Arts & Entertainment

ANDERSON, CA — Local quilters and community supporters have a chance to own a beautiful prize-winning quilt while helping the Frontier Senior Center. The Frontier Quilter’s Opportunity Quilt raffle features the “Gingham Star Quilt,” an 87x84-inch masterpiece that took home the 2026 Shasta District Fair Blue Ribbon. The quilt showcases a striking red, white, and blue star pattern with gingham accents and detailed quilting. All proceeds from the raffle benefit the Frontier Seni

Joe Mosier, John Polizzi, Scott Parsons, Rick Ricketts, and David Lee are the Life In The Fast Lane Band. Man, was it hot (over 100 degrees!) on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, but that didn’t stop 3,000+ Shasta County-ians from turning out to the Sierra Pacific Industries Amphitheater in Anderson, California, to rock out—-and dance—-to the Reno-based Life In The Fast Lane Band who, since 1993, have been recreating the sounds and success of what is (arguably) America’s best rock ba

REDDING, Calif. — The Redding City Council heard an important update on the future of local film promotion during its June 16, 2026, meeting: Tyler Lockamy, a North State native and established filmmaker, has been named Film Liaison for Shasta and Tehama Counties under the Upstate California Film Commission (UCFC). The appointment takes effect July 1, 2026, as longtime Regional Film Commissioner Sabrina Jurisich transitions out of the role after a decade of leadership. Lockam

Mosquito Serenade (Summer!) 2026 just wrapped up its first concert of the summer, with Ashley Black performing for one hour and firing up thousands of attendees before one of Shasta County’s own, Chad Bushnell, took over the Sierra Pacific Industries Amphitheater Stage, at Anderson River Park…….and wowed everyone until nine o’clock. Sketch of Chad Bushnell by Robert Exter Watch how Robert Exter creates his amazing sketches by clicking on this link: https://www.youtube.com/wat

Pictures posted by @FreddyLA7, a German football fan touring America for the 2026 FIFA World Cup As the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfolds across the United States, a heartwarming phenomenon is unfolding on social media: European fans arriving for the matches are discovering the real America — and they can't stop raving about it. From massive college football stadiums and endless portions at Buc-ee's to Southern hospitality, BBQ, and the sheer scale of our landscapes, these visitors

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, communities across the nation are marking the milestone with events that blend tradition, reflection, and forward-looking spirit. In Shasta Lake, California, the Shasta Lake Chamber of Commerce is leading one of the region’s signature contributions: Freedom 250, a celebration set for July 3–4, 2026, at Shasta Dam and the surrounding shores of Shasta Lake. Shasta Dam - Credit wikipedia.com Honoring 250 Years with R

A Flavorful Celebration Returns to the Sculpture Garden Redding foodies and visitors, mark your calendars! The 19th Annual Taste of Redding is set for Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the beautiful Redding City Hall Sculpture Garden (777 Cypress Ave). This popular event, organized by the Redding West Rotary, brings together over 1,500 attendees for an afternoon of local culinary delights. Expect generous tastings from top Northern California restaurants, pai

The 78th annual Redding Rodeo, ranked as one of the “60 best rodeos in the country,” kicked off with a high energy, family friendly Launch Party, held smack dab in the middle of the Redding Rodeo Grounds, featuring live music, country and line dancing by Better in Boots, plus Tri tip sandwiches served by the Redding Rodeo Auxiliary Association, more commonly known as the “The Ladies Behind The Red Shirts” who’ve been assisting the Redding Rodeo Association since the ‘50s. Fr

On a cool April night, 4-24-2026 to be exact, multi-hundreds of adult classic car enthusiasts, eager to check out one hundred (100!)“better-than-new-pre-1979” classic cars and trucks, convened for the 21st-annual edition of the Kool April Nites Show & Shine, held on the 12-acre grounds of the Crown Motors car dealership on Cypress Avenue in Redding, California, 96001. Hosted for the 21st time by the Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce, the iconic event was the only ticketed K

Now one of the nation’s largest sellers of single-game cards—an impressive achievement for a small-city shop—Matrix spans three storefronts and holds more than 250,000 items. The group toured the vibrant retail space, filled with board games, Squishables, Mattel Big Wheels (Matrix is the first independent partner for the iconic brand), and unique, locally handmade goods. They also admired the store’s huge selection of over 1,000 miniatures and paints for tabletop RPGs, a mass

This is a free community event on April 25, 2026, at 11 a.m. Limited number of seats. Painting is free, all supplies will be provided. Drinks are available for purchase at the bar. Proceeds will benefit the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

In an era when many feel the foundations of our nation are shaking, a new film arrives like a thunderclap from the past. A Great Awakening, released today in theaters nationwide to coincide with America's approaching 250th anniversary, stands as one of the most inspiring and thought-provoking historical dramas I've seen in years. Directed by Joshua Enck and produced by Sight & Sound Films, this PG-13 epic (running 2 hours 9 minutes) doesn't just recount history—it revives the

"Awaken the Republic" emerges as a fervent, rap-infused anthem that blends patriotic fervor with evangelical zeal, serving as a wake-up call amid threats to American sovereignty and values. Uploaded just yesterday by Luminwood Redemption and produced by Brandon Ballard.

In the mid-20th century, entertainment was a communal ritual, often centered around a single television set broadcasting content from just three major over-the-air networks—ABC, CBS, and NBC—or the occasional outing to a movie theater for blockbusters like The Godfather. Programming was rigidly scheduled, with families gathering for prime-time shows such as I Love Lucy or special events, fostering shared cultural moments.

Elementary school, middle school, and high school students in Shasta County are invited to submit artwork to the Shasta County American Story Art Contest offered by the Shasta County Administrative Office. Overall winners will be selected by grade group, and their artwork will be displayed at the Shasta County Administrative Center in celebration of the 250th Anniversary of America’s independence. Winners will be recognized during the June 30th Board of Supervisors meeting.

Now entering its 18th year, the Sundial Film Festival stands out for its commitment to a filmmaker-focused experience. It spotlights over 200 films (across its history), many from creators with ties to Northern California, while also welcoming standout works from national and international talent. The festival has earned a reputation as a genuine launching pad for emerging voices—past screenings have included early projects from filmmakers who later achieved wider recognitio

Lots of new art, special Valentines Day menus at local restaurants, such as Cafe Magdalena and Cornerstone Cafe, second-hand stores full of one-of-a-kind treasures, wine and nibbles at the Siskiyou Arts Museum, Darmers Studio, Cobra Lily Bar and Bee Kind Bakery, live music by the Allison and Victor duo, all this and more added to the lure of “2nd Saturday,” held on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in historic downtown Dunsmuir, California. Many 2nd Saturday attendees, estimated

Nestled in the heart of Northern California's intermountain region, the town of Burney offers visitors a gateway to some of the state's most stunning natural landscapes. While McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park and its iconic 129-foot waterfall often steal the spotlight, there's far more to discover in this rugged corner of Shasta County. To uncover the full story, head to the Burney Chamber of Commerce at BurneyChamber.com

Alessio and Jessi Pasini are an Italian-American couple running the popular YouTube channel @ThePasinis, where they share content about cultural differences, food reactions, recipes, and personal life updates. Alessio was born in the U.S. but raised in Italy and Jessi is from Tennessee. They fell in love, and got married in 2019. They have captured the hearts of their viewers by openly documenting their 6-year infertility struggle, including multiple IVF rounds and a high-r

Filmed predominantly in Redding, CA, in 2021, “The Dresden Sun” (2026), an indie sci-fi heist thriller starring Christina Ricci made its world premiere at the Cinemark Theatre in Redding on Feb. 2. The Director, Michael Ryan and the Producer, Tyler Lockney of Archetype Pictures, were on hand for the question and answer session for attendees after the movie showing. Approximately 95% of the movie was shot on location in Redding —making it the largest-scale film production in t