Events
Discover events, activities and training for children 0-5, families and service providers.Tobacco & Nicotine Prevention Training
Category: Parents, ProvidersThursday, November 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Venue: First 5 Shasta | 393 Park Marina Circle, Redding, CA 96001
Shasta County has one of the highest smoking rates in California. Nationally, people with behavioral health conditions have a tobacco-related death rate more than twice that of the general population. Yet many still lack effective support to quit.
Katy will provide an overview of tobacco use, how tobacco companies market, introduce the audience to emerging tobacco products, discuss tobacco use and pregnancy, and share resources and services for those interested in quitting.
Katy Dill is the Community Engagement Coordinator with Shasta County's Tobacco Prevention Program. She partners with medical and behavioral health providers to make tobacco treatment a routine part of care and to support referrals to evidence-based resources.
Join either in person at First 5 Shasta, 393 Park Marina Circle, or on Zoom
Anderson Library Storytime
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, November 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Organizers: Shasta Public LibrariesVenue: Anderson Library | 3200 W. Center Street, Anderson, CA 96007
Redding City Ballet will present a mini performance of the Nutcracker. Learn ballet steps and check out the dancers in their beautiful costumes. Sticker project and complimentary book supported by First 5 Shasta.
Redding Library Storytime
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, November 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Organizers: Shasta Public LibrariesVenue: Redding Library | 1100 Parkview Avenue, Redding, CA 96001
Join us for Storytime at the Redding Library, a fun and interactive program designed to nurture early literacy and a love of reading in young children. Each session includes:
📖 Stories & Reading – Enjoy age-appropriate books read aloud with lively storytelling.
🎶 Songs & Rhymes – Participate in interactive songs, rhymes, and fingerplays.
Perfect for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers. Come share the joy of reading and storytelling in a welcoming library environment!
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Redding Library Storytime
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, December 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Organizers: Shasta Public LibrariesVenue: Redding Library | 1100 Parkview Avenue, Redding, CA 96001
Join us for Storytime at the Redding Library, a fun and interactive program designed to nurture early literacy and a love of reading in young children. Each session includes:
📖 Stories & Reading – Enjoy age-appropriate books read aloud with lively storytelling.
🎶 Songs & Rhymes – Participate in interactive songs, rhymes, and fingerplays.
Perfect for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers. Come share the joy of reading and storytelling in a welcoming library environment!
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Bright Futures Tiny Tunes
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, December 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Bright FuturesVenue: Burney Library | 37116 Main Street, Burney, CA 96013
Price: $0
Tiny Tunes is for all children ages 0-5 who want to enjoy music, work on gross motor skills, and socialize through movement!
Mother to Mother Group
Category: ParentsThursday, December 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Organizers: Shasta County Maternal Child & Adolescent HealthVenue: Shasta Family YMCA | 1155 N. Court Street, Redding, CA 96001
You are not alone. Come connect, share, and grow with other moms. Join our supportive, judgement-free space where mothers come together to:
- Share experiences and feel heard
- Build meaningful connections
- Strengthen resilience and self-care
- Learn about child development and bonding
- Support emotional well-being
Held on the first and third Thursday each month starting August 6, 2026.
Register! Call Alexandra at 530-225-5129 or text 530-440-6493
Tales at Turtle Bay
Category: Children 0 - 5Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Organizers: Turtle Bay Exploration ParkVenue: Turtle Bay Exploration Park | 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, Ca
First Saturday of the Month | 10:30-11:00am | Included with admission
Join us for Tales at Turtle Bay, a special story time series presented in partnership with the Shasta Public Libraries! A librarian will lead a fun and engaging story session at the Turtle Bay Museum—perfect for young readers and curious minds. Come enjoy stories, imagination, and a little museum magic!
Baby Bonding Time
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsTuesday, December 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Bright FuturesVenue: Burney Library | 37116 Main Street, Burney, CA 96013
Price: $0
Join us for engaging playtime, fun activities, and bonding with your child!
Babies ages 0-2 and older siblings are welcome.
Redding Library Storytime
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, December 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Organizers: Shasta Public LibrariesVenue: Redding Library | 1100 Parkview Avenue, Redding, CA 96001
Join us for Storytime at the Redding Library, a fun and interactive program designed to nurture early literacy and a love of reading in young children. Each session includes:
📖 Stories & Reading – Enjoy age-appropriate books read aloud with lively storytelling.
🎶 Songs & Rhymes – Participate in interactive songs, rhymes, and fingerplays.
Perfect for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers. Come share the joy of reading and storytelling in a welcoming library environment!
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Redding Library Storytime
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, December 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Organizers: Shasta Public LibrariesVenue: Redding Library | 1100 Parkview Avenue, Redding, CA 96001
Join us for Storytime at the Redding Library, a fun and interactive program designed to nurture early literacy and a love of reading in young children. Each session includes:
📖 Stories & Reading – Enjoy age-appropriate books read aloud with lively storytelling.
🎶 Songs & Rhymes – Participate in interactive songs, rhymes, and fingerplays.
Perfect for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers. Come share the joy of reading and storytelling in a welcoming library environment!
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.