LEARN & EXPLORETALK READ SING HUG PLAY GIGGLE10:00 AM - 11:30 AMSuperhero Training DayJoin us for out of this world fun where kids will make their own superhero masks, rotate through superhero training stations & race across an obstacle course.Location: Sun Oaks Tennis & Fitness - 3452 Argyle Rd., Redding 96002 Info: 530-221-4405Sponsors: Sun Oaks Tennis & Fitness, First 5 Shasta

10:30 AM Babies, Books & PlayPlaytime & stories for babies & their caregivers. Location: Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Avenue, Redding 96001 Info: 530-245-7253 Sponsors: Redding Library, Shasta Public Libraries

9:00 AM - 12:00 PMKIXE Family Fun DayJoin us for games & activities for the entire family. Visit & take pictures with Daniel Tiger & Cookie Monster. Story time with books & crafts. Location: KIXE - 603 N. Market St., Redding 96003 Info: 530-243-5493 Sponsors: Northern CA Educational Television Association, Inc., First 5 Shasta

9:00 AM - 12:00 PMIt’s a Big World!Enjoy fun activities throughout Turtle Bay Exploration Park & more with community partners. Join us at 10 am for an exciting story time. Special event admission from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm is free for children 5 & under. Each child 5 & under admits one adult free of charge. Children ages 6 & older & additional adults are half price regular admission fees. Members-free.Location: Turtle Bay Exploration Park Museum, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr., Redding 96001Info: 530-243-8850 Sponsors: Turtle Bay Exploration Park, First 5 Shasta

MondaMondayy April 139:00 AM - 12:00 AMSensory Play at RowellEnjoy a morning of sensory play, including music, large motor movement, reading time with low lights & soft cushions, slime, water beads & so much more! Location: Rowell Family Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek Rd., Bldg. A-1, Redding 96002 Info: 530-226-5129 Sponsors: Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern CA, First 5 Shasta

9:00 AM - 11:00 AMMessy Monday with MOPSGet ready to get a little messy with fun hands on activities that promote exploration & creativity! Location: Redding First Church of the Nazarene, 2225 Bechelli Ln., Redding 96002 Sponsors: Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)

TuesdayTuesday April 14

ThursdayThursday April 16

FridayFriday April 17WWeeaddnesdnesdayy April 1510:00 AM - 1:00 PMWelcome to the Jungle - A Family AdventureJoin us for a family adventure into literacy. The first 100 families will receive a free book! Children can bring out their inner artist in the coloring contest, fish at the fishing booth, take a family photo & win a book during our book walk. Please help Shasta County families find hope by donating diapers at our annual Diaperpalooza! Location: Mt. Shasta Mall (JC Penney), 900 Dana Dr., Redding 96003 Info: 530-242-2020 Sponsors: Pathways to Hope for Children, First 5 Shasta

11:00 AMLunch with Community HelpersMeet local firefighters, law enforcement & other community helpers to learn about what they do. Have fun checking out their vehicles & equipment. Barbeque lunch for all! Location: Tri County Community Network, 37477 Main St., Burney 96013 Info: Please RSVP 530-335-4600 Sponsors: Dignity Health, Tri County Community Network, First 5 Shasta

11:30 AM - 12:30 PMHow Am I Feeling?Cottonwood Community Library’s Story Time will feature Daniel Tiger! Learn how to understand the importance of coping skills to help identify & deal with feelings, both good & bad. Enjoy a Daniel Tiger craft! Location: Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main Street, Cottonwood 96022Info: 530-347-4818 Sponsors: Cottonwood Community Library, First 5 Institute

4:00 PM-5:30 PMLiteracy FairJoin us for word games, dinner cooked by the Happy Valley Fire Departments, books, prizes & FUN! Location: Happy Valley Primary School, 16300 Cloverdale Rd., Anderson 96007Info: 530-357-2131 Sponsors: Happy Valley Union Elementary School District, Happy Valley Fire Department, First 5 Shasta

9:00 AM – 11:00 AMBuilder DayEnjoy a morning of stories & then get ready to build using Makedo building sets, fort boards & other tools to create anything your imagination can dream up!Location: Roam Playspace, 940 Hilltop Dr., Suite A, Redding, 96003Info: 530-215-1123 Fee: $5 Sponsors: Roam Playspace

9:30 AM - 11:30 AMThe 5 SensesParticipate in developmentally appropriate activities that stimulate the 5 senses: hearing, vision, taste, touch & smell. Healthy snack provided & FREE book to the first 65 participants. Location: Redding Cooperative Preschool, 658 Mary Street #0311, Redding 96001 Info: 530-241-4355 Sponsors: Redding Cooperative Preschool, First 5 Shasta

10:00 AM - 11:30 AMWalk with an Expert - Developmental MilestonesJoin us for a presentation on children’s developmental milestones with Help Me Grow Shasta, a fun children’s activity, a walk & a visit with Cookie Monster! Swag bags & a free book while supplies last. Location: Enterprise Park - Kid’s Kingdom Pavilion, 4300 Victor Ave., Redding 96002 Info: 530-245-6583 Sponsors: Healthy Shasta

9:30 AM - 11:00 AMExploration in the Outdoor ClassroomExplore body bubbles, oobleck, playdough, thera-putty,

“dry” snow, finger painting, Jurassic sand-sifting, building with wooden blocks & so much more! Location: Shasta College ECE Center & Lab School, 11555 Old Oregon Trail, Building 3200, Redding 96003 Info: 530-242-7601 Sponsors: Shasta College ECE Center & Lab School, First 5 Shasta

10:30 AMRead & Discover Story TimeStories & activities with a focus on science & discovery. Location: Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave., Redding 96001 Info: 530-245-7253 Sponsors: Redding Library, Shasta Public Libraries

10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWonders of ArtEnjoy art & story time with the book The Lion and the Little Red Bird. Free book!Location: Northern CA Youth and Family, 2770 Pioneer Drive, Redding 96001Info: 530-365-9197 Sponsors: Northern CA Youth and Family Programs, First 5 Shasta

10:30 AM - 12:00 PMPlay Gym & SwimJump, tumble, balance, dance & water play! Enjoy a nutritious snack. Play gym time is from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm & pool time from 11:00 am - 11:55 am. Location: Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 North Court Street, Redding 96001Info: 530-246-9622 Sponsors: Shasta Family YMCA, First 5 Shasta

3:30 PM - 5:00 PMDown on the FarmJoin the fun at the Anderson Library with a “mini” petting zoo by George Wold, Anderson High School FFA, story time with local illustrator Amanda Wentz. Visit with Dewey Decimole & get your face painted. Books, stickers, puzzles, healthy snacks provided!Location: Anderson Library, 3200 W. Center Street, Anderson 96007 Info: 530-365-7685Sponsors: Friends of the Anderson Library, First 5 Institute, Anderson Rotary

4:30 PM - 6:30 PMEarly Foundation Children’s Academy Open HouseVisit your child’s classroom to see what they have been up to all year. Enjoy dinner & socialization with your child’s teachers & other parents. Location: Early Foundations Children’s Academy, 1755 Airpark Dr., Redding 96001 Info: Pre-registration is required. Call 530-243-7883 Sponsors: Early Foundations Children’s Academy, First 5 Shasta

10:00 AM - 12:00 PMReading CircleJoin us as we read the book There is a Tribe of Kids, a book that will take you on a colorful adventure through the natural world. Enjoy story time, a craft, healthy snack & a free book. Location: CA Tribal TANF Partnership, 37106 Highway 299E, Suite 2, Burney 96013 Info: 530-280-8490 Sponsors: California Tribal TANF Partnership, First 5 Shasta

10:00 AM - 12:00 PMThe Juggle is Real - Creating Personal, Family & Business SuccessChildren will enjoy a craft & snacks while moms learn about The Women’s Business Center’s no-cost services & resources. Open house from 10-11 am & panel presentation at 11 am. Location: Women’s Business Center at JEDI, 1670 Market St., Suite 112, Redding 96001 Info: 530-319-8560 Sponsors: Jefferson Economic Development Institute, First 5 Shasta

9:00 AM - 11:00 AMNature’s TreasuresSing, explore & create with us! Craft activities will be themed around the book Oscar & the Snail: A Book About Things We Use. Location: Bright Futures Children’s Center, 1345 Liberty St., Redding 96001 Info: 530-276-0506 Sponsors: Bright Futures Children’s Center, First 5 Shasta

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM4th Annual WIC/NFP Open HouseEnjoy a variety of crafts & activities. Join us for story time at 10:30 am. Free book to each family! Location: Downtown Redding Atrium WIC/NFP Office,1670 Market Street, Suite 300, Redding 96001 Info: 530-229-8446 Sponsors: Women, Infants and Children, Nurse Family Partnership, First 5 Shasta

10:30 AMRead & Sing Story TimeCrafts & songs for children of all ages; Location: Redding Library - 1100 Parkview Ave., Redding 96001 Info: 530-245-7253 Sponsors: Redding Library, Shasta Public Libraries

10:00-11:00 AMPop-Up Story TimeTurtle Bay Exploration Park will be hosting pop-up story time to promote early literacy learning. Hands-on activities & a healthy snack!Location: Children’s Garden in Turtle Bay Arboretum, 1155 Arboretum Dr., Redding 96003 Info: 530-243-8850 Sponsors: Turtle Bay Exploration Park, First 5 Shasta

5:00 PM - 8:00 PMPizza Family Fun Night & Membership DriveCome support your local Association for the Education of Young Children & learn about becoming a member. This event will have fun activities for children & part of the proceeds from food sales will go directly to the California Cascade Association for the Education of Young Children (CCAEYC). Location: Round Table Pizza-Mt. Shasta Mall, 900 Dana Dr., Suite A15, Redding 96002 Sponsors: CCAEYC

3:00 PM - 5:00 PMShasta Lake Gateway Library Story TimeJoin us for story time, craft & lots of fun! FREE book while supplies last. Location: Shasta Lake Gateway Library,1525 Median Ave., Shasta Lake 96019Info: 530-275-7490 Sponsors: Shasta Lake Gateway Library

of the WEEK YOUNG CHILD

April 11 - 18, 2020Events & Activities

A 0-to-5 celebration brought to you by

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Our children • Our future • Our business

All WeekAll Week April 11-18

Building a pathway to success for young children.

9:00 AM - 7:00 PMKids Fishing DayShare the magic of fishing with your child in a stocked pond. Bring your own pole & bait. Don’t forget your camera! No fishing license required for children ages 15 years old & under.Location: Anderson River Park, 2800 Rupert Rd., Anderson 96007 Info: 530-378-6656 Sponsors: Anderson Parks & Recreation Department

11:00 AM - 5:00 PMWhat’s in Your Backyard?Visit the Whole Earth Children’s Zone to enjoy hands-on, STEM based activities designed for young children & their families to enjoy together. Location: Redding City Hall & Sculpture Park, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding 96001 Info: 530-243-2403 Sponsors: First United Methodist Church, First 5 Shasta

11:00 AMChildren’s Creativity HourStories, arts, songs, games & dramas. Enjoy stories while developing your creativity. Location: Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Avenue, Redding 96001 Info: 530-245-7253 Sponsors: Redding Library, Shasta Public Libraries

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8:00 AM13th Annual Big Race!Child (ages 2-9) & parent create a child’s race car at home from a cardboard box & get ready to race. Check in at 9:00 am & race (run) in age-designated heats. Family will be the pit crew - change tires (shoes); fill tank (drink water); & clean windshield (sunglasses)! The first 30 kids under 6 get a FREE book. Goodie bag & healthy snack provided. Location: South City Park Baseball Field, 1250 Parkview Ave., Redding 96001 Info: www.redding2030.com/events Sponsors: Active 20-30 Club of Redding, First 5 Shasta

9:00 AMGrasshopper Bug RunFun obstacle course for little ones - dress as your favorite bug! Create or enhance costumes on-site, enjoy obstacle run, bug-related activities & healthy snack. First 70 get a FREE book! Location: Grasshopper Sports Zone West Side of City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave., Redding 96001Info: Please register for this FREE event at www.reddingrecreation.org. For more info call 530-225-4095.Sponsors: City of Redding, First 5 Shasta

9:00 AM - 12:00 PMChalk It UpJoin us for a morning of art and fun! This event is for aspiring artists of all ages. Bring your family & express your creativity with an assortment of sidewalk chalk. Enjoy storytelling, face painting & bubbles too!Location: Anderson River Park, Amphitheater, 2800 Rupert Rd., Anderson 96007 Info: 530-378-6656Sponsors: Anderson Parks & Recreation Department

10:00 AM - 12:00 PMRev, Rumble & RoarExplore, learn, & climb on board emergency vehicles of all shapes & sizes for a hands-on experience in this family friendly environment. A FREE book will be given to children while supplies last. Location: Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave., Redding 96001Info: 530-245-7259 or 530-245-7253 Sponsors: Shasta Library Foundation, Shasta Public Libraries, First 5 Shasta

Happy Easter!Celebrate this holiday by reading Easter & spring children’s books, plant flowers, enjoy an Easter egg hunt, or prepare a special family meal together!

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SundaySunday April 12

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Kidical MassHave fun & learn how to be safe while riding your balance bike, scooter, trike or bicycle. Enjoy painting rocks or mosaics, learning about animals in our environment & safety tips from the CHP bicycle rodeo. Enter a free raffle for balance bikes, scooters, & helmets for children! Location: Junior Bike Park & Jump River in Caldwell Park, Redding 96003 Sponsors: Redding Parks & Trail Foundation, The Chain Gang Bike Shop, Tortoise Acres Rescue & Sanctuary, First 5 Shasta

Champions for Children at Turtle Bay Exploration ParkEnjoy a day at Turtle Bay & learn about the many resources & supports available to young children in Shasta County. This FREE event will include developmental screenings, information about preschool, hands-on activities for children, story time and so much more!

Take Time to Read: Eat Healthy!Get one FREE Healthy Kids Choice meal with the purchase of an adult meal at participating restaurants. READ! Get a free children’s book (while supplies last) so you can read anytime, everywhere! Info: 530-225-5126 Sponsors: Damburger, Healthy Shasta, First 5 Shasta

Save the Date Save the Date May 16

Complete a FREE child developmental screening during the month of April & be entered into a drawing to win a gift basket of books!Complete an Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) by April 30th. Winner will be chosen at random & notified the week of May 4, 2020.

Access the ASQ screening tool by going to helpmegrowshasta.com or text HMGshasta to 898211.

Why we celebrate the

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Your child will astonish you in the early years from 0-to-5! This is a period of dramatic brain development and intense exploration, growth, and learning. What happens in early childhood will lay the foundation for your child’s success in school

and later life. The Week of the Young Child was established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children in 1971. It brings public attention to the needs of young children, their families, and the early childhood programs that contribute to their future success. Shasta County joins communities across the nation in celebrating young children

and the enormous possibilities awaiting them. Enjoy family fun and learning adventures during this special week!

Healthy Kids Choice MealsWhat’s in a kid-friendly meal?

Low-fat entree 100%

Fruit or Veggie side 100%

No Sugar Added Beverage 100%

Less than 770mg Sodium

100% Delicious!

DAMBURGER 1320 Placer St.

DEJA VU 1590 California St.

RITA’S KITCHEN 1154 Hartnell Ave.

TAQUERIA LOS GORDOS1400 Pine St.Taqueria Los Gordos - free kids meal with minimum $12 purchase.

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