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Dynamic dads, sweet summertime and backyard barbecues… we celebrate them all this month.
If your Father’s Day celebration leads west to the coast, stop by Fire & Light glassware and pay John and Natali McClurg a visit. xHumboldt County and beyond, and their eco-friendly shop is a kaleidoscope of color.
We’ll introduce you to Dr. Carl Vincent, a fascinating character who has been inducted into knighthood for his bravery and works alongside his daughter, Tanya, at The Antique Dragon in Redding. And then there’s champion bullfighter Joe Baumgartner of Red Bluff, who has earned himself a spot in the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame for his remarkable work. We’ll tell you more about him.
Meanwhile, treat Dad to a spicy grilled steak that will let him know just how much you appreciate him. We’ve got the perfect recipe in this issue. Feeling like some exercise after your feast? The North State has a scenic bicycle trail that’s just your speed, whether you’re an avid cyclist or a casual meanderer. Grab a bike map and explore to your heart’s content.
Still stumped for a Father’s Day gift idea? The friendly folks at Enjoy the Store (now in Redding and Red Bluff) will fill one of our signature gift crates with unique, made-in-the-North-State treats that are sure to impress.
Be sure to mark your calendar now for the fourth annual Enjoy Movies in the Park series, which begins on June 7. Join us every Friday night this summer in our regional parks to watch a film under the stars. Movies are free and start at dusk, with June’s showings at Caldwell Park. Check www.enjoymoviesinthepark.com for the list of films. Bring a blanket, a picnic basket and a friend—we’ll see you there!
Published in: April 2012
It was my Uncle Joe who taught me the game that forever influenced my life and brings me such great joy today. My Uncle Joe in Lorain, Ohio, who, because of a bad bout with polio, had one leg significantly shorter than the other, had me fielding grounders and taking batting practice at the age..
Published in: June 2013
The town of Mount Shasta is dominated by the magnificent, snow-capped beauty of its 14,179-foot namesake. Maybe it’s the creative influence of the mountain, the sparkling lakes, bubbling streams or the lush forests, but among the town’s citizens is an incredible collection of talented artists, writers and musicians. Among this gifted group is the acoustic..
Published in: June 2013
It’s not every day you meet a knight in Redding, California, or anywhere else in the world, for that matter. But if you were to walk into The Antique Dragon on Park Marina Drive and talk to Dr. Carl Vincent, you would be having a conversation with a man who has been inducted into knighthood..
Published in: June 2013
The sun dances over young trees in pots, which watch eagerly as people pull into the parking lot of the Spring Hill Nursery and Gardens. Large conifers tower in the background over their smaller cousins as young children, parents and garden enthusiasts come to adopt plants for their yards and gardens. A blue Stellar Jay..
Published in: June 2013
When Gary Desmond and Armando Mejorado put in their first koi pond two years ago, they didn’t think much about the devil being in the details. They dug down several feet, inserted a liner, added some gravel, water and koi and topped it off with a fountain. It turned out not to be the perfect..
Published in: June 2013
John and Natali McClurg, owners of the Fire & Light glassware company in Arcata, have the three Rs down to an art. But they’re doing more than recycling, reducing and reusing: they’re rethinking business. With an eye for creativity and a heart for community, the couple is doing its part to build a sustainable and..
Published in: June 2013
The North State boasts of some of the most scenic bicycle trails for every kind of cyclist, from casual and occasional to expert and competitive. Traveling back roads, however, is a much different story than navigating around town on city streets. Increasingly, communities have been addressing the need for safer bike lanes on city streets..
Published in: June 2013
For an artist credited with launching the Minimalist movement, Terry Riley has had a maximum influence. His breakthrough composition, 1964’s hypnotic, multi-layered “IN C,” was heralded as a revolution; the piece’s impact can be heard in works by contemporaries like Philip Glass and John Adams as well as rock bands like The Who, whose “Baba..
Published in: June 2013
Sequoia sempervirens knows no equals among flora. Known far and wide as the coast redwood, the species includes the tallest trees on Earth. Its foot-thick bark repels insects with ease; raging forest fires leave little more than soot marks. Jedediah Strong Smith was a formidable character as well. He survived a vicious grizzly bear attack..
Published in: June 2013
Some of the best bucking bulls in professional bull riding are raised in Red Bluff. Through careful consideration of genetics and years of experience, Don Kish has established a string of animal athletes well sought out by both the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association and Professional Bull Riders. Signs are posted at the entrance to Kish’s..
