Magazine: September 2011 Issue
Family Matters
Published: 30-Aug-2011
Nature’s thermostat slowly inches downward, leaves turn, classrooms bustle with eager students once again – amazing autumn is on the horizon. And with the new season comes new people to meet and fresh places to explore.Scott Joss, one of the finest musicians to ever emerge from Redding, counts Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard and Dwight Yoakam among the superstars with whom he’s shared the stage. “I’ve made a living and supported my family by scraping on a piece of wood with some strings on it. Talk about living the dream,” Joss says. He’ll take center stage this month as part of the Wright Sound concert series at the lovely Pilgrim Congregational Church.
Kindergartners at Manzanita Elementary School know Vicki Ono as a multidimensional lifelong learner who loves science, art, music, kids and critters (even spiders!). The adults in her life admire how she helps little ones learn the three R’s while emphasizing kindness, character, good work habits and having fun. She walks the talk, devoting much of her free time to philanthropic and humanitarian causes. We’ll tell you more about her.
Literacy is an issue that’s naturally close to our hearts. International Literacy Day will be celebrated in Redding in a variety of ways, including some new classes at the library that encourage parents and youngsters to read together – a worthwhile endeavor, indeed.
You know how we love to explore this great North State, and this month we’ll introduce you to the amazing hydrothermal landscape known as Bumpass Hell. If you’re an animal aficionado, consider heading south to Oroville to meet the lions, tigers, foxes and more at Barry Kirshner Wildlife Foundation, which more than 70 creatures call home. Or head west to Weaverville for Autumn in the Alps, a series of artistic community activities.
We also share stories this month about an arena football ace, a club of historic vehicle owners, the greatness of grandparenthood, Girls with Guns and more.
Don’t forget – it’s the last month of the season for Enjoy Movies in the Park, so bring your lawnchair, your blanket and some snacks out to Enterprise Park to watch some free, fun family flicks on our huge inflatable screen.
Take a moment to watch the leaves fall. Enjoy!
