Events
Discover events, activities and training for children 0-5, families and service providers.Mother to Mother Group
Category: ParentsThursday, October 1, 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
Anderson Library Storytime
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, October 1, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Organizers: Shasta Public Libraries, First 5 ShastaVenue: Anderson Library | 3200 W. Center Street, Anderson, CA 96007
District 5 Supervisor Chris Kelstrom presents a mini auction with each child winning a stuffed animal. The featured story is Auggie the Auctioneer. Craft project and stuffed animals supported by First 5 Shasta.
Redding Farmer's Market - Saturday
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsSaturday, October 3, 2026 at 7:30am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Redding Farmer's MarketVenue: Behind Redding City Hall | 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA 96001
Tales at Turtle Bay
Category: Children 0 - 5Saturday, October 3, 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!
Redding Farmer's Market - Sunday
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsSunday, October 4, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Organizers: Redding Farmer's MarketVenue: Sundial Bridge | 800 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA 96001
Marilyn Miller Market
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsTuesday, October 6, 2026 at 7:30am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Redding Farmer's MarketVenue: Next to Dairy Queen | 1700 Churn Creek Road, Redding, CA 96002
Redding Library Storytime
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, October 7, 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.
Anderson Library Storytime
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, October 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Organizers: Shasta Public Libraries, First 5 ShastaVenue: Anderson Library | 3200 W. Center Street, Anderson, CA 96007
Celebrate National Fire Prevention Week presented by the Anderson Fire Department. Check out the fire engine and fire hose demonstration. Sticker project supported by First 5 Shasta.
Redding Farmer's Market - Saturday
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsSaturday, October 10, 2026 at 7:30am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Redding Farmer's MarketVenue: Behind Redding City Hall | 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA 96001
Redding Farmer's Market - Sunday
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsSunday, October 11, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Organizers: Redding Farmer's MarketVenue: Sundial Bridge | 800 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA 96001