Healthy Families Shasta County

02/19/2025

Get the support you deserve. NVCSS is currently enrolling in our Shasta County Pregnant and Parenting programs to support you in connecting to local resources and to provide guidance and education through parent-centered services. Call, Text, or complete the online questionnaire for more information.

02/07/2024

The Association of University Centers on Disability is hosting a free webinar, The Intersection of Race and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), on Wednesday, February 21 from 1 to 2 p.m. (PST). The presentation will include findings from a study that focused on understanding reasons for later age diagnosis of ASD for African Americans and how to support that community in areas of accessing diagnosis, therapeutic and medical services, and research participation. Click on the link for more information and to register:
https://bit.ly/3w0ipFH

02/07/2024

Join Master Gardeners in two garden workshops to get ready for spring planting and other gardening activities!

Gardening Basics
February 10 | 10:30am-1pm
Shasta College Farm, Bldg 4000 & Greenhouses
Workshop topics will cover gardening in containers, seed starting basics, seed selection and when to start seeds for your growing zone, House Plants 101, growing succulents, repotting and rejuvenation of house plants, and Hügelkultur beds.
There will be on-site soil analysis for soil samples. House Plants 101 will feature a cuttings swap. Bring healthy cuttings in a plastic bag or placed in water to participate.

Readying Your Garden
March 9 | 10:30am-1pm
Shasta Public Libraries Redding Library, Community Room & Outside Patio
Workshop topics will cover basic permaculture principles, organic bed preparation for an amazing harvest, companion planting, hardening off and transplanting, how to start composting and composting demonstration, and setting up irrigation for a successful growing season.

Both workshops will have three sessions of classes that last about 40 minutes each, and participants will be able to select topics for each session. There is a $5 charge to cover materials and seeds at each workshop.

Master Gardeners are sponsoring a Garden Starts Co-Op after each workshop. Participants swap seeds or plant starts they have in abundance for plants/seeds that they need. For those without seeds/plants to swap, Master Gardeners will also have some seeds to share with participants, and the Redding Library will have seeds available from the seed library.

This is a joint effort with the University of California, Shasta Public Libraries, and the Shasta Seed Library. This project was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

For more info, please contact Master Gardener at (530) 242-2219 or [email protected]

02/07/2024

Redding Recreation's Spring 2024 Activity Guide is here!

As winter waves goodbye and rains refresh the landscape, excitement fills the air for a vibrant spring in Redding! Discover exhilarating classes and events for you and your family in the 2024 Spring Activity Guide.

Volleyball and NFL Flag Football return for another fantastic season, and your little ones are already buzzing about the Grasshopper Bug Run in April! Find your new favorite activity, whether it’s pickleball, tennis, foil fencing, or martial arts.

Embark on an adventure with our innovative, family-style Dungeons & Dragons class. Don’t forget to participate in the Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt in March and kick-off swim lessons at the Aquatic Center in May.

Keep an eye out for Redding Recreation's summer camps. Registration opens this month, and they fill up fast!

Spring is synonymous with sunshine, smiles, and outdoor fun. Don't miss the chance to enjoy the season with Redding Recreation!

To check out the new interactive guide, visit cityofredding.gov/activityguide.

02/07/2024

Sometimes one person changes everything! For young people in foster care, that person is a CASA volunteer. Children with a CASA are more likely to experience an increased feeling of well-being, even during difficult times. Curious about CASA? We're happy to answer your questions.

We have a virtual training class starting March 6th and we'd love to have you join us! For more information and to fill out a volunteer application, please visit our website: https://nvcss.org/casa/

02/07/2024

Sign up for the Help Me Grow E-Newsletter for families with children ages 0-8 to connect to local child development resources, story times and so much more by emailing [email protected] with your name and email address.

01/19/2024

01/19/2024

11/28/2023

provides FREE admission for families with children ages 0-5 to Turtle Bay Museum on the first Friday of each month. Registration required and space is limited, register now for Friday Dec 1st at turtlebay.org/first-fridays

11/28/2023

Join Turtle Bay for the 1st Annual Jingle Bell Fun Run on Saturday, Dec 2, with registration beginning at 3pm! This new local family-friendly fun run will help kick off the Holiday season. Participants will run/walk our course, starting at the Sundial Bridge and ending in the Garden of Lights, where they will enjoy all the food, drink, and festivities available for purchase. Garden of Lights admission is included with the registration fee. All proceeds support the education programs, exhibitions, and animals at Turtle Bay.