Magazine: July 2011 Issue
Star Search
Published: 28-Jun-2011
Summer has arrived in earnest, and it’s a glorious time to explore our little corner of America the Beautiful.Whether you’re looking for a few good destination hikes, a good swimming hole or just a place to witness the majestic power of millions of gallons of falling water, our guide to local waterfalls will help you find a spot that fits your style. Prefer a higher-speed aquatic adventure? Sundial Jetboat Excursions provides exhilarating fun on the Sacramento River.
Are you ready for some baseball? It’s always a treat to see the San Francisco Giants in action, but you can get your game on much closer to home. The Redding Colt .45s are officially a collegiate summer league team, but 25 players have gone on to play professionally, and the team continues to ramp up the entertainment side of the ballpark experience. Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jacks – play ball!
Anyone who has attended a graduation in recent weeks doesn’t need to be convinced of the vast potential of our young people. Look no further than Dylan Olson of Redding, a 2006 graduate of Stellar Charter School whose design for an original amusement park attraction earned him a semi-finalist spot in the Walt Disney Imagineering ImagiNations Design Competition.
But he’s nowhere near the only young up-and-comer who is making waves in our world. The Catalyst Redding Young Professionals contributed more than $26,000 to local charities through 23 events in 11 months. Their mission is to give young professionals a chance to meet, learn and inspire each other while promoting culture and helping nurture youthful energy. The list of achievements they’ve piled up in less than a year will wow you.
Despite a first-week cancellation due to rain (really?), our third annual Enjoy Movies in the Park series is just as well-received as it was last year. If you haven’t been to this free, fantastically fun family event, there’s still plenty of summer left! July’s movies are at the Anderson River Park Amphitheater, and donations benefit the American Legion. Bring your lawnchair or a blanket – we’ll save a spot for you.
Make some fireworks this month!
