Events
Discover events, activities and training for children 0-5, families and service providers.CCAEYC Pizza Family Night and Fundraiser
Category: Children 0 - 5, Parents, ProvidersWednesday, April 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Organizers: CCAEYC, First 5 ShastaVenue: Players Pizza | 2305 Balls Ferry Road, Anderson, CA 96007
Fun educational activities for families to enjoy together. A portion of the proceeds from food sales will go directly to the California Cascade for the Education of Young Children.
Wonders of the World
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, April 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Shasta Family YMCA, First 5 ShastaVenue: Shasta Family YMCA | 1155 N. Court Street, Redding, CA 96001
Join the Shasta Family YMCA for a fun and interactive Week of the Young Child event celebrating cultural diversity! Children ages 0-5 and their families will explore the world through hands-on craft activities inspired by traditions from different countries. This engaging event fosters creativity, cultural awareness, and meaningful family connections in a playful, educational environment.
Burney Library Story Time
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, April 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Shasta Public LibrariesVenue: Burney Library | 37116 Main Street, Burney, CA 96013
Join us at the Burney Library every Wednesday for stories, a craft and healthy snack!
Support provided by First 5 Shasta
Anderson Library Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, April 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Organizers: Friends of the Shasta County LibraryVenue: Anderson Library | 3200 West Center Street, Anderson, CA 96007
Celebrate Week of the Young Child at Down on the Farm with a mini petting zoo presented by Anderson High School FFA. Farm animal book, toy or puzzle, sticker project and healthy snack. Visit with KIXE's Clifford the Big Red Dog and Chick Fil-A's cow mascot. Activity booths provided by WIC, Coleman Fish Hatchery, Public Health, Help Me Grow, City of Anderson, Cal Fresh, and Shasta County Department of Agriculture. Sponsored by First 5 Shasta and Anderson Rotary.
Down on the Farm
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, April 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Organizers: Friends of the Shasta County Library, First 5 ShastaVenue: Anderson Library | 3200 W. Center Street, Anderson, CA 96007
Join the Anderson Library for a special event with activities, prizes, and snacks for children ages 0-5. Enjoy a special appearance from Clifford the Big Red Dog, a mini petting zoo, and free Children's books!
Explore Shasta Lake Through Your Senses!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, April 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Organizers: Shasta Head Start, First 5 ShastaVenue: Shasta Lake Head Start | 1650 Stanton Avenue, Shasta Lake, CA 96019
Shasta Head Start invites you to explore your senses at our new Shasta Lake Center! Join us and engage your senses by enjoying a healthy snack, exploring sensory opportunities, creating crafts, and listening to a story together. The first 100 children in attendance will receive a free book.
Water Safety Play Day
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsFriday, April 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Organizers: Sun Oaks, First 5 ShastaVenue: Sun Oaks | 3452 Argyle Road, Redding, CA 96002
Pawter in the Water is coming to Sun Oaks to host a "Water Safety Play Day!" Learn about water safety through rhyming stories, catchy songs, crafts and water play in the grass! Raffle with prizes. Although there will be water play, activities take place in the grass, not inside a pool.
Growing Imagination
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsFriday, April 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Organizers: Shasta County Office of Education, Early Childhood Services, First 5 ShastaVenue: Shasta County Office of Education, Early Childhood Services | 43 Hilltop Drive, Redding, CA 96003
Join us for a fun-filled event inspiring creativity in children ages 0-8 with hands-on crafts and activities. Plus, onsite developmental screening will support early learning and growth in a playful, engaging environment!
Redding Farmers Market
Category: Children 0 - 5, Parents, ProvidersSaturday, April 12, 2025 at 7:30am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Redding Farmers MarketsVenue: Behind Redding City Hall | 777 Cypress Ave., Redding, CA 96001
The original certified Shasta County Farmer's Market since 1977.
Grasshopper Bug Run
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsSaturday, April 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Organizers: Redding Recreation, First 5 ShastaVenue: Grasshopper Sports Zone | 777 Cypress Avenue (Field is west of City Hall), Redding, CA 96001
Dress like your favorite bug and come run for fun. Leave the adults in the dust and go on a bug adventure. Children will run and challenge themselves through fun obstacles. Crawl, jump, climb, and run. See you at the Grasshopper Bug Run!