Events
Discover events, activities and training for children 0-5, families and service providers.Smart Lunch - April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Category: Parents, ProvidersTuesday, April 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Organizers: First 5 ShastaVenue: First 5 Shasta | 393 Park Marina Circle, Redding, CA 96001
Price: $0
Learn how Raising Shasta is reducing child abuse rates by investing in children, strengthening families & creating a nurturing community.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month and Raising Shasta, Shasta County's Child Abuse Prevention Coordinating Council, will share Shasta County’s journey to improve the lives of children in our community. Shasta County’s substantiated rate of child abuse is two times the state rate. Jenna Berry, Raising Shasta Executive Director, will share how our community can turn that around and support parents and children by providing pathways to hope and healing.
Join either in person at First 5 Shasta, 393 Park Marina Circle, or on Zoom
Professionals and Providers serving young children and their families – feed your belly & feed your brain! The 0-to-5 Smart Lunch features experts and speakers, some local, some from afar, addressing a variety of early childhood topics and concerns. Lunch is provided – come learn, have lunch and network! 25 spots are available for each 0-to-5 Smart Lunch. Register early to hold a spot.
Cottonwood Community Library Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Organizers: Cottonwood Community LibraryVenue: Cottonwood Community Library | 3427 Main Street, Cottonwood, CA 96022
Phone: 530-347-4818Join us for stories, crafts and fun! Young children with a parent/caregiver are welcome.
Week of the Young Child 2026
Category: Children 0 - 5, Parents, ProvidersSaturday, April 11, 2026 (All day)
Venue: First 5 Shasta | 393 Park Marina Circle, Redding, CA 96001
Week of the Young Child brings public attention to the needs of young children, their families, and the early childhood programs that contribute to their future success.
Please join us in celebrating Week of the Young Child! View our calendar of fun, FREE events for children 0-5 and their families!
View our Calendar of Events!Cottonwood Community Library Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Organizers: Cottonwood Community LibraryVenue: Cottonwood Community Library | 3427 Main Street, Cottonwood, CA 96022
Phone: 530-347-4818Join us for stories, crafts and fun! Young children with a parent/caregiver are welcome.
Shasta Mom's Circle
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 15, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Organizers: Shsata County Health & Human Services AgencyVenue: Anderson WIC | 2889 E. Center Street, Anderson, 96007 96001
Shasta Mom's Circle (SMC) is a monthly group for pregnant, breastfeeding, pumping and combo-feeding moms. It is a safe place to share the joys of breastfeeding and learn strategies to overcome challenges.
This group meets WIC class/education requirements! For more information, call 530-224-4200.
KIXE Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, April 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Organizers: KIXEVenue: KIXE Studio | 603 N. Market Street, Redding, CA 96003
Phone: 530-243-5493Enjoy stories, a snack, and crafts! Young children with a parent/caregiver are welcome.
Tiny Tunes
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, April 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Bright Futures, First 5 ShastaVenue: Burney Library | 37116 Main Street, Burney, CA 96013
Tiny Tunes is for all children ages 0-5 who want to enjoy music, work on gross motor skills, and socialize through movement. Join us every Thursday at 11 am at the Burney Library!
Cottonwood Community Library Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Organizers: Cottonwood Community LibraryVenue: Cottonwood Community Library | 3427 Main Street, Cottonwood, CA 96022
Phone: 530-347-4818Join us for stories, crafts and fun! Young children with a parent/caregiver are welcome.
Cottonwood Community Library Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 29, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Organizers: Cottonwood Community LibraryVenue: Cottonwood Community Library | 3427 Main Street, Cottonwood, CA 96022
Phone: 530-347-4818Join us for stories, crafts and fun! Young children with a parent/caregiver are welcome.
Safety Faire
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 29, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Organizers: Redding Elementary School DistrictVenue: Sequoia Middle School | 1805 Sequoia Street, Redding, CA 96001
Safety Faire for the entire family. Enjoy fun, engaging and interactive activities focused on safety. Sponsored by the Redding School District's New Millenium Partnership.