tination. Dedicated in 1935, this modern,integrated air facility is capable of accom-modating air carriers as well as both com-mercial and general aviation planes.Currently, SkyWest Airlines runs four flightsdaily to San Francisco. The City of Chico isactively working toward securing additionalflight service to the Los Angeles area andPacific Northwest. For more information,visit www.united.com or call 1-800-864-8331.
RAILRail service is available via AMTRAK on theCoast Starlight. Widely regarded as one ofthe most spectacular of all train routes, theCoast Starlight links the greatest cities on theWest Coast. En route daily between Seattleand Los Angeles, the Coast Starlight passesthrough over 500 cities, including Chico.AMTRAK Station West 5th and OrangeStreets, ChicoPhone Reservations: 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) Online Reservations:www.amtrak.com
PUBLIC TRANSITButte Regional Transit, “The B-Line” is ButteCounty’s regional public transit system. Youcan use B-Line to travel locally in Chico,Oroville, Paradise, or to travel betweencommunities throughout Butte County.visit www.bcag.org or call (530) 879-2468
On behalf of the Chico Chamber of Commerceand the over 850 businesses we represent, Iwelcome you to the beautiful City of ChicoCalifornia!
Once you’ve arrived, you’ll find plenty to seeand do in our vibrant community, as well as thesurrounding urban and wild areas of NorthernCalifornia. Chico offers exceptional dining andshopping choices, as well as endless opportu-nities for outdoor recreation and cultural expe-riences.
We invite you to stop by the Chico Chamber ofCommerce and Visitor Bureau, located at 300
Salem Street in Downtown Chico to learn moreabout the special community that is Chico.
To keep track of things to see and do year-round, visit our community calendar online atwww.chicochamber.com
Once again, welcome to Chico. We look for-ward to serving you again and again!
Sincerely,Jolene FrancisPresident/CEO Chico Chamber of Commerce
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JOLENE FRANCISPRESIDENT/CEO
CHICO CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE
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EDUCATIONALOPPORTUNITIES IN
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Chico is home to California State University,Chico, Butte-Glenn Community college,University of Phoenix, Northern CaliforniaSchool of Law, Chico Unified School Districtand several Charter schools. This wide arrayof educational choices has produced a talent-ed pool of skilled workers and earned Chicorecognition as a center for quality education.California State University, Chico has beenrecognized as a quality resource for skilledworkers, and is ranked fourth among mas-
ter’s level public universities in the westernUnited States in the 2007 America’s BestColleges from U.S. News & World Reportmagazine. With a diverse student populationand a wide variety of educational programs,Butte-Glenn Community College students areproving that starting at a community collegecan indeed, take you anywhere. Butte Collegehas a wonderful variety of educationaloptions from which to choose. Those includetransfer degrees to a four-year college,Associate in Arts or Science Degrees, certifi-cate programs, courses that prepare studentsfor employment, career skills coursework andpersonal enrichment classes.The Chico Unified School District covers 322square miles and includes all of the city ofChico and adjacent unincorporated areas ofButte County. In 2007, Chico Unified SchoolDistrict (K-12) was rated top 20% in the coun-try and given a 5-star rating by ExpansionManagement Magazine.
CHICO PROMOTESSUSTAINABILITY
Chico is known as a center for sustainabilitydue to the significant efforts occurring in busi-ness, education and government. There arenumerous businesses in Chico and the sur-rounding areas that produce sustainability-related products and services, and/or followsustainable business practices. FAFCO is theoldest and largest solar panel manufacturer inthe U.S. SierraCalifornia State University, Chico and ButteCollege are taking leadership roles in sustain-ability efforts in higher education. They haveincorporated it into their strategic initiativesand are integrating into their curriculum,which will result in educating a skilled work-force knowledgeable in sustainability.In local government, the City of Chico is also
a leader in sustainability efforts. It has demon-strated its commitment to renewable energyby installing solar facilities at key municipalsites. With its most recent installation of theworld’s largest solar tracking facility at awastewater treatment plant, the City becamea partner in the EPA Green Power LeadershipClub, a voluntary organization designed toreduce the environmental impact of electricitygeneration by encouraging organizations toconvert a percentage of their electricity togreen power. The City also demonstrated itscommitment to sustainability by recently sign-ing the U.S. Conference of Mayors ClimateProtection Agreement to work toward mea-sures to reduce global warming. Chico is inter-ested in business opportunities that build on itscommitment to stewardship through sustain-ability.
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RECREATIONWhere else can you live and within minutesbe in one of the largest municipal parks in thenation? That’s right, Bidwell Park (Site ofRobin Hood’s Sherwood Forest) spans morethan 3,700 acres and offers extensive hiking,biking and equestrian trails, along withswimming opportunities at One MileRecreation Area and in Upper Park.Chico is in close proximity to a number orrivers and lakes, perfect for fishing, kayaking
and boating. The Sacramento River offersfantastic fishing opportunities, and is locatedjust seven miles east of Chico. For water-
sports enthusiasts, Lake Oroville offers15,500 surface acres for recreation, and167 miles of shoreline, and just 20 miles fromChico. Lake Almanor is a 90-minute drive upState Highway 32, and offers access towaterskiing, sailing, sailboarding and jetski-ing. Contact the Chico Chamber ofCommerce at 800-852-8570.The Chico Area Recreation and Park District(CARD) offers free or inexpensive recreation-al programs for approximately 40,000 par-ticipants annually. Chico has over 50 tenniscourts, more than a dozen racquetball courts,a bowling alley, a roller-skating rink andminiature golf course, four golf courses, andsix gymnasiums.
ARTS, CULTURE ANDENTERTAINMENT
Chico’s heritage is diverse, with rich tradi-tions among the American Indian, Hmongand Hispanic populations. Chico’s diversecultural landscape is enhanced by severalperforming arts organizations, a variety ofart galleries, world renowned art glass stu-dios and many public art treatments. Fromcommunity theatre to nationally acclaimedtouring artists performing in Chico State’s his-toric Laxson Auditorium, Chico offers year-round entertainment unparalleled in theNorthern Sacramento Valley. In 2004, Chicowas ranked as the #10 art town in Americaby author John Villani.
A SAFE COMMUNITYChico’s Police and Fire Departments are ded-icated to the well-being of those who live,work and visit our community. The ChicoPolice Department provides quality service tothe community, with employees who takegreat pride in the professional service they
provide. The department’s Mission Statementaffirms their pledge to our community to pro-vide the best in law enforcement services tothe people who live, work, study, and travelthrough Chico. Six Chico Fire Stations arelocated throughout the City to promptly pro-vide personnel and emergency equipment tohomes and businesses.
A CENTER FORHEALTHCARE & WELLNESS
Chico’s healthcare industry serves the entireNorthState. There are approximately 300physicians/surgeons and a wide array ofprofessional dentists in practice, along with
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access to chiropractic care, acupuncturistsand alternative medical practitioners inChico. Enloe Medical Center, a non-profit
organization governed by a volunteer com-munity board of directors, providesadvanced health care to more than 400,000residents in a six-county region in NorthernCalifornia. With 391 licensed beds, EnloeMedical Center offers a continuum of healthservices and is the largest private employer in
Chico. A highly skilled team of physicianssupport Enloe, along with more than 2,200skilled employees. It is home to a heart pro-gram, a Level II Trauma Center, FlightCare,Stroke Program, Mother & Baby Care Centerand inpatient services that include surgeryand intensive care, as well as a RegionalCancer Center, Weight ManagementProgram, Home Health and Hospice,Behavioral Health unit, Children’s HealthCenter, Rehabilitation Center, Same DaySurgery Center, and two Prompt Care Clinics.Contact Enloe Medical Center at530.332.7300 or visit www.enloe.org
DESTINATION FORTOURISTS
Chico offers year-round activities and eventsdesigned to draw visitors from outside of theregion. Visitors have access to spectacularoutdoor recreational opportunities, alongwith access to some of the finest historicaland cultural offerings in California.
Programs such as the self-guided WinterMigratory Waterfowl Tour, created by theChico Chamber of Commerce, have drawnin birding enthusiasts from throughoutCalifornia for the last decade and wasawarded “Best Eco-Tourism” Program by theCalifornia Tourism Commission, and is nowincorporated into the Annual Snow GooseFestival, draws in thousands of visitors to theregion each January. Each Spring, visitorscan view the beautiful blossoms in the regionby taking part in a self-guided “BlossomTour” developed by the Chamber. The tourtakes visitors throughout beautiful ButteCounty, and celebrates local agri culture.
Each October, the Sierra Oro Farm TrailPassport Weekend helps boost agritourism inthe area by bringing in visitors to experiencefarm-fresh foods and wines from local farms
and wineries. Artoberfest, a month-long cel-ebration of arts and culture, also takes placeeach October, and gives visitors a chance toexperience all types of artistic events, fromgalleries to live theater to live music. Forinformation. Contact the Chico Chamber at800-852-8570.
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“Best Places to Retire”2008 U.S. News & World Report; 2005 & 2006CNN money.com; 1998 Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
“10 Greenest Colleges in America”(CSU Chico, 2008, The Daily Green)
“Best Green Places to Live”(Chico, CA. Country Home Magazine, 2007)
“2007 Best Colleges”(CSU Chico, U.S. News Report, 2007)
“5-Star Rating” for K-12Educational System”(Chico, CA - Expansion Management Magazine, 2007)
“Best Mid-Size Downtowns”(Ranked #3. California Planning & Development Report,2007)
“Fastest Commute Time”(Ranked #5 by Money Magazine - 2006)
“Best Small Art Town in America”Ranked #10 by Author John Villani, 2003
“Best Places in America”(Forbes Magazine, May 2000)
“Bike Town in America “(Ranked #1 - Bicycling Magazine, 1997)
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SStteeppppiinngg oouutt into downtownChico a sense of history andculture abounds.
From the old brick buildings atCalifornia State University Chico tothe giant hands sculpture near cityhall, the city proudly boasts its her-itage and commitment to the arts.
In fact, Chico was named the No. 10Art Town in America by author JohnVillani in his book The 100 Best ArtTowns in America.
Many of themurals, sculpturesand other pieces ofpublic art werefunded or partiallyfunded by the city.
Back in 1990 thecity committed aportion of its tran-sient occupancy tax(generated throughhotel room fees) tosupporting theChico ArtsProgram.
Today, that pro-gram helps fund notonly public art butalso performance-related arts such asdance, theater and music.
FFoorr tthhoossee iinntteerreesstteedd in checkingout all the art, just keep youreyes open.
There are about 40 different murals
located within the city honoring his-torical figures, events, places andactivities.
Since the city is one of the most pop-ular cycling sites in the state, it’s notsurprising that one of the murals byScott Teeple pays tribute to the “bicy-clist.”
Other murals include one of cityfounders John and Annie Bidwell,another of a crumbling red wall with
ancient Greek columns peeking outunderneath and finally one payingtribute to the fab four, the Beetles.
Pick up a map of mural locations atthe Chico Visitor Center located atThird Street and Salem and go on a
hiking tour of the city.If you’re out and about on a
Saturday morning, be sure to stop bythe Chico Certified Farmer’s Market.The market features locally grownproduce, nuts, olive oil, rice, flowersand arts and crafts.
SSiinnccee aallll tthhee ffoooodd is locallygrown, its picked a the peak ofripeness and is full of flavor.
Variety and selection changes withthe season, so if youwant-- say blueberries--make sure it’s in season.
The market is locatedyear-round in downtownChico between 2nd andWall Streets from 7:30a.m. - 1 p.m. everySaturday.
For those summer dayswhen morning shoppingjust isn’t an option, Chicoalso features itsThursday Night Market.
From 6-8 P.M. fromApril through September,the city comes alive onThursday nights.
Local entertainers singfor their supper. Performers dance, domagic tricks, demonstrate karate, playthe banjo and much, much more.
The whole rhythm of downtown on
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market nights is one of laid back easeas people stroll through the streetsand purchase fresh fruits and vegeta-bles, flowers, nuts, handmade cloth-ing, arts and crafts, food and services.
They can also catch up on the latestpolitical news or learn about a newnonprofit group/cause they can sup-port.
The market is located on Broadwayfrom 2nd to 5th Streets.
Now if all that fresh fruit hasn’t wetyour appetite for Chico, perhaps a tourof one of its many historical sites willdo the job.
No visit to Chico would be completewithout a visit to Bidwell MansionState Historic Park located at 525Esplanade.
TThhee eennoorrmmoouuss three-story pinkmansion was once the home toChico founders John and Annie
Bidwell. The 26-room mansion is nowa museum honoring the couples’ lega-cy.
When constructed in 1868, the man-sion was quite modern for the times
and featured indoor plumbing com-plete with flush toilets, gas lightingand a complex bell system.
The visitor center is open Mondaythrough Wednesday 12-5 P.M. and onSaturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. - 5P.M. Tours start every hour on thehour with the last tour of the day leav-ing at 4 P.M. Call (530) 895-6144.
Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children5- 17. Kids ages 4 and under are free.
AAnnootthheerr oolldd VViiccttoorriiaann you canperuse is the StansburyHouse located at 307 W. Fifth
Street.
The home was built in 1883 for Dr.Oscar Stansbury and his wife, Libbieand features period antiques, wall cov-erings, old medical equipment andother artifacts.
Hours are on Saturday and Sundayfrom 1-4 p.m. Cost is $2 for adults, $1for students. Children 10 and underare free. Call 895-3848 for more infor-mation.
For the science-minded museumvisitors, the newly opened GatewayScience Museum might be a perfect
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Open Studios Art Tour....Reception: October 1, 7pm-9pm at Chico Art Center 450 Orange Street
Tour Dates:: October 2 & 3 (Sat. & Sun.) & October 9 & 10 (Sat. & Sun.) 10 am to 5 pm.
All Towns on both weekends. Tour Guides Available for$15.00 including an exit raffle ticket at several locationsin Oroville, Chico and Paradise.
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The museum is located at 625Esplanade and features a diverse col-lection of exhibits.
OOnnee ooff iittss mmoorree ppeerrmmaanneennttexhibits enlightens visitorson the five distinct eco-
regions surrounding the museum anddetails both ecological informationand historical significance of the var-ious regions.
Other exhibits include Ice AgeSkeletons, Witness: EndangeredSpecies of North America and RiverVoices: A Photography Exhibit on TheConfluence of Culture on theSacramento River Watershed.
Hours are Wednesday - Friday 12- 5p.m.., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. - 5p.m. Cost: Adults $5, Children $3 andmembers are free.
For more information, call (530) 898-4121 or visit the museum’s website atwww.csuchico.edu/gateway.
Another educational museum is theMuseum of Anthropology located onthe first floor of the Meriam Library at
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CSUC. Admission here is always free-- though donationsare cheerfully accepted.
The museum functions more as an educational facilityfor students in the university’s Museum Studies Program.Here, students conceive, research, design and installexhibits as part of their formal training.
PPaasstt eexxhhiibbiitts include Flash of the Spirit: The Music ofAfrica and Beyond, from Cave Art to E-mail:Language and Meaning in Human Cultures, and
Maidu Sense of Place: Landscapes of Shared History,Culture and Destiny.
The museum is open Tuesday - Saturday from 11 a.m.until 3 p.m. Call (530) 898-5397.
If you want to delve into Chico history visit the ChicoMuseum located at 141 Salem Street. The museum is freeand is open Wednesday - Sunday 12 - 4 p.m. Call (530) 891-4336.
For a little educational fun visit the Chico Air Museum orthe National Yo-Yo Museum.
The Yo-Yo Museum is located at 320 Broadway inside Birdin Hand and features an elaborate display of photographsand past contest awards.
Hours are Monday- Saturday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. andSunday 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission is free.
Located at the Chico Airport just south of the terminal isthe Chico Air Museum featuring an indoor museum, an avi-ation library, rare photographs, aircrafts and a gift shop.
Hours are Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (530) 345-6468.With so much to do, it’s easy to get lost in the arts, culture
and history of Chico. It’s a city that prides itself in thesmall-town feel with a class act. Here, patronage to the artsand historical preservation are part of what makes Chico–Chico. It’s all in the dancing trout fountain and in the beau-tiful well-preserved Victorian homes adorning downtown.
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Enloe Medical Center, the North State’s premier health care provider and employer, gives your future new energy. As the region’s only designated Level II Trauma Center, we feature a wide spectrum of specialized services that earn us local and national recognition. Enloe is a Plan-etree affiliate hospital, emphasizing patient-centered programs and care focused on healing and nurturing body, mind and spirit. We proudly serve the people of six counties and have excit-ing plans for a 191,000 square foot expansion project to be completed by 2011.
For more information about Enloe Medical Center and our current job openings, please visit our Web site at www.enloe.org/careers.
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Chico Certified Farmers’MarketsSaturdays, Downtown Chico Open year round, rain or shine. 7:30am-1pm 2nd & Wall Streets., Municipal Parking Lot 1
JULYAnnual 4th of JulyCelebrationJuly 4thOne-Mile Recretion Area in Bidwell Park
Slice of ChicoJuly 16 & 17 9 am-5 pmThis summertime tradition draws thousands intodowntown Chico for some refreshment, shoppingbargins and FREE slices of ice-cold watermelon!
Movies in the Park July 17 at sundown“Wizard of OZ”, Sycamore Field in Bidwell Park
Neighborhood Night Out July 28 6-9 pmLive music, family games, crafts, a giant slip n'slide, bounce house and low cost food options.Wildowood Park
AUGUST CARD Fall Registration August 9545 Vallombrosa Avenue
Movies in the Park August 21 at sundown“Charlotte’s Web”, One-Mile Recretion Area inBidwell Park
Neighborhood Night Out August 25 6-9 pmLive music, family games, crafts, a giant slip n'slide, bounce house and low cost food options.Oak Way Park
SEPTEMBERChico Air ShowSeptember 24, 25 & 26, 2010Dare devil flyers and Ace pilots take to the skiesover Chico to strut their stuff. Food, beverages
and a full day of entertainment for the whole fam-ily.www.chicoairshow.org
Concours D’EleganceCar Show Second weekend in SeptemberPreview Gala and Dinner Includes nohost bar dinner, dancing and auction,and on Sunday, a full day of entertainment andclassic automobiles staged on the grounds of theChico State Campus. Gates open at 10:00 AMwww.chicoconcours.com
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A Taste of ChicoSecond weekend in SeptemberA chance to taste almost all of Chico in one visit.Come hungry! 530-345-6500 or www.down-townchico.com
57th Annual Silver DollarSpeedway Gold CupSeptember 8-11The biggest little sprint car race in the world.
Grandparents DayCelebrationSeptember 12, 2:30-5:30 pmCARD Community Center:
National BullridingChampionshipsThird weekend in SeptemberBig, bold and fast ~ the bulls prove their might tothe delight and thrill of the aficionados that returneach year to watch! More info call. 530-891-1650
Chico World Music Festival September 17, 18, 19FREE daytime performances on Saturday &Sunday, FREE art classes by Chico Art Centerinstructors, FREE children's crafts by the Museumof Anthropology, Crafts from around the world,International food booths on CSUC campus.
Pastels on the PlazaSeptember 25, 9:00 am-2:00 pmCity Plaza Park: Family event gives both thenovice and professional artist an opportunity toexpress themselves. Novice 4' x 4' Professional"Fine Art Alley"8' x 8' Applications for "Fine ArtAlley" are available online at www.chicorec.comor at the CARD Office. All chalk is provided.
OCTOBER
ArtoberfestAll month OctoberChico Palio Horserace kicks off the Artoberfestleading the way to Chico's month-long celebra-tion of Arts and Culture. For a schedule of What,When & Where, visit www.artoberfest.org.
Open Studios Art TourOctober 2-3 & October 9-10A self-guided tour through local artists' studios,this delightful adventure gives curious art loversthe opportunity to watch the artists at work.
National Yo-Yo ContestFirst Saturday in October. The longest running National Championship inthe world. Competitors qualify to compete in theNational Yo-Yo Contest through one of nine
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Sierra Oro Farm Trail“Passport Weekend”Columbus Day weekend Wine Tasting & Farm fresh food sampling alongthe Sierra Oro Farm Trail. Information atwww.sierraoro.org or 800-852-8570
Harvest Sidewalk SaleFriday, Oct. 15 & Sat., Oct. 16 9 am-5 pmThe perfect opportunity to pick up some incredibledeals and even get a jump-start on holiday shop-ping.
Treat StreetSaturday, Oct. 30 2-5 pmA safe and fun adventure for children 12 andunder. Wear a costume, bring a parent and getready to stroll downtown Chico Halloween-style.
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Many trade booths to visit, make contact with thetherapists and practitioners and gain new insight
in the latest natural healing and psychic develop-ment. Manzanita Place, 1705 Manzanita Ave.,Chico. Admission is $5
Christmas Preview EventNovember 21, 4-8 pmDowntown Chico. Celebrate the season whilestrolling through downtown. Enjoy the refresh-ments, compliments of the merchants.530-345-6500 or www.downtownchico.com
DECEMBERCommunity Tree LightingDecember 3, 2010(Friday, Begins at 6:00 p.m.)A true community event where the whole towncomes out to watch the lighting of the tree.530-345-6500 or www.downtownchico.com
JANUARY12th Annual Snow Goose FestivalJanuary 27-30, 2011
Annual event that draws over 2000 visitors eachyear. Guided filed trips, educational exhibits,birding vendors and Wildlife Art Exhibit andother presentations to celebrate the bird and their
Come see why a passion for volunteeringor “Paying it Forward”, a strong sense of community and positive clinical outcomes set Chico Creek apart!
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MARCH36th Annual Bidwell ClassicMarch 5, 2011A challenging marathon course that winds therunners through the streets of downtown Chicoand Bidwell Park. Visitwww.chicorunningclub.org
Home and Garden ShowMarch, 2011The Soroptomist Home, Garden & Antique Show- one of Chico's best-attended events!
Chico Kite Day March, 2011Experience the color and excitement of kite flyingduring the Annual Kite Day with prizes for thebest homemade kites!
APRILChico WildflowerCentury Bike RideApril 2011Renowned for its striking views, challenging ter-rain, and relaxed atmosphere, the wildflower isdeservedly one of the most popular rides in
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California Nut Festival April 2011The California Nut Festival celebrates all the nutsin Chico.
Thursday Night Market(April-September) 6-9 pm
Food, crafts, jewelry, live music, dancing, pro-duce and flowers fresh from the fields availableeach week. 530-345-6500 or www.down-townchico.com
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Concerts in the ParkMay-September 7-8:30 pmLive music from many local bands and bring yourown blanket and picnic in the City Plaza.530-345-6500 or www.downtownchico.com
Silver Dollar FairMemorial Day Weekend 2011 Your very typical Fair, offering multiple days offun and food for the entire family.www.silverdollarfair.org
Pioneer Day ParadeMay 2011Staged each year, the parade is one of Chico'slongest standing annual community events. Heldthe second Saturday in May each year, on MainStreet in downtown Chico. visit: www.pioneerdayparade.com.
JUNEShakespeare in the ParkPlaza Beginning in June 2011The Ensemble Theatre of Chico sponsors and pro-duces a variety of plays (not only Shakespeare)suitable for the whole family
Threshing Bee andCountry FaireJune 2011At the Patrick Ranch in Durham.530-892-1525
Neighborhood Night Out June 2011 6-9 pmLive music, family games, crafts, a giant slip n'slide, bounce house and low cost food options.
While we strive to be as acurate as posibleevent dates often change so please check inadvance of attending. If something has been
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Community Park 1900 Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
Community Park is South Chico's premierpublic recreation facility providing an idealsetting for recreational sports, public outingsand leisure activities. Barbecues and picnicareas compliment family outings with play-ground equipment for two age groups. TheMulti-Purpose Fields are utilized by CARDprograms, the Chico Youth Soccer League,La Crosse and Field Hockey. The lighted ten-nis courts were recently resurfaced in thefashion of the U.S. Open.
DeGarmo Park Esplanade and Leora Court
Phase I of DeGarmo Park is now complete.This park is a collaborative effort between
the City of Chico and CARD to providerecreation opportunities to the rapidlyexpanding North Chico Community. DogPark Now Open! CARD now has a place forour four legged friends to play. Pleasereview the dog park rules prior to your firstvisit.
Hooker Oak Park 1928 Manzanita Avenue
Hooker Oak Park is one of Chico's oldestoutdoor recreation facilities. Sharing it'sboundary with the beautiful Big Chico Creekadjacent to Bidwell Park, this full servicepark offers an array of recreation andleisure activities. Barbecues and picnicareas compliment family outings with play-ground equipment for two age groups.Sherwood Forest Kids' Disc Golf Course, achildren's nine-hole disc golf course has aRobin Hood theme to honor the 1938 film"The Adventures of Robin Hood" that wasfilmed nearby.
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Have you ever considered how parks make life better?Whether participating in a CARD Activity, spending timewith the family at a reunion in one of our numerous parks,or enjoying a summer evening sitting outside watching amovie under the stars, imagine what your life would be likewithout parks. The Chico Area Recreation and ParkDistrict (CARD) strives to provide quality parks, facilitiesand activities that each one of us can enjoy.
CARD offers ways to PLAY for all ages through-out theyear. Programs include: Aquatics, Afterschool Programs,Youth Sports, Adult Sports, Classes, Senior Programs,Special Events, Summer Camps, Tiny Tots, Trips & Tours andmore! Taking a class or signing up for your favorite sport is
a great way to connect with others in the community andhave fun. For those who cannot commit to an entire sportseason, you can drop in during “Open Gym” hours andpick up a game of basketball or volleyball at theCommunity Park Field House.
Just about any month during the year, you can attend oneof CARD’s many FREE special events. For complete programinformation and list of special events, visit CARD at: hyper-link “http://www.chicorec.com”www.chicorec.com or givethem a call at 895-4711.
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Oak Way Park 8th Avenue and Highway 32
This highly visible Neighborhood Park offersa variety of leisure activities to include oneof Chico's best outdoor basketball courts.Highlights of this park include lighted walk-ing paths, open field space and coveredpicnic and barbecue areas.
Peterson Park Rollins Lake Drive and Denali Drive
Located off of Rollins Lake Drive and DenaliDrive, this 4.5 acre neighborhood park fea-tures picnic areas, one full basketball courtand play equipment.
Rotary ParkW. 16th Street and Broadway
Located off of W. 16th Street andBroadway, this neighborhood park featurespicnic areas, one full basketball court andplay equipment.
POOLSShapiro Pool Oleander Avenue and Memorial Way
One of Chico's first public aquatic facilities,Shapiro Pool was built in 1956 next toChico Junior High School. This popularswimming pool is utilized year round by theChico Junior High Physical EducationDepartment, CSU Chico KinesiologyDepartment, and the Aqua Jets Swim Team.CARD seasonally offers swim lessons, lapswim and family open swim.
Pleasant Valley Pool 2320 North Avenue
Located next to Bidwell Junior High School,this popular swimming pool is utilizedthroughout the year by the Bidwell JuniorHigh School Physical EducationDepartment, the Pleasant Valley HighSchool Swim Team and the Aqua Jets SwimTeam. CARD seasonally offers swim lessons,lap Swim and family open swim.
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CARD Community Center 545 Vallombrosa Avenue
This Center is the ultimate for any wedding.The Center is accented by a large rollinggrass area that leads right to the creek. TheMulti-Purpose Room has beautiful walls withrock in each corner, a perfect wood floor todance on, a full caterer's kitchen, 25 6 ft.tables, card tables with optional round tops,chairs, PA system, coffee makers and awonderful seating area. When you rent thismain hall you will have the grass area andpatio areas. Total capacity for the main hallis 200 seated and 200 Dining 250 forassembly for a dance.
Pleasant Valley RecreationCenter 2320 North Avenue
The Pleasant Valley Recreation Center is theperfect place to hold a small weddingreception, dance, birthday party or smallget-together. You have access to 6 ft. tables,chairs, card tables, PA system and black-board. When renting the Social Hall, youalso have access to a kitchen. The totalcapacity for the Social Hall is 100 diningand 150 assembly for a dance. The totalcapacity for each of the meeting rooms is25 seated. The meeting rooms are onlyavailable for rent Monday through Friday.The Center also has a patio area with grassand benches for you and your guests torelax and enjoy the outdoors.
Dorothy F. Johnson Center 775 E. 16th Street, Chico, California
Willow Hall is perfect for large meetings orget-togethers. Rental price includes a fullcaterers kitchen, tables, Chairs a PA systemand piano. This makes a great place for aparty, dance or meeting. The capacity forthis hall is 100 for dining and 200 forassembly. The Cedar and Walnut Roomsare also available for smaller meetings. Youhave access to tables, chairs and restrooms.There is no food allowed in these rooms.
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North Rim Trail: North Rim Trail starts at the Easter Cross(parking area B) off Upper Park Road. Setalong the rocky northern bluffs of UpperBidwell Park, the trail itself lacks soil and isalso rocky.North Rim Trail intersects with the followingmain trails:-Middle Trail near the Easter Cross-Blue Oak trail northwest of Horseshoe Lake-Maidu trail northeast of Horseshoe Lake-Live Oak Trail north of Diversion Dam-B Trail northwest of Brown’s HoleThere are also a number of minor,unnamed trails that it intersects withduring its ascent into Upper Park.
Upper Trail: Northeast of Horseshoe Lake iswhere Upper Trail starts. It begins asan upper fork off of Middle Trail andeventually runs into Upper ParkRoad at Diversion Dam.
Middle Trail: Middle Trail begins near the inter-section of Wildwood Avenue andUpper Park Road (at parking areaA). From the Easter Cross to B Trail(where it ends), it runs parallel toNorth Rim Trail.
Lower Trail: Lower Trail begins on the easternside of parking area E (located atHorseshoe Lake). It spills onto Upper ParkRoad between Day Camp and Bear Hole.
B Trail: B Trail was constructed by a mountain bik-ing enthusiast and has a number of switchbacks. It can be accessed from near theeastern end of North Rim Trail, or from
Upper Park Road west of Brown’s Hole. Yahi Trail: Yahi Trail was constructed in1967 by the Yahi Group of the Sierra Club.It begins just east of Horseshoe Lake (park-ing area E), off of Upper Park Road, andfinishes when it runs into Parking Area U (atthe end of Upper Park Road). A thickcanopy of creek side trees provides ampleshade for much of Yahi Trail. In addition tothe swimming hole parking lots, access to allof the swimming holes can be made via YahiTrail.
Pine Trail: Pine Trail is located directly across from theSantos Ranch Road on Highway 32. Thetrail winds downhill until it intersects withGuardians Trail.
10 Mile House Road: 10 Mile House Road is easily accessed fromHighway 32, between Santos Ranch Road
and La Castana Drive. Many park visitorsrefer to the entrance of 10 Mile House Road(which is actually a service road) as “GreenGate” due to the fact that there is a greengate in place to prevent unauthorized vehi-cles from entering. The road can be used toaccess Guardians Trail, Annie Bidwell Trail,and Big Chico Creek. The road meandersdownhill, then eastbound along Big ChicoCreek until it runs into a gate at the park’snortheastern-most boundary.
Wildwood Trail: Wildwood Trail runs alongSycamore Channel, betweenWildwood Avenue and the northside of the Five-Mile RecreationArea. The trail meanders through awoodland full of Blue Oak andFoothill Pine trees. There are a num-ber of unnamed, minor trails in thevicinity of Wildwood Trail as well.
Bloody Pin Trail: Bloody Pin Trail can be accessedfrom Guardians Trail (west of itsintersection with Humboldt Trail) orfrom Annie Bidwell Trail.Guardians Trail: Guardians Trailcan be accessed form 10 MileHouse Road, Pine Trail, orHumboldt Trail. It runs east to westalong the base of the cliffs south ofBig Chico Creek. It ends west of the
Disc Golf Course.
Annie Bidwell Trail: The Annie Bidwell Trail (ABT) formerlycalled the South Rim Trail, runs west to east.It can be access at the intersection of ChicoCanyon Road and Falcon Pointe Drive, andoff of 10 Mile House Road. It is approxi-mately 4.6 miles in length.
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8Chico Performances presentsLast Comic Standing: NBC’s Live Tourwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9Chico Performances presentsJonny Lang: Blueswww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17Chico Performances presentsOzomatli: Funk, Hip Hop, and World Chico World Music Festivalwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22Chico Performances presentsCeltic Fiddle Festival:Fiddle Music at its Finest!www.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23Chico Performances presentsNaomi Judd:How to Have a Breakthrough, Not aBreakdownwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29Chico Performances presentsMulan Jr.Disney from Blue Room Jr.www.chicoperformances.comor 530-898-6333
OCTOBER 2010SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2
Chico Performances presentsSteve Martin performing with The SteepCanyon RangersAn Evening of Blue Grass and Banjowww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14Chico Performances presentsBadi AssadSpecial Guests: MaMusewww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15Chico Performances presentsJazz Mafia SymphonyHip-Hop to Jazzwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19Chico Performances presentsCirque MechanicsBoom Townwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26Chico Performances presentsRuthie Foster & Eric BibbAcoustic Blueswww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29 Chico Performances presentsOmara PortuondoCuban Chanteusewww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
NOVEMBER 2010TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2
Chico Performances presentsImago Theatre: Zoo ZooGiant Mime Animalswww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Chico Performances presentsOrville Schell & David Breashears A Multi Media Presentation: ClimateChange in the Himalayas www.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10Chico Performances presentsMad Science Presents: Star Trek Live!www.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 17Chico Performances presentsScott SimonNPR Host: Weekend Edition Saturdaywww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19Chico Performances presentsChicago City LimitsAmerica Idles: Improv Comedywww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
DECEMBER 2010THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2
Chico Performances presentsMariachi Los Camperos de Nati CanoFiesta Navidad Holiday Celebrationwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY,DECEMBER 9, 10 & 11 AT 7:30 P.M.
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Chico Performances presentsNutcrackerClassic Holiday Balletwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14Chico Performances presentsBela Fleck & the Flecktones The Holiday Tour – Jingle all the Waywww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
JANUARY 2011TUESDAY, JANUARY 18
Chico Performances presentsPeking AcrobatsSilver Anniversary Tourwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 27Chico Performances presentsMonty Python’s SpamalotMusical Broadwaywww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
FEBRUARY 2011TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1
Chico Performances presentsToying With ScienceCrazy Scientific Wonders!www.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4Chico Performances presentsBonga & the Vodou Drums of HaitiMaster Haitian Drummerwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9Chico Performances presentsTommy EmmanuelAcoustic Guitar Wizardwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13Chico Performances presentsMenopause the Musical4 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.www.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16Chico Performances presents4 Bitchin’ Babes Diva Nationwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17Chico Performances presentsMaya AngelouBridging Our Worldwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
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MARCH 2011WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2
Chico Performances presentsBalé Folclórico da BahiaBrazilian Carnivale!www.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
FRIDAY, MARCH 4Chico Performances presents5 BrownsClassical Pianowww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
FRIDAY-SATURDAY, MARCH 11-12Chico Performances presentsKeeping Dance Alive!Repertory Dancewww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
FRIDAY, MARCH 18Chico Performances presentsVäsen: Swedish Folk Rockwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
THURSDAY, MARCH 24Chico Performances presentsAcoustic Africa Habib Koité, Oliver Mtukudzi, Afel Bocoumwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30Chico Performances presentsLos CenzontlesCesar Chavez Celebrationwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
APRIL 2011FRIDAY, APRIL 1
Chico Performances presentsJuilliard String QuartetChamber Musicwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
TUESDAY, APRIL 5Chico Performances presentsSpencers Theatre of IllusionIllusions & Magicwww.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
MONDAY, APRIL 8Chico Performances presentsPaula Poundstone: 100% PaulaBack Again!www.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13Chico Performances presentsBela Fleck, Zakir Hussain, Edgar MeyerAcoustic World Fusion www.chicoperformances.com or 530-898-6333
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Dinner7 Nights a Week at 5pm
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