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Events .............................5Mark your calendar! There’s plenty of fun stuff to do when the weather heats up.

Downtown ........................10Get acquainted with the core of Chico with this walking tour.

Campus............................14Chico State and Butte College provide the region with educational opportunities, economic vitality and intellectual inspiration.

Parks & Recreation ............18Bidwell Park is Chico’s most beautiful feature, with lots of recreational opportunities. We’ve also included listings for Chico’s many smaller parks and playgrounds, as well as regional golf courses.

Maps ..........................24-25We’ve included maps of downtown Chico and Butte County to orient visitors and newcomers to the area.

Arts & Entertainment .........26There’s no shortage of art galleries, theaters and live music in Chico. Browse the list and find your flavor of entertainment.

Nightlife ..........................32When the sun goes down, Chicoans head out. Join them!

Dining .............................38Organized by category, this list of Chico eateries will help keep your palate happy from breakfast until after the bars close.

Family Fun .......................52This special section filled with family-friendly destinations is guaranteed to keep children (of all ages) entertained.

Agritourism ......................56Chico’s position in the Sacramento Valley makes it ideal for year-round agriculture-related tourism to wineries, olive orchards and working farms.

Excursions ........................62Do you have a few days to spend adventuring? Here are some highlights in the areas surrounding Chico.

Lodging ...........................66It’s time to relax after a long day.

Relocation Guide ...............70If you’re thinking of moving to Chico, this section is for you. It covers the basics, including demographics, politics, schools and health care facilities.

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Welcome to Chico, where outdoor enthusiasts meet art lovers and

opportunities abound for adven-ture. With Discover Chico, we aim to introduce newcomers and longtime residents to all of the entertainment, dining, arts and parks that this fair city has to offer.

If you’re new to the area, it won’t take long for you to fall in love. After all, many a Chico State student came to town to study and stuck around well after graduation. Chico is a special place, a tight-knit community of art-ists, musicians, bicyclists, activists, and everything in between.

For those who love an outdoor adventure, spring is the prime time, when the flowers are blooming and the grass is green and lush. Summers in Chico get hot, perfect weather for a tube ride down the Sacramento River or a dip in one of Bidwell Park’s many swimming holes.

Chico is a truly unique place to visit and live. Locals are known for being welcoming to newcomers, so don’t be too shy to stop and ask for direc-tions or recommendations.

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Tourism information For those new to the area—and even the sea-

soned local—there are so many things to do in and around Chico that we can’t possibly fit them all into this guide. Here are a few additional resources for events and activities:

Chico Area Recreation District (CARD) CARD runs many of the parks in Chico and is the

go-to spot for everything from softball leagues to summer camps to classes for people of all ages. CARD also hosts several special events each year, including summer Movies in the Park and a Fourth of July cel-ebration. 545 Vallombrosa Ave., 895-4711, www.chicorec.com

Chico Chamber of Commerce The Chico Chamber of Commerce offers a wide

range of information on local shopping, lodging and recreation. Stop by the Visitor Center for maps

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Spring and summer in Chico offer some of the most fun outdoor

activities—from festivals and fairs to farmers’ markets and free concerts at City Plaza. We know it can get hot, but here are a few cool ways to spend your days (and nights) during your time here in Chico. Go forth and have a blast!

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and guides or for some friendly advice from knowledgeable locals. 441 Main St. Ste. 150, 891-5556, www.chicochamber.com

Chico News & Review The CN&R puts together this

handy guide twice a year, but if you’re looking for something to do this weekend, you probably want to pick up a free copy of the paper, which comes out on Thursdays, or check out the CN&R website, which includes an extensive list of activities, concerts, events and club meetings. www.newsreview.com/chico

Chico State With the university in close

proximity to downtown Chico, there is always something going on. Check out Chico State’s School of the Arts and Chico Performances websites for up-to-date info on shows and exhibits. www.schoolofthearts-csuchico.com and www.chicoperformances.com

Downtown Chico Business Association

For all things downtown related, check out the Downtown Chico Business Association. Information about upcoming events are updated

on the DCBA’s website, www.downtownchico.net

Silver Dollar FairgroundFrom go-kart racing and science

fairs to bridal shows and bull-riding, Silver Dollar Fairground offers a little bit of everything for everyone. 2357 Fair St., 895-4666, www.silverdollar fair.org

Throughout the seasonFarmers’ and crafts markets

For local produce sales year-round, check out the Chico Certified Farmers’ Market on Saturdays, rain or shine, in the parking lot at Second and Wall streets downtown. This market features a wide range of fresh, local fruits and veggies, crafts, locally prepared hot foods, top-notch coffee, etc. Hours: 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. www.chicofarmersmarket.com

Downtown Chico’s popular Thursday Night Market, sponsored by the Downtown Chico Business Association, is back in full swing for the spring and summer months. Free entertainment along with produce and other goods for sale. Hours:

6-9 p.m., April 2-Sept. 24.The North Valley Plaza Farmers’

Market offers produce each Wednesday. Hours: 7:30 a.m.-noon, May 22-Nov. 27. 893-3276. Another option in Chico is the Chapmantown Friday Certified Farmers’ Market at Community Park. Hours: 2-5:30 p.m. Fridays, 1010 Cleveland Ave., www.cchaos.org

Fork in the RoadOne Wednesday a month about

a dozen food trucks gather at Manzanita Place to serve up their specialties, accompanied by live music. Begins April 1, 5-8 p.m. 1705 Manzanita Ave., forkintheroad chico.weebly.com

Friday Night ConcertsFridays, May 8-Sept. 11, 7-

8:30 p.m. Chico’s City Plaza fills with music of all sorts, from rock to jazz to reggae and more. The Downtown Chico Business Association books popular local bands for this summer tradition, now in its 38th year. 345-6500, www.downtownchico.net

Chico Cemetery toursTake a tour of Chico’s cemetery.

Free tours last an hour and a half and are scheduled for the third

Thursday of each month and regis-tration is required. 881 Mangrove Ave., 345-7243

Picnic in the PlazaJoin your fellow Chicoans for

lunch on Tuesdays in the City Plaza, where there will be food trucks and entertainment. www.downtown chico.net

Silver Dollar SpeedwayMost races are held on Friday and

Saturday nights. For a full schedule, including everything from destruc-tion derby to Pacific Sprints Fall Nationals. 891-6353, www.silver dollarspeedway.com

MarchChico Kite Day

March 29, noon-4 p.m. A Chico springtime tradition sponsored by Bird in Hand, families fly colorful kites all afternoon. Prizes are award-ed for the best homemade kites. Community Park, 1900 Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway

AprilCAMMIES Music Festival

April 9-11. This year marks the 10th anniversary of Chico’s annual music festival celebrating the area’s

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6-9 p.m., April 2-Sept. 24.The North Valley Plaza Farmers’

Market offers produce each Wednesday. Hours: 7:30 a.m.-noon, May 22-Nov. 27. 893-3276. Another option in Chico is the Chapmantown Friday Certified Farmers’ Market at Community Park. Hours: 2-5:30 p.m. Fridays, 1010 Cleveland Ave., www.cchaos.org

Fork in the RoadOne Wednesday a month about

a dozen food trucks gather at Manzanita Place to serve up their specialties, accompanied by live music. Begins April 1, 5-8 p.m. 1705 Manzanita Ave., forkintheroad chico.weebly.com

Friday Night ConcertsFridays, May 8-Sept. 11, 7-

8:30 p.m. Chico’s City Plaza fills with music of all sorts, from rock to jazz to reggae and more. The Downtown Chico Business Association books popular local bands for this summer tradition, now in its 38th year. 345-6500, www.downtownchico.net

Chico Cemetery toursTake a tour of Chico’s cemetery.

Free tours last an hour and a half and are scheduled for the third

Thursday of each month and regis-tration is required. 881 Mangrove Ave., 345-7243

Picnic in the PlazaJoin your fellow Chicoans for

lunch on Tuesdays in the City Plaza, where there will be food trucks and entertainment. www.downtown chico.net

Silver Dollar SpeedwayMost races are held on Friday and

Saturday nights. For a full schedule, including everything from destruc-tion derby to Pacific Sprints Fall Nationals. 891-6353, www.silver dollarspeedway.com

MarchChico Kite Day

March 29, noon-4 p.m. A Chico springtime tradition sponsored by Bird in Hand, families fly colorful kites all afternoon. Prizes are award-ed for the best homemade kites. Community Park, 1900 Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway

AprilCAMMIES Music Festival

April 9-11. This year marks the 10th anniversary of Chico’s annual music festival celebrating the area’s

vibrant and eclectic music scene. The festival will run for three nights at various venues, with the finale and awards show at Chico Women’s Club (592 E. Third St.) on April 18, 2-7 p.m. www.newsreview.com/ cammies

California Nut FestivalApril 18, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. This

annual event features local farm-ers, winemakers, brewers, chefs and bakers with food and beverage sam-plings, live music on two stages and an art show. $25-$30. 10381 Midway, 342-4359, www.californianut festival.com

Chico Comedy FestivalSaturday, April 18, 6 p.m.-

2 a.m. (after the CAMMIES Finale

earlier that day). Fifty of the best stand-up comics from LA, SF, Sac, Oakland, Santa Cruz and Chico—including Drennon Davis, Matt Lieb and Brendan Lynch—will perform throughout downtown Chico, most shows are free. Tickets for the head-liners show at the El Rey Theatre (230 W. Second St.) available at http://tinyurl.com/m9qo5gg

Chico Wildflower CenturyApril 26, 5:30 a.m. Chico

Wildflower Century, a 100-mile ride through much of scenic Butte County, starts and finishes at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico. Nearly 4,000 cyclists participate in this annual race staged by the Chico Velo Cycling Club. Less demand-ing rides also available, such as the

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Mildflower 65 and the Childflower 12. www.chicovelo.org

MayEndangered Species Faire

May 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Hosted by the Butte Environmental Council, this is the oldest environmental fair in Northern California. Features informa-tional booths on ecology, wildlife and environmental issues and animals, music, food and more. One-Mile picnic area in Lower Bidwell Park, www.endangeredspeciesfaire.org

Feather Fiesta DaysMay 3-10. Oroville’s hometown

celebration for more than 70 years, Feather Fiesta Days includes a beer festival kickoff, parades, food ven-dors, activities for the kids, a car show and a chili cook-off. 538-2542, www.orovillechamber.net

Silver Dollar FairMay 21-25. Chico’s popular annual

community fair at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds features exhibits, live-stock, a carnival midway, car races and music. www.silverdollarfair.org

JuneSoroptimist International Microbrew Festival

June 6, 2-6 p.m. The annual Microbrew Festival, hosted by Soroptimist Internation of Bidwell Rancho, features tasting opportuni-ties from dozens of microbreweries and live music. Manzanita Place, 1705 Manzanita Ave., www.sibidwellrancho.org

Country Faire & Threshing Bee

June 6-7. This festive annual event is hosted by the Far West Heritage Association at Patrick Ranch Museum’s 28 acres on the Midway just outside of Chico. Enjoy food and live music and see living history as a threshing bee is re-enacted. 10381 Midway, Durham, 342-4359, www.patrickranch museum.org

Chico Bicycle Music FestivalJune 13, noon-10 p.m. This annu-

al tradition features a pedal-powered generator providing the juice for a series of concerts at various locations that bicyclists ride to en masse. Free. www.chicobicyclemusicfestival.com

July Chico’s Fourth of July Celebration

July 4, 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. For decades, this home-town Independence Day celebration has been the thing to do for Chicoans of all ages. Featuring a pancake breakfast, food and crafts booths, a pie-eating contest, a horse-shoe contest, family games with prizes and even a fife-and-drum band. Bring lawn chairs. One-Mile Recreation Area in Lower Bidwell Park, www.chicorec.com

Slice of ChicoJuly 11, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy a

sidewalk sale and free slices of ice-cold watermelon courtesy of down-town Chico merchants. www.downtownchico.net

August Butte County Fair

Aug. 27-30. The Butte County Fairgrounds in Gridley brings a good-time country fair with a rodeo, booths, carnival, destruction derby, livestock and more. www.butte countyfair.org

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the parking lot at Second and Wall streets, 893-3276, www.chicofarmersmarket.com.

Chico Municipal Center Next, head about two blocks

south to the city’s administrative offices for a look at one of Chico’s most recognizable sculptures—Our Hands, a giant pair of hands with iconic images of Chico embedded in their surface—which is poised out front. Inside, the building also hosts regular exhibitions of local art. Municipal Center hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 411 Main St., 896-7200, www.chico.ca.us

Old Municipal Building Swing around to the front of

the block to the renovated Old Municipal Building, now the home of the Chico Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center, to load up on insider tips and free brochures for area attractions. Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 441 Main St., 800-852-8570

Senator Theatre Just south on Main Street, you’ll

find the ornate Senator Theatre, built in 1928 and a major landmark in Chico’s history. Once home to traveling shows, the Senator became a movie theater in the mid-20th century. Now, it’s the North State’s main stop for big-name bands. 517 Main St., 898-1497, www.jmaxproductions.net

Downtown Post Office Head back up Main and swing

left on Fifth to make a stop at the United States Postal Service office. Built in 1916, it’s recognized by the National Register of Historic Places. With its beautiful arched entrance and Renaissance revival architecture, the post office is a true Chico landmark. 141 W. Fifth St., 342-5038.

Chico City Plaza The Post Office sits just across

from City Plaza, the one-block park marking the heart of downtown Chico. This is a great spot to rest your feet, spot some of the city’s more colorful characters, or cool

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Take a walk For a firsthand view of what

downtown has to offer, follow this self-guided walking tour—the per-fect way to get to know the walk-able and welcoming city center. As you admire the landmarks, take time to browse, chow or wet your whistle at some of Chico’s most eclectic establishments along the way. See page 24 for a corresponding map.

Chico Certified Farmers’ Market

If it’s Saturday, head straight to the Chico Certified Farmers’ Market. This year-round local favorite is a great place to score fresh local pro-duce and other delectables, as well as a fantastic place to people watch. It also features artisan crafts and food vendors, and sometimes street musicians are on hand to entertain. Hours: Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m., in

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No other area captures the character of Chico quite as completely as downtown.

Since Chico’s mid-1800s birth, the city’s core, centered around Main Street and Broadway, has remained the community’s vibrant, beating heart. There are a variety of places to eat, shop for everything from clothes to furniture, check out some art, or catch a live performance. Downtown’s architecture and murals offer a glimpse into the city’s past, and it’s not far from Bidwell Park, the Chico State campus, or a creek-side retreat. Downtown also hosts myriad markets, festivals and other events throughout the year.

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the parking lot at Second and Wall streets, 893-3276, www.chicofarmers market.com.

Chico Municipal Center Next, head about two blocks

south to the city’s administrative offices for a look at one of Chico’s most recognizable sculptures—Our Hands, a giant pair of hands with iconic images of Chico embedded in their surface—which is poised out front. Inside, the building also hosts regular exhibitions of local art. Municipal Center hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 411 Main St., 896-7200, www.chico.ca.us

Old Municipal Building Swing around to the front of

the block to the renovated Old Municipal Building, now the home of the Chico Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center, to load up on insider tips and free brochures for area attractions. Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 441 Main St., 800-852-8570

Senator Theatre Just south on Main Street, you’ll

find the ornate Senator Theatre, built in 1928 and a major landmark in Chico’s history. Once home to traveling shows, the Senator became a movie theater in the mid-20th century. Now, it’s the North State’s main stop for big-name bands. 517 Main St., 898-1497, www.jmaxproductions.net

Downtown Post Office Head back up Main and swing

left on Fifth to make a stop at the United States Postal Service office. Built in 1916, it’s recognized by the National Register of Historic Places. With its beautiful arched entrance and Renaissance revival architecture, the post office is a true Chico landmark. 141 W. Fifth St., 342-5038.

Chico City Plaza The Post Office sits just across

from City Plaza, the one-block park marking the heart of downtown Chico. This is a great spot to rest your feet, spot some of the city’s more colorful characters, or cool

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Take a walk For a firsthand view of what

downtown has to offer, follow this self-guided walking tour—the per-fect way to get to know the walk-able and welcoming city center. As you admire the landmarks, take time to browse, chow or wet your whistle at some of Chico’s most eclectic establishments along the way. See page 24 for a corresponding map.


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off in the fountain. City Plaza is the venue for a decades old Chico tradition: Friday Night Concerts. The free concerts are a great place to hear live, local music in a range of genres. Fifth and Main streets

Stansbury Home Head one block west to admire

this gleaming-white Victorian home, built in 1883, at the corner of West Fifth and Salem streets. This is Chico’s most well-preserved example of late-19th-century Italianate archi-tecture. Hours: Saturday-Sunday, 1-4 p.m. 307 W. Fifth St., 895-3848, www.stansburyhome.org

Hotel Diamond Veer northeast to the Hotel

Diamond, a beautifully renovated homage to the original luxury hotel constructed in 1904. Now, the hotel offers standard rooms and luxury suites. 220 W. Fourth St, 893-3100, www.hoteldiamond chico.com

El Rey Theatre Two blocks north you’ll find this

historic venue, which dates from 1905 and was originally a Vaudeville theater. It is now used primarily for touring performers. 230 W. Second St., www.jmaxproductions.net

Chico Museum Just around the corner at Second

and Salem lies the opportunity to more deeply explore the area’s past. Housed in a former Andrew Carnegie library, the Chico Museum celebrates the region’s history with permanent and rotating exhibits. Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, noon- 4 p.m. 141 Salem St., 891-4336, www.chicomuseum.org

Bidwell Mansion This elegant three-story,

26-room, pink-and-brown Victorian mansion is Chico’s most famous landmark, named after former residents John and Annie Bidwell. The Bidwells entertained guests like President Rutherford B. Hayes, Gen. William Sherman, John Muir and Susan B. Anthony here. On-the-hour tours and a local-history display are available in the visitor

center. Proximity to the Children’s Playground ( ) across the creek and the Gateway Science Museum ( ) make this the perfect stop for

an afternoon of family fun. Hours: Saturday-Monday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 525 Esplanade, 895-6144, www.parks.ca.gov l

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Chico StateCampus tours are conducted

Monday through Saturday at 10:30 a.m., beginning at the Admissions Office in the first-floor lobby of the Student Services Center. To make a reservation, log onto www.tinyurl.com/csuctour or call 898-6322.

If you decide to take a stroll on your own, here are a few places on the Chico State campus worth noting:

Bell Memorial Union (BMU) Students in the know call it

the BMU. Owned and operated by the Associated Students, the BMU is home to the Chico State Wildcat Store, the Marketplace Cafe, an audi-torium, study areas, a coffee shop and the Associated Students offices (as well as many of the organiza-tion’s programs). www.aschico.com

Historic QuarterDating back to the early part

of the 20th century, Kendall Hall, Laxson Auditorium, Trinity Hall and Ayres Hall make up the historic quarter. Romanesque-style brick buildings dominate this beautiful area of campus, which also boasts a domed rotunda, bell tower and rose garden.

Janet Turner Print Museum Adjacent to the Museum of

Anthropology in Meriam Library, the Janet Turner Print Museum displays an impressive collection of fine art prints from artists including Dalí, Durer, Goya, Miro, Rembrandt, Renoir and Tamayo, as well as prints by the museum’s late benefactor, artist and Chico State art professor Janet Turner. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., or by appointment. 898-4476, www.janetturner.org

The campuses among us

Chico State is the intellectual

pulse of our com-munity, but there are many other educa-tional opportunities abounding locally as well. Butte College’s satellite campus is here, as are two beauty schools and a law school, giv-ing residents a lot to choose from when it comes to higher edu-cation and vocational training.

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Laxson Auditorium A cornerstone of the historic

quarter, this majestic auditorium also hosts the major music, theater and dance events on campus, includ-ing the spring musical, North State Symphony Orchestra concerts and performances by world-class touring artists. The auditorium also houses the Laxson Fine Art Gallery, which features works by students and some of the Chico area’s most prominent artists. University Box Office: 898-6333. Laxson Fine Art Gallery: 898-5331. www.chicoperformances.com

Meriam Library Chico State’s Meriam Library

is the state’s largest library north of Sacramento and an important regional information resource. 898-5862, www.csuchico.edu/library

Performing Arts Center (PAC)

This large building just east of the BMU is the hub of the university’s extensive performing-arts program. It houses two excellent the-aters and a recital hall that host public performances.

University Art Gallery

A student-centered exhibition space in Trinity Hall that focuses on original works by regional, national and international artists. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 898-5864

Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology

Located on the first floor of Meriam Library, this teaching museum features rotating exhibitions, photos and artifacts, with the aim of promoting respect and appreciation for human diversity. Admission free; donations welcome. Hours: September-May: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June-July: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 898-5397, www.csuchico.edu/anthmuseum

More educationButte College

Opened in 1968, the local com-munity college has come a long way since its early years when classes were held in portable buildings. In the mid-1970s, Butte College moved to its spacious campus located on a 928-acre wildlife refuge in the foot-hills between Oroville and Chico.

In recent years, the campus core has changed dramatically, with a complete overhaul and expansion of the library, and the addition of three new state-of-the-art buildings. The impressive two-story Arts Building offers a keyboard lab, a full digital recording studio, a print studio, a cutting-edge graphic-design lab and the fabulous Black Box Theatre.

Butte College’s satellite campus in Chico makes it possible for students to attend classes without making the drive to the main campus. Its new-est addition is the Skyway Center in south Chico, home to the automotive- technology program.

The accredited two-year college offers associate degrees and fully transferable general-education cours-es, as well as vocational-certificate programs.

The college also has been recog-nized nationally for its commitment to sustainability practices; its Arts building was certified LEED Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council, the

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Laxson Auditorium A cornerstone of the historic

quarter, this majestic auditorium also hosts the major music, theater and dance events on campus, includ-ing the spring musical, North State Symphony Orchestra concerts and performances by world-class touring artists. The auditorium also houses the Laxson Fine Art Gallery, which features works by students and some of the Chico area’s most prominent artists. University Box Office: 898-6333. Laxson Fine Art Gallery: 898-5331. www.chicoperformances.com

Meriam Library Chico State’s Meriam Library

is the state’s largest library north of Sacramento and an important regional information resource. 898-5862, www.csuchico.edu/library

Performing Arts Center (PAC)

This large building just east of the BMU is the hub of the university’s extensive performing-arts program. It houses two excellent the-aters and a recital hall that host public performances.

University Art Gallery

A student-centered exhibition space in Trinity Hall that focuses on original works by regional, national and international artists. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 898-5864


Located on the first floor of Meriam Library, this teaching museum features rotating exhibitions, photos and artifacts, with the aim of promoting respect and appreciation for human diversity. Admission free; donations welcome. Hours: September-May: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. June-July: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 898-5397, www.csuchico.edu/anthmuseum

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Opened in 1968, the local com-munity college has come a long way since its early years when classes were held in portable buildings. In the mid-1970s, Butte College moved to its spacious campus located on a 928-acre wildlife refuge in the foot-hills between Oroville and Chico.

In recent years, the campus core has changed dramatically, with a complete overhaul and expansion of the library, and the addition of three new state-of-the-art buildings. The impressive two-story Arts Building offers a keyboard lab, a full digital recording studio, a print studio, a cutting-edge graphic-design lab and the fabulous Black Box Theatre.

Butte College’s satellite campus in Chico makes it possible for students to attend classes without making the drive to the main campus. Its new-est addition is the Skyway Center in south Chico, home to the automotive- technology program.

The accredited two-year college offers associate degrees and fully transferable general-education cours-es, as well as vocational-certificate programs.

The college also has been recog-nized nationally for its commitment to sustainability practices; its Arts building was certified LEED Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council, the

first in the North State to receive such recognition. It also has the dis-tinction as the first college campus in the country to go grid-positive.

Main campus: 3536 Butte Campus Drive, Oroville, 895-2511, www.butte.edu

Chico Center: 2320 Forest Ave., 895-1352

Cal Northern School Of Law The need for a law school with

night classes in the North State was filled by Cal Northern School of Law, accredited by the State Bar of California since 1992. The four-year course of study provides prospective attorneys with real-world training. 1395 Ridgewood Drive, Ste. 100, 891-6900, www.calnorthern.edu

Chico Beauty College With new classes beginning every

six weeks, Chico Beauty College offers hands-on experience with hair, nail and skin-care services under the watchful eye of credentialed instruc-tors. 1356 Longfellow Ave., 343-4201

Marinello Schools of Beauty For those interested in all things

beauty—cosmetology, aesthetics, massage therapy, manicuring, hair design or barbering—Marinello Schools of Beauty in Chico has just what you need to become licensed and employed. 2201 Pillsbury Road, #170, 895-8900, www.marinello.com l

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Lower ParkCaper Acres

A much-beloved playground with a soft, spongy central area full of things for kids to climb on, including an impressive mosaic sea serpent created by local artist Robin Indar. Open 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. 500 S. Park Drive

Cedar GroveCedar Grove Picnic Area and

Meadow offers easily accessible picnic tables and barbecues along with a green place to relax near the creek and access to the World of Trees Independence Trail. 7:30 a.m.-an hour after sunset. 1890 E. Eighth St.

Chico Creek Nature Center The family-friendly Chico

Creek Nature Center features a nonreleasable living animal collection—the Janeece Webb Living Animal Museum—as well as the Howard S. Tucker Exhibit Hall and Kristie’s Nature Lab, along with creek access and picnic tables. 1978 E. Eighth St., 891-4671, www.bidwellpark.org

One-Mile Recreation Area Soaking up the sun, swimming

in the huge Sycamore Pool or picnicking beneath the towering valley oaks and white-barked sycamore trees is what One-Mile is all about. With its barbecues, horseshoe pits and playing fields, One-Mile is located just a few blocks from downtown and is easily accessible for automobiles through entrances on Fourth Street or Vallombrosa Way.

Lower Bidwell Park trailsFoot, bicycle and equestrian paths

run the length of Chico’s Lower Bidwell Park through stately oak groves and near the riparian zone of Big Chico Creek, where creekside trails offer beautiful views of the water and seclusion amid the trees. Take South Park Drive or Peterson Memorial Way to any turnoff.


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If you’re the type who can’t stay inside on a

beautiful day, being active in Chico comes naturally. When the sun’s shining, the city’s parks are an irresistible draw for run-ners, cyclists, swimmers and hikers—not to men-tion those taking a lei-surely stroll or meeting friends for a picnic. The most notable green space, Bidwell Park, is one of the largest municipal parks in the country, providing our town with thousands of acres of shade, rugged ter-rain and swimming holes. Given to the city as a gift by local pioneer Annie Bidwell, Bidwell Park has been enjoyed by visitors for more than 100 years.

Bidwell ParkBidwell Park is a 3,670-acre preserve and the natural heart and

soul of the Chico community. Divided by Manzanita Avenue, the park comprises two distinct sections. The area to the west of Manzanita bordering Big Chico Creek is known as Lower Park, while the land to the east, which extends into the Sierra Nevada foothills, is known as Upper Park.

Lower Park’s thick canopy of trees provides shade for its many grassy knolls and creekside spaces. And Upper Park, which extends five miles along both sides of Big Chico Creek Canyon, ranges from lush riparian habitat to rugged rock faces. To reserve picnic areas, call 896-7800. For trail and road conditions, call 896-7899 or visit www.chico.ca.us (select “Bidwell Park”).

Within Bidwell Park, there are a number of special spots:

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Lower ParkCaper Acres

A much-beloved playground with a soft, spongy central area full of things for kids to climb on, including an impressive mosaic sea serpent created by local artist Robin Indar. Open 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. 500 S. Park Drive

Cedar GroveCedar Grove Picnic Area and

Meadow offers easily accessible picnic tables and barbecues along with a green place to relax near the creek and access to the World of Trees Independence Trail. 7:30 a.m.-an hour after sunset. 1890 E. Eighth St.

Chico Creek Nature Center The family-friendly Chico

Creek Nature Center features a nonreleasable living animal collection—the Janeece Webb Living Animal Museum—as well as the Howard S. Tucker Exhibit Hall and Kristie’s Nature Lab, along with creek access and picnic tables. 1978 E. Eighth St., 891-4671, www.bidwellpark.org

One-Mile Recreation Area Soaking up the sun, swimming

in the huge Sycamore Pool or picnicking beneath the towering valley oaks and white-barked sycamore trees is what One-Mile is all about. With its barbecues, horseshoe pits and playing fields, One-Mile is located just a few blocks from downtown and is easily accessible for automobiles through entrances on Fourth Street or Vallombrosa Way.

Lower Bidwell Park trailsFoot, bicycle and equestrian paths

run the length of Chico’s Lower Bidwell Park through stately oak groves and near the riparian zone of Big Chico Creek, where creekside trails offer beautiful views of the water and seclusion amid the trees. Take South Park Drive or Peterson Memorial Way to any turnoff.

Upper ParkEquestrian Center

Horse lovers and their equine friends are welcome on many trails in Bidwell Park. Equestrian events are held in the arena, which is open to the public Tuesday-Thursday. Accessible from Wildwood Avenue.

Five-Mile Recreation Area At the foot of Upper Bidwell

Park, Five-Mile is either a kicking-off point for forays into the canyon or a great destination on its own. Picnic tables, barbecues and ample space make it a popular spot for group gatherings. Take Vallombrosa east to the end, turn right on Manzanita, left on Centennial, and the area is to the left.

Hooker Oak Recreation Area

Home to the beautiful baseball facility Doryland Field, several softball fields, a children’s playground and the Sherwood Forest Kids’ Disc Golf Course (which is often full of adults). Take Vallombrosa Avenue east, turn left on Manzanita—Hooker Oak will be on your right.

Horseshoe Lake A perfect place to walk the dog

(complete with a designated off-leash area) or do some fishing. Horseshoe Lake also serves as a jumping-

off point for the park’s miles of rugged trails. Visit nearby Chico Community Observatory for nightly constellation tours (go to www.chicoobservatory.org for more info).

North Rim TrailSkirting the north edge of Upper

Park along Big Chico Creek can-yon, the North Rim offers one of the area’s most popular trails. The “B” Trail, which descends from the North Rim, offers rugged and scenic mountain biking and hiking. Take Wildwood Avenue off Manzanita Avenue, and then go 1.5 miles to the parking lot.

Peregrine Point Trailhead & Disc Golf Course

Chico’s 18-hole disc golf course is a challenge for avid disc golfers and offers breathtaking views of Big Chico Creek Canyon. The course is about 4 miles past Bruce Road on Highway 32, with an entrance on the left.

South Rim TrailThis less-traveled trail is one of

the more rugged in Upper Bidwell Park. It runs through the old police pistol range, above Bidwell Park Golf Course and high along the south side of the canyon. For a day hike, take South Rim Trail to the less-populated south side of Bear Hole and return on Upper Park Road or the creekside Yahi Trail. The trailhead is beyond Five-Mile, where Centennial Drive dead-ends at Chico Canyon Road.

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Bidwell ParkBidwell Park is a 3,670-acre preserve and the natural heart and

soul of the Chico community. Divided by Manzanita Avenue, the park comprises two distinct sections. The area to the west of Manzanita bordering Big Chico Creek is known as Lower Park, while the land to the east, which extends into the Sierra Nevada foothills, is known as Upper Park.

Lower Park’s thick canopy of trees provides shade for its many grassy knolls and creekside spaces. And Upper Park, which extends five miles along both sides of Big Chico Creek Canyon, ranges from lush riparian habitat to rugged rock faces. To reserve picnic areas, call 896-7800. For trail and road conditions, call 896-7899 or visit www.chico.ca.us (select “Bidwell Park”).

Within Bidwell Park, there are a number of special spots:

Lower Park entrance under Mananita AvenuePhoto by Paula schultz

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playground, barbecues, picnic tables and a sculpture of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 1900 Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, 895-4711

DeGarmo Park This park in north Chico features

the town’s only dog park, a fully fenced grassy area with doggie drinking fountains and benches for relaxing. The site also includes three ball fields, walking paths, a playground, restrooms, benches and a sheltered picnic and concession area. Take The Esplanade north to Leora Court.

Dorothy Johnson Center Located near the heart of

Chico’s southside Chapmantown neighborhood, the Dorothy Johnson Neighborhood Center comprises 3 acres and features a fenced playground, outdoor basketball courts, a picnic area, an indoor basketball court and a pool table. 775 E. 16th St.

Hancock Park Tucked away in a north Chico

neighborhood, this grassy area off Marigold Avenue features walking paths and disc-golf baskets.

Humboldt Neighborhood Park

For skateboarding and inline skating, this Chico park features a 10,000-square-foot skate track equipped with a pyramid, a rail, a box, two 3-foot-wide steps, curbing and steel coping to supply skaters with enough variation to mix up their moves. On Humboldt Avenue between Orient and Flume streets.

Oak Way Park This popular neighborhood park

offers basketball courts, lighted walking paths and plenty of open field for flag football or just a game of catch. At the corner of West Eighth Avenue and Highway 32.

Peterson Park Peterson Park in north Chico

features a basketball court, a children’s playground and picnic tables. Off Crater Lake Drive.



Upper Park Road Wildwood Avenue in Chico turns

into a rocky, rutted dirt road 2 miles into Upper Bidwell Park, where it becomes Upper Park Road. It’s usu-ally passable for most vehicles in dry weather. The road runs 5 miles to the end of Upper Bidwell Park along Big Chico Creek, with parking avail-able at the lots at the various swim-ming holes along the way. Three trails parallel Upper Park Road to the north—Lower, Middle and Upper trails. The latter two are favored by mountain bikers and hikers alike for their up-and-down ruggedness and secluded scenery.

Wildwood Park This 17-acre park near the

gateway to Upper Park features state-of-the-art equipment that is second to none. The site also has covered picnic areas and two softball fields. Located at 100 Wildwood Ave., off of Manzanita Avenue.

Yahi Trail Designated on trail markers as

“easiest,” the Yahi Trail runs along Big Chico Creek in Upper Bidwell Park. Constructed in 1967 by the local Yahi Group of the Sierra Club,

the trail is notable for its lush, shady greenery and access to numerous picturesque spots along the creek. Erosion is a problem on the Yahi, so no bikers or horses are allowed. It begins just east of Horseshoe Lake off Wildwood Avenue.

Other parks and playgrounds Baroni Park

Located in a quiet southeast Chico neighborhood, family-friendly Baroni Park offers play equipment, a full-sized basketball court and a large green space. Corner of Baroni and Via Mission drives.

Chico City Plaza This one-block park in the heart

of downtown Chico (between Fourth and Fifth streets, and Main Street and Broadway) features an elaborate concert stage and a ground-level fountain. The plaza is host to Chico’s summertime Friday Night Concerts and is otherwise a great place to people watch or rest your feet.

Chico Oxidation Ponds Wildlife Sanctuary

It might sound like an odd place to visit, but you can walk on the levees behind Chico’s Water Pollution Control Plant and find many species of local and migrating waterfowl and other birds and mammals. The trail loops around ponds for about 2 miles behind the plant. There is even a viewing blind. Take West Fifth Street until it becomes Chico River Road just outside of town, and go another 3 miles until you see the plant on your left.

Comanche Trail A 1-mile self-guided loop through

the Mendocino National Forest’s Genetic Resource & Conservation Center (commonly referred to as “the tree farm”) in south Chico. The walk features many varieties of stately trees bordering a fast-flowing creek. Most of the trail is wheelchair acces-sible. Open weekdays during the day. Drive to the gate at the end of Cramer Lane. 895-1176

Community Park Officially known as Community

Park, but also called “20th Street Park,” this popular 20-acre space features tennis courts, baseball, softball and soccer fields, a large

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playground, barbecues, picnic tables and a sculpture of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 1900 Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, 895-4711

DeGarmo Park This park in north Chico features

the town’s only dog park, a fully fenced grassy area with doggie drinking fountains and benches for relaxing. The site also includes three ball fields, walking paths, a playground, restrooms, benches and a sheltered picnic and concession area. Take The Esplanade north to Leora Court.

Dorothy Johnson Center Located near the heart of

Chico’s southside Chapmantown neighborhood, the Dorothy Johnson Neighborhood Center comprises 3 acres and features a fenced playground, outdoor basketball courts, a picnic area, an indoor basketball court and a pool table. 775 E. 16th St.

Hancock Park Tucked away in a north Chico

neighborhood, this grassy area off Marigold Avenue features walking paths and disc-golf baskets.


For skateboarding and inline skating, this Chico park features a 10,000-square-foot skate track equipped with a pyramid, a rail, a box, two 3-foot-wide steps, curbing and steel coping to supply skaters with enough variation to mix up their moves. On Humboldt Avenue between Orient and Flume streets.

Oak Way Park This popular neighborhood park

offers basketball courts, lighted walking paths and plenty of open field for flag football or just a game of catch. At the corner of West Eighth Avenue and Highway 32.

Peterson Park Peterson Park in north Chico

features a basketball court, a children’s playground and picnic tables. Off Crater Lake Drive.


Chico Oxidation Ponds Wildlife Sanctuary

It might sound like an odd place to visit, but you can walk on the levees behind Chico’s Water Pollution Control Plant and find many species of local and migrating waterfowl and other birds and mammals. The trail loops around ponds for about 2 miles behind the plant. There is even a viewing blind. Take West Fifth Street until it becomes Chico River Road just outside of town, and go another 3 miles until you see the plant on your left.

Comanche Trail A 1-mile self-guided loop through

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Community Park Officially known as Community

Park, but also called “20th Street Park,” this popular 20-acre space features tennis courts, baseball, softball and soccer fields, a large

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Rotary Park Tiny Rotary Park includes a small

playground, basketball court, picnic tables and barbecues that attract people of all ages throughout the day. The park is a frequent site for pick-up basketball games. West 16th Street and Broadway.

Teichert PondsDubbed “The Accidental

Wetland” by Chico Creek Nature Center naturalist Jon Aull, Teichert Ponds “host some of Chico’s most interesting wild inhabitants,” including wood ducks, beavers and herons. The obscure three-pond area is visible on the east side of Highway 99, between the 20th Street and Highway 32 exits.

Verbena Fields This 21-acre, rough-hewn nature

park was formerly a gravel quarry. Located between Lindo Channel and East First Avenue near Verbena Avenue, the park features native plants, a walking trail loop and the colorful Mechoopda Trail Youth Mural.

Public golf coursesBidwell Park Golf Course

A picturesque 18-hole, par-72 course in Chico’s Upper Bidwell Park. Professional lessons are available, along with apparel and equipment. Open every day except Christmas from dawn to dusk. About a mile up Wildwood Avenue. 891-8417, www.golfbidwellpark.com

Dingerville USA GolfKnown for its friendly staff, this

nine-hole course near Palermo is open daily. 5813 Pacific Heights

Road, Oroville, 533-9343, www.dingervilleusa.com

Lake Oroville Golf and Event Center

The nine-hole, par-33 Lake Oroville Golf Course requires collared shirts. Scheduling a tee time is also necessary after 5 p.m. 5131 Royal Oaks Drive, Oroville, 589-0777, www.lakeorovillegolfandevent center.com

Lava Creek Golf Course Lava Creek is a scenic, year-round

nine-hole course and driving range. For disc golfers, greens fees are $4. 5235 Clark Road, Paradise, 872-4653

Paradise Pines Golf Course This course is just a short drive

from Chico in the wooded Sierra Nevada foothills community of Magalia. The course offers nine holes plus a driving range. 13917 S. Park Drive, 873-1111, www.paradise pinesgolfcourse.com

The Practice Tee at Sunset Hills

This nine-hole course in north Chico has been renovated with sand

traps and small target greens to go along with a driving range and prac-tice putting course. 13301 Garner Lane, 342-4600

Sevillano Links Golf Course Worth the 45-minute drive

from Chico, this scenic, John Daly Signature, 18-hole championship course at Rolling Hills Casino in Corning was named “Best New Golf Course” by Golfweek magazine. 2657 Barham Ave., 528-4600, www.sevillanolinks.com

Skyway Golf ParkThis six-hole Chico course offers

lights for night golfing, a driving range and three golf pros on staff. Reservations recommended. Open seven days a week. 1 Longest Drive, 899-8108, www.skywaygolfpark.com

Table Mountain Golf Course This public 18-hole course is flat

and includes fast greens and wide fairways, providing ample landing areas. The facility offers two practice greens and a driving range. 2700 Oro Dam Blvd. West, Oroville, 533-3922, www.tablemountaingolf.com

Tuscan Ridge Golf ClubThe club’s challenging 18-hole

championship golf course winds through the lava rock over undulat-ing foothill terrain bordering the Skyway between Chico and Paradise. The course is open to the public and memberships are available. 3100 Skyway, 624-7006, www.tuscanridgeclub.com l

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Chico All Fired Up Chico All Fired Up is an open

studio with clay-working tools and a ceramic-supply outlet with clays, glazes, tools and raw materials. It’s now also a center for learning for Work Training Center, a nonprofit focused on adults with disabilities. Open daily (call or visit website for times). 830 Broadway, 894-5227, www.chicoallfiredup.org

Chico Art Center Established in 1956, this non-

profit arts venue offers regular group exhibits as well as classes for all lev-els. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. 450 Orange St., Ste. 6, 895-8726, www.chicoartcenter.com

Chico Art School & Gallery Offers adults and children ongo-

ing instruction in painting and drawing in various mediums. Classes taught by Janet Lombardi Blixt, twice voted Best Instructor/Professor and six times voted Best Local Artist. 336 Broadway, Ste. 20. 570-3895, www.chicoartschool.com

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Galleries & museums1078 Gallery

This artist-managed, nonprofit gallery has been offering “excit-ing exhibitions of contemporary and experimental artworks in visual, musical, literary, film and performance mediums” in Chico since 1981. Check its website for details of the offerings on its very busy schedule. Hours: Thursday-Saturday, 12:30-5:30 p.m., plus regular evening performances and receptions. 820 Broadway, 343-1973, www.1078gallery.org

3rd Floor Art Gallery Chico State’s Associated Students

runs this gallery, which features original student works throughout the school year. Located on the third floor of the Bell Memorial Union at Chico State, 898-3380

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The arts are a huge part of what defines Chico and makes it such a vibrant cultural destina-

tion. The nightlife is covered in other parts of this guide, and here we focus on the galleries, museums, studios, community theaters, university resources and movie houses that make Chico the cultural hub of Northern California.

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Art Etc. Downtown shop featuring art

supplies, framing services and rotat-ing exhibits featuring local artists. Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 122 W. Third St., 895-1161, www.artetc-chico.com

The Art House An urban art garden/gallery with

sculpture and ceramics by Dave and Jana Lawton. Hours: Sunday, 1-5 p.m., and by appointment. 325 Nord Ave., 894-1843, www.chicoarthouse.com

AVL Looms Located in Chico since 1980, AVL

Looms is a world-famous textile-equipment manufacturing company, building a variety of looms that ship to all 50 states and more than 80 countries. Tours are available by appointment. 2360 Park Ave, 893-4915, www.avlusa.com

B-So SpaceNamed for its location in the art

department—“between the stairs and the office”—this gallery fea-tures rotating exhibits of Chico State student works. Call for hours. Ayres Hall, Chico State, 898-5331, www.csuchico.edu/art

Butte Art & Design Digital Outdoor Gallery (BAD DOG)

The Butte Art & Design Digital Outdoor Gallery has two outdoor locations: at the business depart-ment on Butte College’s main campus, and in downtown Chico at Second and Broadway. 222 W. Second St.

Butte College Art GalleryCampus gallery showing local and

student works. ARTS Building, Butte College. 895-2404, www.facebook.com/butteartgallery


Chico All Fired Up Chico All Fired Up is an open

studio with clay-working tools and a ceramic-supply outlet with clays, glazes, tools and raw materials. It’s now also a center for learning for Work Training Center, a nonprofit focused on adults with disabilities. Open daily (call or visit website for times). 830 Broadway, 894-5227, www.chicoallfiredup.org

Chico Art Center Established in 1956, this non-

profit arts venue offers regular group exhibits as well as classes for all lev-els. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. 450 Orange St., Ste. 6, 895-8726, www.chicoartcenter.com

Chico Art School & Gallery Offers adults and children ongo-

ing instruction in painting and drawing in various mediums. Classes taught by Janet Lombardi Blixt, twice voted Best Instructor/Professor and six times voted Best Local Artist. 336 Broadway, Ste. 20. 570-3895, www.chicoartschool.com

Chico Museum Housed in a 1905 Carnegie

Library, the Chico Museum features

permanent exhibits on Chico’s his-tory and the history of the area’s Mechoopda Indian tribe. Suggested donation: $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, students, and children 5-12. Open Wednesday-Sunday, noon-4 p.m. 141 Salem St., 891-4336, www.chicomuseum.org

Chico Paper Co. In the heart of downtown, this

custom framing and retail shop fea-tures works by more than 25 promi-nent local artists, plus an excellent selection of greeting cards and hand-made jewelry. Hours: Weekdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon-4 p.m. 345 Broadway, 891-0900, www.chicopapercompany.com

Gateway Science Museum Gateway offers rotating sci-

ence and natural history exhibits as well as permanent displays on Ice Age skeletons, the Sacramento River watershed and the ecoregions surrounding the museum. Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, noon-5 p.m. 624 Esplanade, 898-4121, www.csuchico.edu/gateway

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B-So SpaceNamed for its location in the art

department—“between the stairs and the office”—this gallery fea-tures rotating exhibits of Chico State student works. Call for hours. Ayres Hall, Chico State, 898-5331, www.csuchico.edu/art

Butte Art & Design Digital Outdoor Gallery (BAD DOG)

The Butte Art & Design Digital Outdoor Gallery has two outdoor locations: at the business depart-ment on Butte College’s main campus, and in downtown Chico at Second and Broadway. 222 W. Second St.

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Call for information about glass-blowing demonstrations. 2161 Park Ave. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 893-0373, www.orientandflume.com

Sally Dimas Art Gallery This shop/gallery features origi-

nal paintings, art pottery, etchings and jewelry by local and regional artists. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., or by appointment. 493 East Ave., 345-3063

Satava Glass For 35 years, Satava has created

world-class hand-blown and solid-form glass art. Their glass vases and colorful jellyfish pieces are particularly popular. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Studio-viewing hours: Tues.-Thurs., 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. 819 Wall St., 345-7985, www.satava.com/studio

University Art Gallery A student-centered gallery exhib-

iting local, national and interna-tional artists. 100 Trinity Hall, Chico State campus. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 898-5864, www.csuchico.edu/art/galleries/ univgallery.html

The Vagabond Rose Gallery & Framing

Marilyn Souza’s downtown gal-lery/shop features exhibits from local and regional artists. Call for hours. 236 Main St., 343-1110


The museum offers anthropol-ogy exhibitions, plus lectures and children’s programs. Chico State stu-dents design and install the exhibits. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (summer hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.). Closed between exhibits. Meriam Library, first floor, at Chico State, 898-5397, www.csuchico.edu/ anthmuseum



Healing Art Gallery Housed in the halls of Enloe

Regional Cancer Center, the Healing Art Gallery features exhibits by Northern California artists whose lives have been touched by cancer. Hours: Weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 265 Cohasset Road, 332-3856

Idea Fabrication LabsA member-driven maker space

featuring an array of workspaces and state-of-the-art equipment (3-D printer, Shopbot, etc.) as well as rotating exhibits of works created in the lab. Hours vary. Call or visit web-site for more info. 603 Orange St., 592-0609, www.ideafablabs.com

James Snidle Fine Arts & Appraisals

Based in Chico and San Francisco, the James Snidle gallery houses a large collection of fine art and hosts regular exhibits highlighting contemporary artists from Chico and beyond. Snidle also offers fine-art and personal-property appraisals, plus art restoration and conserva-tion. Hours: Wednesday-Saturday,

9 a.m.-5 p.m., or by appointment. 254 E. Fourth St., 343-2930, www.jamessnidlefinearts.com

Janet Turner Print Museum In addition to housing some

3,500 prints by such artists as Goya, Rembrandt and Renoir—as well as the museum’s namesake—this print museum hosts themed showcases of its collection as well as curated exhibits of contemporary works, including the Janet Turner National Print Competition and Exhibition. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m., or by appointment. Meriam Library, first floor, at Chico State, 898-4476, www.janetturner.org

laxson Fine Arts GalleryLocated upstairs in Laxson

Auditorium, this gallery features rotating exhibits of Chico State student works. Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Laxson Auditorium, Chico State, 898-5331, www.csuchico.edu/art

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Sally Dimas Art Gallery This shop/gallery features origi-

nal paintings, art pottery, etchings and jewelry by local and regional artists. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., or by appointment. 493 East Ave., 345-3063

Satava Glass For 35 years, Satava has created

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University Art Gallery A student-centered gallery exhib-

iting local, national and interna-tional artists. 100 Trinity Hall, Chico State campus. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 898-5864, www.csuchico.edu/art/galleries/ univgallery.html

The Vagabond Rose Gallery & Framing

Marilyn Souza’s downtown gal-lery/shop features exhibits from local and regional artists. Call for hours. 236 Main St., 343-1110


The museum offers anthropol-ogy exhibitions, plus lectures and children’s programs. Chico State stu-dents design and install the exhibits. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (summer hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.). Closed between exhibits. Meriam Library, first floor, at Chico State, 898-5397, www.csuchico.edu/ anthmuseum


9 a.m.-5 p.m., or by appointment. 254 E. Fourth St., 343-2930, www.jamessnidlefinearts.com

Janet Turner Print Museum In addition to housing some

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laxson Fine Arts GalleryLocated upstairs in Laxson

Auditorium, this gallery features rotating exhibits of Chico State student works. Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Laxson Auditorium, Chico State, 898-5331, www.csuchico.edu/art

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TheaterBlue Room Theatre

This longstanding community theater in downtown Chico specializ-es in cutting-edge contemporary and classic works, with scripts ranging from the locally written to modern favorites. 139 W. First St. (upstairs), 895-3749, www.blueroomtheatre.com

Butte College Black Box Theatre

Butte College presents one drama or musical, ranging from classical to contemporary productions, each semester in its state-of-the-art Black Box Theatre. 3536 Butte Campus Drive, 895-2994, www.butte.edu/drama

California Regional Theatre A newer addition to Chico’s the-

ater scene, CRT produces large-scale musicals in CUSD’s Center for the Arts (475 East Ave.) and offers edu-cational opportunities for children regularly throughout the year. 800-722-4522, www.crtshows.com

Chico State Department of Music and Theatre

Throughout the academic year, the department presents a variety of classic, experimental and contem-porary plays in two spaces (Harlen Adams Theatre and Wismer Theatre) inside the Performing Arts Center, as well as a musical production in Laxson Auditorium each spring. Chico State campus, 898-6333, www.schoolofthearts-csuchico.com

Chico Theater Company Chico Theater Company has been

producing family-friendly musical theater productions for more than a decade. They also produce non-musical comedies and children’s the-ater shows. The theater is intimate with seating for only 200 and a great view of the stage from anywhere in the house. 166 Eaton Road, Suite F, 894-3282, www.chicotheater company.com

CUSD Center for the Arts Chico Unified School District’s

Center for the Arts at Pleasant Valley High School offers performances by local high schools as well as California Regional Theatre. 475 East Ave., 891-3272, www.cfachico.com

Slow TheatreA different kind of theater

company committed to a deliber-ate approach to producing theater. Performances—such as the annual Butcher Shop theater festival held every Labor Day Weekend in an orchard at 2500 Estes Road—are less frequent and are staged at various local venues. [email protected], www.slowtheatre.com

Concerts & moreChico State

Chico Performances presents world-class musical acts and other performers from around the globe in Laxson Auditorium, and the School of Arts hosts student- and faculty-produced exhibits, theater, jazz con-certs and the renowned North State

Symphony. Chico State campus, 898-6333, www.chicoperformances.com; www.schoolofthearts-csuchico.com

El Rey Theatre This historic venue

has housed a Vaudeville theater, an Elks Lodge and a movie theater. It is now used primarily for concerts by touring performers presented by JMax Productions. 230 W. Second St., 898-1497, www.jmaxproductions.net

The RendezvousA state-of-the art performance

space offering regular public concerts featuring national touring folk, roots and Americana acts produced by North Valley Productions. It’s also an elegant venue that’s available to rent out for weddings and other events, 3269 Esplanade Ste. 142, 864-2525, www.chicorendezvous.com

Senator Theatre The ornate Senator Theatre

not only offers some great con-certs by nationally known touring bands (produced mainly by JMax Productions), but it’s also a major landmark in Chico’s history. 517 Main St., 898-1497, www.jmax productions.net

Sierra Nevada Big Room The world-famous Sierra Nevada

Brewing Co. is also home to a famous concert venue—the Big Room. Watch for an eclectic mix of national roots, Americana, funk and folk acts—from Tommy Castro to Delhi 2 Dublin—two to three times a month in the state-of-the-art, 350-seat facility. 1075 E. 20th St., 892-4647, www.sierranevada.com/bigroom

MoviesCinemark 14

Chico’s big theater, with 14 screens showing first-run films. 801 East Ave., 879-0143, www.cinemark.com

Chico State’s Little Theatre Throughout the school year,

a wide variety of interesting U.S. and international films are offered through the University Film Series. Suggested donation: $3. Ayres 106, 898-5122, www.csuchico.edu/humanitiescenter/index.shtml

Pageant Theatre This downtown Chico landmark

presents art-house films in a casual atmosphere. Get there early for the couches in the front row, and don’t miss out on Cheap Skate Mondays: all seats just $3. 351 E. Sixth St., 343-0663, www.pageantchico.com l

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The Holiday Inn Lounge This club inside the Holiday Inn

serves food, beer, wine and cocktails and typically draws a more mature crowd than the downtown bars. 685 Manzanita Court, 345-2491

LaRocca Vineyards Organic Wine Tasting Room

The oldest and largest producer of 100 percent, USDA-certified organic wine in the North State offers its fine wine selection in a satellite tast-ing room in downtown Chico. Open Wednesday-Saturday until 8 p.m. and Sunday until 6. 222 W. Second St., 899-9463, www.laroccavineyards.com $

Monks Wine Lounge & Bistro

Known for its excellent, extensive wine list, a seasonal menu featuring locally sourced, organic ingredients and a delicious array of appetizers and tapas. 128 W. Second St., 343-3408, www.monkswinelounge.com $$

Nash’s Restaurant Fresh, creative California cuisine

with casual and fine-dining options. Breakfast weekdays, champagne brunch weekends. Lunch weekdays, dinner nightly (except Sunday). 1717 Esplanade, 896-1147, www.nashsrestaurantchico.com $$

The Pour House Delicious New American cuisine

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Out on the townArgus Bar + Patio

One of downtown Chico’s newest hotspots, Argus offers premium cock-tails and a rotating lineup of food trucks that pull up to the back patio on weekends. 212 W. Second St., www.argusbarandpatio.com

B Street Public HouseThis new downtown eatery

is owned by the same folks who brought us The Banshee. Delicious gastropub fare, along with an exten-sive list of craft brews and specialty cocktails. 117 Broadway, 899-8203, www.bstreetpub.com $$

Christian Michaels Ristorante

Featuring a California-style, Mediterranean and Italian menu, with a full bar and extensive wine list. Happy hour, 4-6 p.m. daily. Reservations recommended. 192 E.

Third St., 894-4005, www.chicochristianmichaels.com $$$

Crush Italian Cuisine & Lounge

Specializing in a combination of traditional and contemporary flavors mixed with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Known for its happy hour and patio overlooking downtown. 201 Broadway, 342-7000, www.chicocrush.com $$$

Edwards Premium Spirits This upscale bar shares an entry-

way (and owner) with Quackers. With a fireplace, fountain and pre-mium spirits, this is certainly the quieter choice. Available for private parties. 968 East Ave., 895-3825

Franky’s Locally owned for 19 years, serv-

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The Holiday Inn Lounge This club inside the Holiday Inn

serves food, beer, wine and cocktails and typically draws a more mature crowd than the downtown bars. 685 Manzanita Court, 345-2491

LaRocca Vineyards Organic Wine Tasting Room

The oldest and largest producer of 100 percent, USDA-certified organic wine in the North State offers its fine wine selection in a satellite tast-ing room in downtown Chico. Open Wednesday-Saturday until 8 p.m. and Sunday until 6. 222 W. Second St., 899-9463, www.laroccavineyards.com $

Monks Wine Lounge & Bistro

Known for its excellent, extensive wine list, a seasonal menu featuring locally sourced, organic ingredients and a delicious array of appetizers and tapas. 128 W. Second St., 343-3408, www.monkswinelounge.com $$

Nash’s Restaurant Fresh, creative California cuisine

with casual and fine-dining options. Breakfast weekdays, champagne brunch weekends. Lunch weekdays, dinner nightly (except Sunday). 1717 Esplanade, 896-1147, www.nashsrestaurantchico.com $$

The Pour House Delicious New American cuisine

served in a tasteful-yet-casual atmosphere featuring a full bar, several taps of craft beer and a big

selection of wines by the glass. 855 East Ave., 893-3000, www.chicopourhouse.com $$

Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant

Bistro fare, award-winning ales and lagers, and an excellent wine list. 1075 E. 20th St.,345-2739, www.sierranevada.com $$$

Tannins Wine Bar & BistroAn extensive wine menu is com-

plemented by a selection of moder-ately priced small plates made with locally sourced ingredients. 234 W. Third St., 636-4468 $$

Tres Hombres Long Bar & Grill

Fajitas, seafood tacos, pasta, fresh steaks and more than 120 tequilas available at the full bar. Sidewalk-café seating available. 100 Broadway, 342-0425, www.treshombresrestaurant.com $$

Wine TimeA renovated early-1900s pig barn

is the home of this wine bar serving a variety of small plates, including farm-fresh salads, flatbreads and appetizers. Reservations recom-mended. Live music on Saturdays. Closed Sunday and Monday. 26 Lost Dutchman Drive, 899-9250, www.winetimechico.com $$

Keep it casualCafé Coda

Serving beer and wine, Café Coda hosts occasional live music in the evening, and live-jazz brunches Fridays at 11 a.m. 265 Humboldt Ave., 566-9476, www.cafecoda.com

The DownLo A sports bar with pub grub and

17 televisions, The DownLo’s claim to fame is its expansive billiards room with 10 Diamond tables, darts and occasional live music and comedy shows. 319 Main St., 892-2473 $

Duffy’s Tavern A local institution, Duffy’s fea-

tures an old-school jukebox and an odd medley of wall decorations. There are regular DJs playing dance music and live traditional Irish music happy hours Fridays at 4 p.m. 337 Main St., 343-7718

The End Zone A sports bar serving up more

than a dozen appetizers, along with burgers, sandwiches, salads and weekend brunch. 250 Cohasset Road, 345-7330, $

The Graduate Try a Grad Burger, salad, steak,

or one of the 50 beers on tap at this rollicking local favorite. 344 W. Eighth St., 343-2790, www.thegraduatechico.com $$

The Handle BarOffering a German-inspired pub

menu to complement a large selec-tion of specialty craft beers. 2070 E. 20th St., 894-2337 $

Joe’s Bar Recently redone, Joe’s Bar main-

tains its down-home atmosphere in the south-campus neighborhood, with wood chips on the floor and friendly bartenders. 749 W. Fifth St., 894-3612

Third St., 894-4005, www.chico christianmichaels.com $$$

Crush Italian Cuisine & Lounge

Specializing in a combination of traditional and contemporary flavors mixed with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Known for its happy hour and patio overlooking downtown. 201 Broadway, 342-7000, www.chicocrush.com $$$

Edwards Premium Spirits This upscale bar shares an entry-

way (and owner) with Quackers. With a fireplace, fountain and pre-mium spirits, this is certainly the quieter choice. Available for private parties. 968 East Ave., 895-3825

Franky’s Locally owned for 19 years, serv-

ing pizza, Italian dishes, beer and wine. 506 Ivy St., 898-9948, www.frankyschico.com $$

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the grill, or sing the night away during karaoke. 12609 River Road, 710-2020.

Studio Inn Cocktail Lounge This bar on the north end of

town next to Priya Indian Cuisine offers occasional live music. 2582 Esplanade, 343-0662

Tackle Box Bar & Grill A south Chico hotspot featuring

exotic appetizers like frog legs and fried alligator, along with traditional breakfast, lunch and dinner options and a full bar. 379 E. Park Ave., 345-7499, www.tackleboxchico.com $

University Bar The U-Bar is a popular basement

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Maltese Bar & Tap Room This south-Chico watering hole’s

stainless-steel and wood décor gives it the look of a classic neighborhood bar. It also boasts a nice patio and regular live music. 1600 Park Ave., 343-4915

Monstros Pizza & Subs This pizza-and-subs eatery has

established itself as the go-to spot for punk-rock shows catering to punks of all ages. 628 W. Sacramento Ave., 345-7672

Oasis Bar & GrillGreat burgers, dogs and sandwiches along with six pool tables, ping-pong, shuffleboard, 15 flat-screen TVs and a full bar. 1007 W. First St. 343-4305, www.oasisbarandgrill.net

Panama Bar & Café Offering appetizers and American

pub food (including 31 burgers) along with a full bar stocked with a wide array of teas made stiff. 177 E. Second St., 895-8817, www.panamabarcafeinchico.com $

Park Avenue Bar & Grill Features half-pound, ground-

prime burgers, fresh-cut french fries and a full bar. Catering available. 2010 Park Ave., 893-3500 $

Quackers Lounge A bar with a nice dance floor

far from downtown, Quackers is full of regulars who are mostly above college-age. They have regular nights for karaoke and DJ dancing. 968 East Ave., 895-3825

Riley’s Inexpensive pub-grub eats along

with a full bar at this locally owned college hotspot. 702 W. Fifth St., 343-7459, www.rileysbar.com $

Shenanigan’s Bar & Grill North Chico’s newest sports bar,

specializing in good food, good drinks and great customer service. 3312 Esplanade, 809-1088, www.facebook.com/ShenanigansChico $$

Scotty’s Landing Off the beaten path, Scotty’s is

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Studio Inn Cocktail Lounge This bar on the north end of

town next to Priya Indian Cuisine offers occasional live music. 2582 Esplanade, 343-0662

Tackle Box Bar & Grill A south Chico hotspot featuring

exotic appetizers like frog legs and fried alligator, along with traditional breakfast, lunch and dinner options and a full bar. 379 E. Park Ave., 345-7499, www.tackleboxchico.com $

University Bar The U-Bar is a popular basement

hangout located on the corner of Wall and Second streets. It has everything

you need in a college bar—cheap pints, pool tables, an air-hockey table and an extremely loud jukebox. 191 E. Second St., 898-0630, www.facebook.com/theubar

The Winchester Goose The Winchester Goose is first and

foremost a craft beer bar. But in case you need something to wash down that IPA with, there’s an eclectic food menu, too. And mustaches. Lots of mustaches. 800 Broadway, 715-0099, www.thewinchestergoose.com

Woodstock’s Pizza Award-winning pizza, cold beer on

tap, fresh salads, appetizers, desserts and new sandwiches. Dine in, take-out and delivery. 166 E. Second St., 893-1500, www.woodstockschico.com $$

Clubbin’The Beach

The Beach features an ultra-swanky VIP area on the second floor, complete with a funky-shaped pool table, couches and specialty mar-tini menu. Downstairs, you’ll find a large dance floor and access to The University Bar and Panama Bar & Cafe. 191 E. Second St., 898-9898, www.facebook.com/thebeachchico

Crazy Horse Saloon This large bar specializes in coun-

try music. There’s occasional live music and even a mechanical bull to ride (after you sign some legal paperwork). 303 Main St., 894-5408

LaSalles LaSalles features two stages—one

next to the dance floor in the main barroom and one on the outdoor patio under the trees. Both feature DJs, touring bands and local musi-cians. This is a college-focused club, but popular drink specials and musi-cal acts attract a mixed clientele. 229 Broadway, 893-1891, www.lasallesbar.com

Lost on MainThis bar and nightclub features

some of the bigger-name, dance-friendly touring acts at its spacious downtown location. Also, they have lasers! 319 Main St., 891-1853

Peking Chinese Restaurant A Chinese restaurant by day,

Peking transforms into a full-fledged dance venue on Friday nights dur-ing the Bassmint, a weekly elec-tronica showcase. 243 W. Second St., 895-3888, www.facebook.com/bassmintchico

CasinosCasino 99

Chico’s only card room now offers blackjack, casino games and pub grub. 1414 Park Ave., 892-2282

Feather Falls Casino With gaming aplenty, this casino

frequently welcomes touring musicians and other entertainers. Eat at the cafe or buffet and stay the night at The Lodge, which has a fitness center and an indoor/outdoor swimming pool area. Check out the casino’s newest restaurant, the Feather Falls Casino Brewing Co., featuring house-brewed beers, gourmet food (including fresh sushi and sashimi) and live music. 3 Alverda Drive, Oroville, 533-3855, www.featherfallscasino.com

Gold Country Casino This casino boasts an 87-room

hotel, plenty of gaming, and an array of other entertainment options, including karaoke, bowl-ing, comedy night, live music and wide-screen TVs. The facility also has a steakhouse, buffet, café and an espresso bar. 4020 Olive Highway,

Maltese Bar & Tap Room This south-Chico watering hole’s

stainless-steel and wood décor gives it the look of a classic neighborhood bar. It also boasts a nice patio and regular live music. 1600 Park Ave., 343-4915

Monstros Pizza & Subs This pizza-and-subs eatery has

established itself as the go-to spot for punk-rock shows catering to punks of all ages. 628 W. Sacramento Ave., 345-7672

Oasis Bar & GrillGreat burgers, dogs and sandwiches along with six pool tables, ping-pong, shuffleboard, 15 flat-screen TVs and a full bar. 1007 W. First St. 343-4305, www.oasisbarandgrill.net

Panama Bar & Café Offering appetizers and American

pub food (including 31 burgers) along with a full bar stocked with a wide array of teas made stiff. 177 E. Second St., 895-8817, www.panamabarcafeinchico.com $

Park Avenue Bar & Grill Features half-pound, ground-

prime burgers, fresh-cut french fries and a full bar. Catering available. 2010 Park Ave., 893-3500 $

Quackers Lounge A bar with a nice dance floor

far from downtown, Quackers is full of regulars who are mostly above college-age. They have regular nights for karaoke and DJ dancing. 968 East Ave., 895-3825

Riley’s Inexpensive pub-grub eats along

with a full bar at this locally owned college hotspot. 702 W. Fifth St., 343-7459, www.rileysbar.com $

Shenanigan’s Bar & Grill North Chico’s newest sports bar,

specializing in good food, good drinks and great customer service. 3312 Esplanade, 809-1088, www.facebook.com/ShenanigansChico $$

Scotty’s Landing Off the beaten path, Scotty’s is

where river rats go to drink a cold one and munch on something from


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Other hotspotsAMF Orchard Lanes

More than a bowling alley, this entertainment center serves beer and has an arcade, a snack bar, pro shop and plenty of fun. 2397 Esplanade, 895-3257, www.amf.com/orchardlanes

Chico State The campus offers several places

to catch a band, or even a symphony, to liven up your evening. Laxson Auditorium hosts world-class musi-cal acts and other performers from around the globe, thanks to the most prestigious promoter in town, Chico Performances. 400 W. First St., 898-4636, www.chicoperformances.com

El Rey Theatre This historic venue has housed

a Vaudeville theater, an Elks Lodge and a movie theater. It is now used primarily for national touring performers. 230 W. Second St., 342-2727, www.jmaxproductions.net

The RendezvousAn elegant venue that’s also

available to rent out for weddings and other events, The Rendezvous offers regular concerts open to the public. 3269 Esplanade Ste. 142, 864-2525, www.chicorendezvous.com

Senator Theatre The ornate Senator Theatre

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Boba TeaLiciousServing refreshing tapioca-pearl tea

drinks in a variety of flavors, as well assmoothies, slushies and fusion teas. Seatingavailable for enjoying ramen and othersnacks. 225 Main St. Ste. M (inside theGarden Walk Mall), 966-2077 $

Broadway Market & Deli Serving Chinese food with lunch, dinner

and vegetarian specials available, along withan assortment of “bubble teas.” Eat in ortake out. 128 Broadway, 899-8368,www.broadwaymarketanddeli.com $

Chada Thai Cuisine Serving authentic Thai dishes, including

a vegetarian menu. Lunch, Monday-Thursday;dinner, Monday-Saturday. 117 W. Second St., 342-7121 $$

Chan Pheng’s Mandarin Cuisine Serving Mandarin, Hunan and Szechuan

cuisine. Delivery available. 1140 Mangrove Ave., 894-6888 $

Cocodine Thai Cuisine Specializing in flavorful and healthy

authentic central and northeastern (Issan)Thai cuisine. 2485 Notre Dame Blvd., Ste. 250, 891-1800 $$

Egg Roll King Chinese-style fast food; drive-through

window and indoor seating available. 659 Palmetto Ave., 893-1838 $

Enjoy Teriyaki Delicious Korean specialties, including

bibimbab and cellophane noodles. Also serv-ing potstickers, tempura and teriyaki combosfor dining in or taking out. Beer and sakeserved, open late on weekends. 450 Broadway, 899-9344 $

Everyday Vietnamese CuisineVietnamese food, including a variety of

pho, coffee and tea. Open daily, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 951 Nord Ave., Ste. A, 893-2888 $

Gen Kai Japanese Cuisine &Sushi Bar

Try traditional Japanese dishes or thesushi bar at this longtime Chico favorite. 605 Mangrove Ave., 345-7226,www.genkaichico.net $$

Ginger’s Chinese Restaurant Specializing in Szechuan, Mandarin and

Hunan cuisine. 2201 Pillsbury Road, 345-8862 $$

Happy Garden This family-run restaurant specializes in

delicious, healthy Chinese cuisine served ingenerous portions in a nice atmosphere.Dine-in or take-out available. 180 CohassetRoad, 893-2574 or 893-5068 $

House of Bamboo Vibrant Southeast Asian dishes made

with locally sourced ingredients. 163 E.Second St., 893-8811, www.chicohb.com $$

Hula’s Chinese Bar-B-Q All-you-can-eat Mongolian barbecue with

fresh vegetables, noodles, meats and sauces.Beer and wine available. 2540 Esplanade,342-8564; 1937 E. 20th St., 342-6304,www.hulasbbq.com $$

Izakaya Ichiban A sister restaurant to Big Tuna Sushi

Bistro, serving Japanese tapas and traditionalJapanese cuisine. 2000 Notre Dame Blvd.,342-8500 $$

Japanese Blossoms Offering authentic Japanese food and a

sushi bar. 2995 Esplanade, 891-9022 $$

Kwando Restaurant Featuring a hibachi grill and Chinese buf-

fet featuring a huge sushi bar, salad bar,carving bar, oysters, shrimp, dim sum, soup,fish, desserts and appetizers. 740 MangroveAve., 343-6788 $$

The LanternBrand new Vietnamese restaurant smack

in the middle of college town. 640 W. FifthSt., 343-1771 $

Mekkala Thai Cuisine A family-owned and -operated Thai

restaurant offering an elevated but casual din-ing experience. Lunch specials and take-outavailable. 1196 E. Lassen Ave., 636-4620 $

Noodle House Delicious Vietnamese and Asian-fusion

cuisine including soups, bowls and wraps.605 Mangrove Ave., 345-2022, www.noodlehousechico.com $

Ojiya Japanese Steakhouse &Sushi Bar

Sit around the hibachi and watch thechefs grill steaks, seafood and vegetarianfare. There’s a sushi bar, too. 2477 ForestAve., 899-1199 $$$

Panda Express Serving up traditional Chinese favorites

and other creations—fast. Drive-throughavailable. 2443 Cohasset Road, 345-7389 $

Peking Chinese Restaurant San Francisco chef Ken Zeng presents

lunch and dinner specials in a unique atmos-phere. Closed Sunday. 243 W. Second St.,895-3888 $$

Peter Chu’s Mandarin Cuisine Tasty Chinese food at reasonable prices.

2424 Cohasset Road, 894-8276, www.peterchu-chico.com $$

Pho C & C A variety of Vietnamese cuisine, includ-

ing soups, rolls, noodles and traditionalgrilled or barbecued meats. 3211 CohassetRoad, 892-1415 $$

Rawbar Restaurant & Sushi Bar Downtown’s fab sushi bar and Asian grill

offering a full bar, happy hour, affordablelunches. Reservations accepted. 346 Broadway,897-0626, www.rawbarchico.com $$

Rice Bowl A sit-down restaurant serving Chinese

and Japanese cuisine, including a sushi bar,beer and wine. 2804 Esplanade, 899-9098 $$

Rice WokAsian food served in generous portions

quickly. Dine in or take-out. Online orderingavailable. Closed Sunday. 1354 East Ave.,892-8369, www.ricewokchico.com $$

Sophia’s Authentic Thai Cuisine Authentic and delicious Thai food at rea-

sonable prices. 305 Nord Ave., 342-8842 $$

Sushi King & Boba Tea Zone Home of the sushi burrito. Also serving

traditional sushi, boba tea and slushies.Drive-through available. 2190 Esplanade,892-8688 $

Teriyaki House A Japanese fast-food restaurant specializ-

ing in teriyaki. Now with three locations inChico. 236 W. East Ave., 894-6127; 2454Notre Dame Blvd., 343-3744, www.teriyakihousechico.com $

Thai Basil All dishes made with fresh vegetables

and choice of meat (or vegetarian) and spicelevel. Lunch, Monday-Friday; dinner,Thursday-Saturday. Closed Sunday. 121 Broadway, 343-6843 $$

Tong Fong Low Offering authentic Chinese cuisine that

locals can’t stop raving about. 2072 E. 20thSt., 898-1388, www.tongfonglow.com $$

Tony’s Chinese Restaurant Chinese food for dining in or take-out.

Order online for delivery! 951 Nord Ave., 893-8888, www.tonyschinese.com $

Windy’s Chinese Restaurant Serving a variety of Asian favorites, beer

and wine. 1000 W. Sacramento Ave., 343-1788 $

Wok ‘n’ RollServing popular Chinese entrees and the

only Hawaiian barbecue in town. Fast anddelicious combos to keep your wallet andbelly full. Sushi rolls starting at less than $5.1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 892-1868, $

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AsianAonami Sustainable Sushi

Asian fusion and Japanese cuisine mademostly from North State ingredients andserved in a sleek, modern atmosphere. As thename implies, the fish is sustainable (noth-ing on the “red” list!). Lots of veganoptions, too. 1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 924-3168 $

Big Tuna Sushi Bistro A cozy restaurant featuring traditional

Japanese sushi, plus a variety of appetizers.1722 Mangrove Ave., 345-4571 $$

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Despite its relatively small size, Chico offers asurprisingly large number of options for the

hungry restaurant-goer. From mobile food carts tothe full fine-dining experience, locals and visitorscan get a taste of just about anything they desirehere. Options range from names you know to local-ly owned and run restaurants serving an eclecticmix of international, American and fusion cuisines.Considering the rich agricultural area surroundingChico, many local eateries choose to source theirfruits and veggies—and meats, cheeses and otheredibles—as close to home as possible. Whateveryou’re craving, Chico’s got you covered.

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Breakfast NooksBeatniks Coffee House &Breakfast Joint

Serving breakfast every day—with anassortment of Benedicts, omelets, scrambles,and excellent huevos rancheros—and a week-day lunch menu of salads, sandwiches anddaily specials. 1387 E. Eighth St., 894-2800,www.chicobeatniks.com $

Breakfast Buzz Breakfast burritos, omelets, French toast

and more in a college atmosphere. 208 CedarSt., 343-3444, www.breakfastbuzzchico.com $

Brooklyn Bridge Bagel Works Offering 25 types of New York-style

bagels and 11 flavors of cream cheese, as wellas deli sandwiches, smoothies and espresso. 117 W. Second St., 345-3443, www.brooklynbridgebagel.com $

Café Coda Serving breakfast including scrambles,

omelets, burritos and more; lunch servedweekdays. 265 Humboldt Ave., 566-9476,www.cafecoda.com $$

Country Waffles Specializing in waffles. Breakfast and

lunch daily. 690 Rio Lindo Ave., 345-1149;2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 345-9905 $$

Italian CottageServing delicious omelets since 1970.

Also: eggs Benedict, cottage potatoes, fresh-cooked spinach, French toast, homemade bis-cuits and gravy, Belgian waffles, blueberrypancakes and hash browns. 2234 Esplanade,343-7000; 2525 Dominic Drive, 342-7771,www.theitaliancottage.com $$

Mom’s Breakfast offerings include crepes, pan-

cakes, omelets and scrambles. Lunch featuresburgers, sandwiches, wraps and salads, aswell as homemade tomato-basil soup. Nowopen for dinner Wednesday-Saturday. 209 Salem St., 893-3447, www.momschico.com $

Morning Thunder Café Chico’s popular breakfast (and lunch)

café at the foot of Bidwell Park. 352 Vallombrosa Ave., 342-9717 $$

Nash’s 7th Avenue OmeletteHouse

Unique omelet selections made with freshand local ingredients, as well as traditionalbreakfast fare. 1717 Esplanade, 896-1147, www.nashsrestaurantchico.com $$

The Roost CaféSpecialties include eggs Benedict, corned

beef hash and roost burgers. Full espressobar. Real food, real butter and real goodhome cooking. Where the locals go! Opendaily 6 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Serving breakfast allday and lunch at 11 a.m. 1144 Park Ave.,892-1281 $$

Sin of Cortez Enjoy specialty coffees or teas at one of

Chico’s favorite breakfast and lunch places.2290 Esplanade, 879-9200,www.sinofcortez.com $$

Burgers, Delis& Dogs

Applebee’s Grill & Bar Famous for barbecue riblets, grilled

steaks and Oriental chicken salad. 2030 Business Lane, 343-6888, www.applebees.com $$

The Banshee Serving up burgers and a variety of other

pub eats, along with an extensive menu of

draft and bottled beers. 132 W. Second St.,895-9670, www.bansheechico.com $$

Beach Hut Deli A variety of specialty sandwiches served

up in a casual, beach-themed atmosphere.146 W. Second St., 893-0633, www.beachhutdeli.com. $

Big Al’s Drive In Milkshakes are a triple-thick treat at this

longtime Chico favorite. 1844 Esplanade, 342-2722 $

Big Chico Burger A casual restaurant serving fresh chuck

patties, hot dogs, sandwiches and salads. 1550East Ave., 891-6100, bigchicoburger.info $

Burger Hut A “Best of Chico” living legend with a

“Build Your Own Burger” bar. 3211 CohassetRoad, 342-4555; 2451 Forest Ave., 891-1430, www.burgerhut.com $

Burgers & Brew Grass-fed beef burgers and world-class

brews in a modern downtown setting. 201 Broadway, 879-9100, www.burgersbrew.com $$

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The Cafe Restaurant You’ll find quality service and the fresh-

est ingredients, including USDA Choice beef.Great burgers and a build-your-own-omeletbar. 4020 Olive Highway (inside Gold CountryCasino), 800-334-9400, www.goldcountrycasino.com $$

The Cheesesteak Shop Philly-style cheesesteak sandwiches made

with rib-eye steak. Chicken options, too. 995 Nord Ave., 345-2565, www.cheesesteakshop.com $

Chico Locker & Sausage Co. Check out this full deli with a variety of

sandwiches and salads, and pick up some tra-ditional handmade sausage and specialtymeats. 196 E. 14th St., 343-7370, www.chicolockersausage.com $

Chili’s Grill & BarEverything from steaks and margaritas to

baby-back ribs. 1908 E. 20th St., 345-1687,www.chilis.com $$

The Dog House Serving charcoal-grilled gourmet hot dogs

and sausages, as well as burgers and sand-wiches. Indoor seating at East Avenue loca-tion. 1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 894-3641;1354 East Ave., 894-2242, www.chicodoghouse.com $

EJ’s Dogs & Subs A wide assortment of hot dogs and deli

sandwiches. 672 Mangrove Ave., 342-3456 $

Fast Eddie’s Featuring tri-tip and pulled-pork sand-

wiches in addition to a large menu of special-ty sandwiches, all made on local bread. 788 East Ave., 342-8555, www.fasteddieschico.com $

Jersey Mike’s SubsAn impressive menu of sub sandwiches,

wraps and salads. 605 Mangrove Ave., 891-0117, www.jerseymikes.com $

Kathy’s DeliDelicious Philly cheesesteak and hot pas-

trami sandwiches, along with a mixture ofAmerican, Asian and Mediterranean dishes allwith Southeast Asian flair. Serving pho,hand-rolled noodles and egg rolls daily. 671 Walnut St., 343-5925 $

Kinder’s Custom Meats & Deli Try the marinated ball-tip steak sand-

wich, a Kinder’s specialty. Catering available.221 Normal Ave., 342-3354, www.kindersbbq.com $$

Kona’s Hot and cold fresh-made sandwiches,

homemade soups and cookies. Also offering3- to 6-foot party subs for any occasion. 138 Main St., 893-4344; 965 Nord Ave., 894-1635 $

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sandwiches, like the Reuben or meatball, orfrom their selection of fresh salads. Cateringavailable. 215 W. First St., 892-1329,www.marcellisandwiches.com $

Nobby’s Their motto is, “Nobody does burgers bet-

ter than Nobby’s.” Enough said. Wait—askthem about their famous “cheese skirt.”Closed Sunday and Monday. 1444 Park Ave.,342-2285 $

Port of Subs Sliced fresh sandwiches! 2036 Forest Ave.

(inside the Shell station), 895-1780 $

S & S Barbeque & Deli Barbecue lunch and dinner items to go or

eat there at the picnic tables. 1924 MangroveAve., 343-4930, www.ssproduce.net $$

Scotty’s Landing Try a River Burger, fresh fish and chips

or a homemade soup and salad on Scotty’sdeck overlooking the Sacramento River.12609 River Road, 710-2020 $$

Smokin’ Mo’s BBQA small California chain specializing in

barbecue beef, pork, chicken and turkey. 131 Broadway, 891-6677, www.smokinmosbbq.com $$

Spiteri’s Delicatessen A longtime Chico fave, Spiteri’s serves all

your favorite sandwiches, along with dailyspecialty salads and beer and wine. ClosedSunday. 971 East Ave., 891-4797, www.spiterisdeli.com $$

SubStation Deli Enjoy the best sub in Chico made with

fresh-baked rolls. Also serving fresh soup,chili and salads. 2404 Park Ave., 343-9178, www.substationchico.com $

Subway “Eat fresh!” 1000 W. Sacramento Ave.,

342-9777; 2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 893-4782;1947 E. 20th St., 343-5803; 1398 East Ave.,894-8757; 240 W. East Ave., 894-6779; 722 Mangrove Ave., 891-1400; 2044 Forest Ave. (inside Walmart), 879-1725,www.subway.com $

That’s a WrapA casual sandwich shop serving up amaz-

ing traditional and creative hot and coldsandwiches, wraps, soups and salads madewith quality meats, cheeses and fresh pro-duce. Catering, too. Open daily. 2471 Cohasset Road Ste. 120, 891-9500 $

Togo’s Sandwiches, soups and salads. Catering,

too. 241 W. East Ave., 891-1131; 2009 ForestAve., 345-7331, www.togos.com $

Wingstop Wingstop has taken chicken wings to a

whole new level by saucing and tossing themin a choice of 10 mouthwatering flavors. Notfast food—these wings are made with careand served up piping hot. 734 MangroveAve., 332-9464 $

Zot’s Hot Dogs Steamed hot dogs, deli sandwiches, salad

bar and house-made soups. 225 Main St.(inside Garden Walk Mall), 345-2820 $

Cafes & Bistros100th Monkey Community Café

Serving espresso, breakfast burritos, subsandwiches, salads and sweets. Also featuresa juice bar. Unique pay-as-you-can model.642 W. Fifth St., 343-0704 $

B Street Public HouseThis new downtown eatery is owned by

the same folks who brought us The Banshee.Delicious gastropub fare, along with anextensive list of craft brews and specialtycocktails. 117 Broadway, 899-8203,www.bstreetpub.com $$

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Bellachino’s Espresso & PaniniCafé

Espresso and coffee, breakfast and lunchwraps and sandwiches, soups, gourmet saladsand pastries. Garden patio, on-site bakeryand catering. 800 Bruce Road, 892-2244 $$

Bidwell Perk Serving coffee, tea and delectables in a

café-style setting. 664 E. First Ave., 899-1500, www.bidwellperk.com $

Cabana Café Inside In Motion Fitness, Cabana Café

offers delicious paninis, wraps and grilleddishes, as well as a large salad bar andfrozen-yogurt bar. 1293 E. First Ave., 893-2233 $

Cal Java Coffee Roasters Serving pastries, teas and espresso

drinks. Multiple locations, www.caljavacoffee.com $

Chico Coffee Co. Chico’s newest coffee shop, conveniently

located near the DMV. Serving breakfast andlunch. 107 Parmac Road, 592-3193 $

The Coffee CornerCoffee, tea and pastries. 206 Walnut St.,

Ste. A, 809-2157 $

Coffee RanchFeaturing Pablo’s Coffee, finely crafted

espresso drinks, tea, fresh baked goods andprotein smoothies. Outside patio seating.Open daily. 1288 E. First Ave., Ste. 100, 809-9338, www.coffeeranchchico.com $

Dutch Bros. Coffee A drive-through featuring mochas, lattes,

smoothies, the “Dutch Freeze” and variousbaked treats. Multiple locations, www.dutchbros.com $

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for handcrafted, organic specialty coffee andtea. 434 Orange St., 899-8267, www.empirecoffeechico.com $

Fresh Twisted CaféAlso known as Hernandez Farms, Fresh

Twisted Café offers the same fresh juices andnondairy smoothies locals have come to love.Also serving up sandwiches and organic beefburgers. 156 Eaton Road, 809-2489 $

Great State Coffee Co.Great State Coffee Co. sources the world’s

finest coffees and roasts them to perfectionin small batches. Café open weekdays, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. 3881 Benatar Way Ste. C, 566-4008 $

Has Beans Creekside Cozy Internet café, coffee roastery and

bakery serving specialty coffees and teas.Large patio with outdoor seating. Deliveryavailable. 1080 Humboldt Ave., 345-6379 $

Has Beans Internet Café &Galleria

Offering fresh-roasted coffees, a largevariety of teas, fresh-baked pastries, candyand more. Also offering Internet access andan art gallery. Delivery available. 501 MainSt., 894-3033 $

It’s a Grind Coffee House An Internet café with espresso, coffee,

iced drinks, teas and more. 6 W. Eaton Road,332-9250, www.facebook.com/itsagrindchico $

Java DetourA drive-through offering espresso, coffee

drinks, smoothies and Italian sodas. 1055 Mangrove Ave., 893-2828; 2519 Esplanade, 566-9556 $

Midtown LocalCelebrating Chico culture with coffee,

beer, wine and casual fare. Serving breakfast

and lunch daily. 365 E. Sixth St., 966-0054, www.facebook.com/midtownlocal $

Mondo’s Café Gourmet espresso and coffee, fresh pas-

tries and bagels. 995 Nord Ave., 895-0878 $$

Naked Lounge Tea &Coffeehouse

Searving mouthwatering mochas, cappuc-cinos and fresh-brewed coffees along withpremium loose-leaf teas and gluten-freetreats. 118 W. Second St., 895-0676 $

The Oven Marketplace & CaféA new bakery on the south side of town,

the Oven serves up fresh baked goods in themornings and custom-made sandwiches forlunch. Also a variety of coffee drinks. TheOven is also home to Chico Baking Co., whichserves vegan and gluten-free items. 2560 Dominic Drive, 809-1021 $

Peet’s Coffee & Tea Coffee, tea, pastries and candy. 145 Main

St., 894-6716, www.peets.com $

Starbucks Serving coffee, espresso and pastries at a

corner near you. Multiple locations,www.starbucks.com $

Tin Roof Bakery & Café Long known for its hand-crafted breads,

Tin Roof has expanded into a café servingupscale pastries, artisan sandwiches, health-ful salads and fine coffees at its SOPO (southof the post office) location. 627 Broadway,892-2893 $

Upper Crust Bakery & Eatery Serving fine pastries, specialty cakes and

pies from scratch, as well as lunch entrees,house-made soups, espresso and teas. Urbanpatio seating available. 130 Main St., 895-3866, www.uppercrustchico.com $

Eclectic EatsBacio Catering & Carry Out

A popular south Chico eatery that turnsout an array of healthful, seasonal, local anddelicious food. Take home or eat on thepremises. 1903 Park Ave., 345-7787,www.baciocatering.com $

Broadway Heights CaliforniaCuisine

Enjoy house-baked focaccia sandwiches,homemade soups, specialty salads, appetiz-ers, gourmet pizzas, dinner entrées andecclectic beers from around the world, allwith a bird’s-eye-view of downtown Chico.300 Broadway, 899-8075, www.broadwayheightschico.com $$

Gogi’s Café Indian-Pakistani appetizers, entrées,

desserts and specialty drinks served in a cafésetting near Chico State. 230 Salem St., 891-3570, www.gogiscafe.webs.com $

Great Harvest Bread Co. Serving fresh-baked breads and pastries

as well as sandwiches, panini, salads andsoup. Closed Sunday. Multiple locations,www.greatharvestchico.com $$

The Kitchen Table Offering dinner options focusing on local,

seasonal produce and sustainable meats andseafood. 1250 East Ave., 592-3480 $$

Outback Steakhouse Serving fresh steaks, seafood and chicken

in an Australian-themed setting. 1990 E.20th St., 899-8112, www.outback.com $$

Pelican’s Roost Chowder HouseServing clam chowder and a wide variety

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of seafood and seasonal specials at affordableprices. 1354 East Ave., 899-2762 $$

The Pita Pit From falafel to Philly cheesesteak, they

roll pitas with your choice of meats, freshveggies, cheeses and sauces. 240 Broadway,899-2847, www.pitapitusa.com $

Pluto’s Part of a small, San Francisco-based

chain, this popular downtown dining spotfeatures fresh, build-your-own salads andsandwiches, as well as yummy sides anddesserts. 201 Main St., 343-0165, www.plutosfreshfood.com $

The Pour House Delicious New American cuisine served in

a tasteful-yet-casual atmosphere. 855 EastAve., 893-3000, www.chicopourhouse.com $$

Priya Indian Cuisine Specializing in northern and southern

Indian cuisine, served in a comfortable set-ting. Try the lunch buffet. 2574 Esplanade,899-1055 $$

Red Lobster Fresh fish, steak, pasta and seafood in a

family environment. 2010 Business Lane,893-5595, www.redlobster.com $$$

Roots Catering & RestaurantSpecializing in globally influenced

entrées and fresh, handmade gluten-free andvegan selections for breakfast and lunch.Closed Saturdays. 3221 Esplanade, 891-4500,www.rootscatering.com $$

Sipho’s Restaurant & CaféFresh, spicy, healthy Jamaican fare

served at a groovy eatery on the edge oftown. Patio dining available. 1228 DaytonRoad, 895-1866, www.siphosjamaica.com $$

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Sultan’s Bistro Offering gyros/pita wraps, shish kebab,

falafel, hummus, baba ghanouj, Greek saladsand appetizers, burgers and home fries, alongwith a large vegetarian selection. 300 Broadway, 345-7455 $$

T. Tea Bar & Fusion Café A selection of more than 40 teas and

fusion favorites including rice and saladbowls, wraps and sides. 250 Vallombrosa Ave.,895-8100; and 555 Flying V St. Ste. 1, 809-1545, www.tbarchico.com $

Wild Oak Cafe Offering fresh and local food. Homemade

soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, raw juicebar, coffee and much more. Menu featuresgluten-free, vegan and paleo options. 196Cohasset Road, Ste. 150 (in the Garden Villacomplex), 343-4876, www.facebook.com/wildoakcafe $$

Fine Dining5th Street Steakhouse

A full-service steakhouse featuring USDAprime beef, fresh seafood, house-madedesserts and an extensive wine list.Reservations not accepted Friday or Saturday.345 W. Fifth St., 891-6328, www.5thstreetsteakhouse.com $$$

Basque Norte Family-owned since 1975, Basque Norte

offers steak, lamb, chicken, quail, barbecuedribs and seafood served family-style in a rus-tic Basque atmosphere. 3355 Esplanade, 891-5204, www.basquenorte.com $$$

Christian Michaels Ristorante Featuring a California-style,

Mediterranean and Italian menu, with a fullbar and extensive wine list. Happy hour, 4-6 p.m. daily. Reservations recommended.192 E. Third St., 894-4005, www.chicochristianmichaels.com $$$

Leon Bistro Freshly prepared California bistro cuisine

made from locally sourced and organic ingre-dients. Menu items include steaks, fish, poul-try and vegetarian options. Closed Mondayand Tuesday. 817 Main St., 899-1105,www.leonbistro.com $$$

Nash’s Restaurant Fresh, creative, California cuisine with

casual and fine-dining options. Breakfastweekdays, brunch weekends. Lunch week-days, dinner nightly (except Sunday). 1717 Esplanade, 896-1147, www.nashsrestaurantchico.com $$

Red Tavern Offering delicious and innovative dishes

based on influences from all over the world.

Only the freshest, locally grown, seasonal,organic produce and meats. Full bar, includ-ing an extensive wine list, craft beer and cre-ative, signature cocktails. Relaxing outdoorpatio, with a bocce court, all-night happyhour on Tuesdays and live music April-October. 1250 Esplanade, 894-3463, www.redtavern.com $$$

Sicilian CaféA Chico favorite offering a variety of

antipasti, seafood, pastas, chicken, veal andbeef, decadent desserts and an extensivewine list. 1020 Main St., 345-2233,www.siciliancafe.com $$$

Sierra Nevada Taproom &Restaurant

Bistro fare, award-winning ales andlagers, and an excellent wine list. 1075 E. 20th St., 345-2739, www.sierranevada.com $$$

Spice Creek Café An exotic food mecca offering fresh

seafood, steak, breads, fresh desserts and anextensive wine list. 230 W. Third St., 891-9951, www.spicecreekcafe.com $$$

The Steak HouseFine dining in a sleek, elegant atmos-

phere. You can expect the most tender cutsof steaks cooked to perfection, luscious lob-ster and gigantic prawns. Full bar and finewines. 4020 Olive Highway (inside GoldCountry Casino), 800-334-9400, www.goldcountrycasino.com $$$

HomestyleAngie’s Bar and Grill

Inside Casino 99, Angie’s serves break-fast, lunch and dinner 24 hours a day. 175 E. 20th St., 592-2282 $

The Bountiful BuffetServing a delectable selection of gour-

met, specialty and home-style cuisine. Selectfrom Asian, Italian and Mexican, prime rib,seafood, soups and salad bar. 4020 OliveHighway (inside Gold Country Casino), 800-334-9400, www.goldcountrycasino.com $

CJ’s Last Chance Diner Come in for some of the best smoked

barbecue in town and burgers made freshevery day. Pure taste-bud-satisfying deli-ciousness. 13670 Anderson Brothers Drive,343-1901 $

Country Morning Bakery & Café Cozy breakfast and lunch restaurant fea-

turing delicious house-baked breads, pies,muffins and cinnamon rolls. Closed Sundayand Monday. 2625 Aztec Drive, 899-0527 $

Cozy Diner Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner

every day. Cozy Diner favorites: crepes, Cobb

salad, prime-rib burger, broasted chicken,steak, espresso, beer and wine. 1695 Mangrove Ave., 895-1195, www.cozydinerchico.com $

Denny’s Straightforward meals served in a family

atmosphere. 675 Manzanita Court, 345-1146,www.dennys.com $

Hometown Buffet An all-you-can-eat buffet serving an

array of food choices, such as steak, seafood,veggie dishes and a salad bar. 2021 Dr.Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, 899-1507,www.hometownbuffet.com $$

International House ofPancakes

Breakfast served all day, plus lunch anddinner featuring sandwiches and burgers.2040 Business Lane, 893-4988,www.ihop.com $

Jack’s Family Restaurant Diner-style food at reasonable prices in a

family atmosphere. 540 Main St., 343-8383 $

Kalico Kitchen Try Kalico’s breakfast skillets and break-

fast burritos in the morning, club sandwichesand crispy chicken salad for lunch, andchicken-fried steak and house-made meatloaffor dinner. 2396 Esplanade, 343-3968,www.kalicokitchenchico.com $$

Logan’s Roadhouse From the rustic atmosphere, country

music and all the sports you can watch onthe many flat-screen TVs, Logan’s is the placeto be. 1900 E. 20th St., 891-1098,www.logansroadhouse.com $$

Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen shows off its

New Orleans heritage with authentic spicychicken, chicken tenders, seafood and signa-ture sides like red beans and rice. 1161 Mangrove Ave., 332-9322 $

Russell’s Family Restaurant Featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner

specials, beer and wine. 185 Cohasset Road,343-5543 $$

ItalianCalifornia Pasta Productions

Serving Italian lunches and dinners, suchas pasta, seafood, chicken, soups and salads.118 W. East Ave., 343-6999, www.calpastachico.com $$

Crush Italian Cuisine & Lounge Specializing in a combination of tradi-

tional and contemporary flavors mixed withfresh, local and seasonal ingredients. 201 Broadway, 342-7000, www.chicocrush.com $$$

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Forcella Italian BistroChico’s newest eatery, Forcella offers

scratch-made pastas and Italian entrees. 1600 Mangrove Ave., 809-1530, www.forcellabistro.com $$

Franky’s Locally owned for more than 20 years,

serving pizza, Italian dishes, beer and wine.Delivery through Entree Express. 506 Ivy St.,898-9948, www.frankyschico.com $$

Italian Cottage Restaurant Family-owned and -operated since 1965,

serving local favorites: sandwiches, pizza,pasta, salads and breakfast. 2234 Esplanade,343-7000; 2525 Dominic Drive, 342-7771,www.theitaliancottage.com $$

Olive Garden Serving pasta and other Italian special-

ties, including drinks. 2020 Business Lane,898-8075, www.olivegarden.com $$

Panighetti’s Eatery Offering big portions of moderately

priced Italian food. Recently relocated downThe Esplanade, between Eighth and Ninthavenues. 1851 Esplanade, 809-1640,www.panighettis.com $$

Pete’s Restaurant & Brewhouse Serving the same gourmet pizza, pastas

and salads made popular by Original Pete’s in

Sacramento. 2495 Carmichael Drive, 891-0611, www.originalpetes.net $$

MexicanAca Taco

Authentic Acapulco-style food, includingtacos, burritos and house-made enchiladas.133 Broadway, 894-0191; 1000-D W. Sacramento Ave., 343-0909,www.acataco.com $

Amigos De Acapulco Mexican favorites include their special

enchiladas and chile rellenos. 820 OrovilleAve., 898-8488 $

Aztlan Mexican FoodKnown for its authentic tortas and other

delicious Mexican dishes. 1645 Park Ave., 487-7062 $

Bulldog TaqueriaBulldog Taqueria now has a second restau-

rant in Chico, with both featuring an array ofauthentic, made-from-scratch Mexican dishes,such as burritos, tacos, birria and chili verde.A great salsa bar, aguas frescas and large flat-screen TVs. Serving breakfast, lunch and din-ner, open late on weekends. 995 Nord Ave.,592-3605; 119 W. Second St., 895-8226,www.bulldogtaqueria.com $

Burrito Bandito Serving steak, pork and chicken burritos,

quesadillas and tacos. 2485 Notre DameBlvd., 342-2584, www.juanmeanburrito.com $

Casa Ramos Specializing in borrego (lamb shank) and

fresh fajitas: steak, chicken and shrimp. 216 W. East Ave., 894-0119; 2490 Fair St.,893-5050, www.casaramos.net $$

Chipotle Mexican Grill Fast, made-to-order gourmet burritos and

tacos with “endless” combinations of fillings.620 Mangrove Ave., 343-8707; 1950 E. 20thSt., 343-0706, www.chipotle.com $

El Patron Taqueria Authentic Mexican food served in a casu-

al atmosphere. 1354 East Ave., 343-9779 $

El Rey Mexican Grill Featuring traditional Mexican food.

Specialties are the flavorful molcajete,Sonoran hot dog and breakfast burritosserved all day. 465 E. 20th St. Ste. 60, 342-4121 $

Gordo Burrito Giant tacos, burritos and other authentic

Mexican food served up quickly. ClosedSundays. 1295 E. Eighth St., 809-1211 $

La Cocina Economica A local favorite offering affordable and

authentic Mexican breakfast, lunch and din-ner, conveniently located in downtown Chico.905 Wall St., 809-0370 $

La Comida Mexican-style food served fast in a

friendly atmosphere. 954 Mangrove Ave.,345-2254, www.lacomidarestaurants.com $

La Familia Restaurant Serving a variety of Mexican food, such

as fajitas, carnitas and burritos. 1008 W.Sacramento Ave., 898-9029, www.lafamiliachico.com $

La Hacienda Traditional and contemporary Mexican

cuisine. 2635 Esplanade, 893-8270,www.lahacienda-chico.com $$

Mariscos la Costa MexicanSeafood Grill

Seafood, Mexican-style, from shrimp andlobster to halibut and octopus. 1141 ForestAve., 342-3627 $$

Ricardo’s Mexican Cocina Specializing in fresh, delicious Mexican

food, prepared from scratch and served in acozy atmosphere. 2365 Esplanade, 895-9607,www.ricardoschico.com $$

Serrano’s Mexican Grill Customize-’em-yourself, authentic-style

burritos made with fresh ingredients. Located

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Sol Mexican Grill Tacos, burritos, tostada salads, chili rel-

lenos, tortas, enchiladas, chimichangas andchurros, as well as beer, wine and margaritas. 3269 Esplanade, 342-4616, www.solmexican-grill.com $

Speedy Burrito Mexican Grill Great-tasting, healthfully prepared

Mexican cooking. Delivery available. 1031 Nord Ave., 896-0141, www.chicospeedyburrito.com $

Tacos Cortés Inexpensive, authentic and generous

amounts of Mexican food. Walk-up windowand outdoor seating available. 1530 ParkAve., 342-3797 $

Tacos Mary Home of the famous taquito burrito.

429 Ivy St., 892-8176 $

Tacos Tijuana Serving tacos, combination plates and

breakfast burritos along with birria, posoleand menudo on weekends. Try their delicioushomemade flan for dessert. 1441 Park Ave.,343-6762 $

Tacos Tonaya Offering tacos, burritos, nachos, enchi-

ladas, sopes and more. 244 Walnut St., 893-8972 $

Tacos Villa Acapulco An authentic taste of Mexico, serving

traditional tacos, burritos and special com-bos. 1141 Forest Ave., 892-2858 $

Taqueria Los Amigos Delicious family-style Mexican food on

the way to Hamilton City. Closed Sundays.3524 Highway 32, 342-9113 $

Tortilla Flats A Mexican restaurant with a patio, full

bar and banquet room. 2601 Esplanade, 345-6053 $

Tres Hombres Long Bar & Grill Fajitas, seafood tacos, pasta, fresh steaks

and more than 120 tequilas available at thefull bar. Sidewalk-café seating available. 100 Broadway, 342-0425 $$

PizzaBidwell Park Pizza

With pizzas named after local landmarks,how can you go wrong? Also serving up sal-ads, pasta, sandwiches and calzones. 800 Bruce Road Ste. 100, 894-0400, www.bidwellparkpizza.com $

Celestino’s New York Pizza Award-winning New York-style pizza

available by the slice or as a full pie, alongwith fresh salads, hot sandwiches, lasagna,calzones and more. 101 Salem St., 896-1234,www.celestinospizza.com $$

Celestino’s New York Pizza &Pasta

Serving up the same delicious pies alongwith pastas on the north end of town. 1354 East Ave., 345-7700, www.celestinospizza.com $$

Domino’s Pizza Hot, made-to-order pizzas, salads, bread-

sticks and Buffalo wings. Delivery and take-out available. 324 Walnut St., 891-5888, www.dominos.com $

Farm Star Pizza Artisan pizzas where the farmer is the

star. Featuring local, organic, seasonal top-pings; fresh, organic salads; and beer andwine served in a casual, fun, family-friendly

atmosphere. 2359 Esplanade, 343-2056, www.farmstarpizza.com $$

Grana Artisan wood-fired pizzas and

other scrumptious fare with a localfocus—along with beer and wine—at this modern downtown hot spot.198 E. Second St., 809-2304,www.granachico.com $$

JT’s Oven Preparing pizza and subs avail-

able for pick-up and delivery. 1380 East Ave., 892-1122,www.jtsoven.com $

Little Caesars PizzaPizza, breadsticks and more available for

take-out. 598 E. Eighth St., 894-8300; 118 W.East Ave., 894-5707, www.littlecaesars.com $

Mad Dash Pizza Yummy drive-through eats featuring per-

sonal pizzas, wings with specialty sauces,and fresh-squeezed OJ shake. Small outdoordining area. 2391 Cohasset Road, 899-1010,www.maddashpizza.com $

Main Street PizzaThis late-night downtown hotspot has

reopened and is now looking better thanever. The same great, affordable slices perfectfor after—or during—a night on the town.331 Main St., 345-6246. $

Mamma Celeste’s Stone BakedPizzeria

Serving signature Italian sandwiches,“Cracker Crust” pizza, and build-your-owncalzones. 1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 345-1510, www.mammacelestespizzeria.com $

Monstros Pizza & Subs Offering pizza and sub sandwiches.

628 W. Sacramento Ave., 345-7672,www.monstrospizza.com $

Mountain Mike’s Pizza An extensive menu of specialty pizzas,

along with a salad bar and sandwiches. 1722 Mangrove Ave., 893-1923; 1105 W. FifthSt., 899-9115, www.mountainmikes.com $$

Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ BakePizza

Take-and-bake pizza and breadsticks.1305 Mangrove Ave., 345-6403; 14 W. Eaton Road, 343-3993; 2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 898-1560,www.papamurphys.com $$

Pizza GuysPizzas, pasta, salads, wings and more for

take-out or delivery. 2471 Cohasset Road,894-8888, www.pizzaguys.com $$

Pop’s Pizza Recently upgraded from a popular mobile

kitchen to a brick-and-mortar pizza parlor.Top-quality ingredients, dough made from

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Round Table Pizza Pizza selections and salads in a casual

atmosphere. Multiple locations, www.roundtablepizza.com $$

Woodstock’s Pizza Award-winning pizza, cold beer on tap,

fresh salads, appetizers, desserts and newsandwiches. Dine in, take-out and delivery. 166 E. Second St., 893-1500, www.woodstockschico.com $$

Pub grubThe Banshee

Serving up burgers and a variety of otherpub eats, along with an impressive menu ofdraft and bottled beers. 132 W. Second St.,895-9670, www.bansheechico.com $

Bella’s Sports Pub Great pub food and a huge beer selection

along with sports on big-screen, high-defini-tion TVs. 134 Broadway, 893-5253, www.bel-lassportspubchico.com $

Crazy Jane’sPizza, burgers, sandwiches and more, all

from the same folks who brought usPanighetti’s. 648 W. Fifth St., 809-4135 $

The DownLo A sports bar with pub grub and 17 tele-

visions, The DownLo’s claim to fame is itsexpansive billiards room with 10 Diamondtables, darts and occasional live music andcomedy shows. 319 Main St., 892-2473 $

The End Zone A sports bar serving up more than a

dozen appetizers, along with burgers, sand-wiches, salads and weekend brunch. 250Cohasset Road, 345-7330, $

The Graduate Try a Grad Burger, salad, steak, or one of

the 50 beers on tap at this rollicking localfavorite. 344 W. Eighth St., 343-2790,

www.thegraduatechico.com $$

The Handle BarOffering a German-inspired pub menu to

complement a large selection of specialtycraft beers. 2070 E. 20th St., 894-2337 $

Oasis Bar & GrillGreat burgers, dogs and sandwiches along

with six pool tables, ping-pong, shuffleboard,15 flat-screen TVs and a full bar. 1007 W.First St. 343-4305

Street FoodThe Black Kettle

Serving up a menu that changes dailyand features fresh, local, seasonal ingredi-ents. 354-1013, www.facebook.com/blackkettlechico $

Burritos El Caporal Features traditional Mexican fare, includ-

ing burritos, tacos and tamales. We hear theircarne asada burrito supreme is to-die-for. 3005 Esplanade, www.facebook.com/burritos.elcaporal1$

Caribbean Cafe Mobile food cart serving eastern

Caribbean food. Catering available. (415) 272-2166, www.facebook.com/caribbeancafechico $

Chicobi’sFusion cuisine catering and concession

truck featuring items like Jamaican jerkchicken tacos and Reuben flatbread pizzas.828-3161, www.chicobis.com $

Chico Chuckwagon Offering delicious grilled sandwiches,

including Philly cheesesteak, hot pastrami,turkey club, cheeseburgers, hot dogs andgrilled cheese, as well as french fries and acaibowls. Also serving up vegetarian optionsand a kid’s menu. Available for specialevents. 592-0550, www.facebook.com/ChicoChuckwagon $

Coco Gluten-Free Baking Co.Serving gluten-free cakes, pizza crusts,

cinnamon rolls and seasonal items.www.facebook.com/Cocoglutenfreebaking $

Crazy Dog Yummy hot dogs, Polish sausages, hot

links and veggie dogs, most often found atFirst and Ivy streets near the Chico Statecampus. Thanks to John “Crazy Dog” Geiger’sStreet Food Chico Facebook page, everyoneknows where his cart—and every other truckin town—is located daily.www.facebook.com/CrazyDogChico $

Cupcake Crusader Mobile truck complements the brick-and-

mortar store. 899-1100, www.cupcakecrusader.com $

Fiesta Taco Delicious al pastor, carne asada and pork

tacos and burritos. Corner of Nord and WestSacramento avenues $

Gordo Burrito Serving burritos, tostadas, tortas, tacos,

quesadillas and chimichangas. Awesomeshrimp specials and friendly service. Cornersof Eighth and Pine streets and 20th Streetand Park Avenue, www.facebook.com/GordoBurrito $

Grub StationSatisfyingly healthy, Grub Station serves

up delicious burgers and salads with nutri-tion in mind. www.facebook.com/GrubStation $

Here Today Coffee Cart For the past 13 years, this popular coffee

cart and impromptu cafe have made a homejust outside the Chico Certified Farmers’Market on Saturday mornings. Delicious cof-fee, brewed to order, along with homemadetreats. $

Hungry Hound Serving hot dogs and brats to hungry

students. Arcadian Avenue, near Chico State’sHolt Hall $

Ike’s Smokehouse Ike’s Smokehouse offers the flavorful bar-

becue taste diners have come to expect fromCJ’s Last Chance Diner, on a smaller, moremobile scale. Specializing in beef, chickenand pork on a bun or in a wrap.www.ikessmokehouse.com $

Inday’s Filipino Food Inday’s offers a full lineup of Filipino

specialties, from pork adobo to lumpia tohalang halang, among other items.www.facebook.com/IndaysFilipinoFood $

Maria’s Gone Tamales Serving authentic, corn-husk-wrapped

tamales in a variety of flavors, from pork andchicken to pineapple and strawberry. Whodoesn’t want to go tamales? 566-4085 or findit on Facebook $

Mayhem Gourmet GrilledCheese

Exactly what its name implies—grilled,melty, cheesy goodness. Find it on Facebook $

Scrappy Dog This late-night favorite serves up classic

hot dogs and brats to hungry patrons of thedowntown bar scene. $

Tacos El Grullense Traditional Mexican fare, including tacos,

burritos and tortas. Corner of East ParkAvenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway $

Tacos El Paisa Featuring killer shrimp tacos as well as

burritos, quesadillas, tostadas and tortas.Corner of Walnut and Second streets $

Tacos El Pinolero Featuring tacos, burritos, quesadillas,

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Tacos El Tapatio Serving tacos, huge loaded burritos, que-

sadillas and tortas. 1367 Longfellow Ave.,828-2449 $

Tacos Puerto Vallarta Featuring tacos, burritos, sopes, quesadil-

las, tostadas and tortas. Corner of theEsplanade and West 11th Avenue $

Tacos Ramirez Classic taco-truck fare: tacos, burritos,

quesadillas, tostadas and tortas. Corner ofNord and Stewart avenues $

Tacos Tonaya #2Featuring tacos, burritos, quesadillas,

tostadas and tortas. Loyal customers swear bythe California burrito. Corner of Walnut andEast Third streets $

The Taco TruckServing delicious, fresh Mexican fare.

Often found in the All the Best Video park-ing lot on Cohasset Road, or on the backpatio at Argus on weekends.www.facebook.com/TacoTruck $

Tamale Tango In addition to the unique tamales—

shrimp and bacon, basil pesto chicken andcheese, to name a few—Tamale Tango alsooffers soups, taquitos and chile rellenos. Alsoon the menu: 100 percent organic andgluten-free tamales. www.facebook.com/TamaleTango $

TruckaroniOffering a menu of Italian goodness.

www.facebook.com/truckaroni $

Wander Offering a circus-themed, rotating menu

of locally sourced items. Offering sack-lunchdropoffs to businesses on Wednesdays.Catering available. 680-3871, www.wanderfoods.com $

Weiner Man The Weiner Man offers tasty hot dogs and

bratwursts with a friendly smile to the late-night crowd downtown. Find him onFacebook $

SweetsBaskin-Robbins

Offering ice cream, smoothies, shakesand cakes. Multiple locations, www.baskinrobbins.com $

Brain Freeze Yogurt Serving frozen yogurt and ice cream.

2760 Esplanade, 636-4525 $

Cinful DessertsSpecializing in cakes and cupcakes for all

occassions. 2720 Cohasset Road, 354-0848,www.cinfuldesserts.com $

Cold Stone Creamery Premium ice cream, sorbet and cakes

made fresh daily with your choice of fruit,candy, nuts or syrup “mix-ins.” Shakes,smoothies and banana splits, too. 146 Broadway, 891-3331, www.coldstonecreamery.com $

The Cookie Shoppe Featuring gourmet cookies and gift

items. Closed weekends. 1600 Mangrove Ave.,899-3385, www.thecookieshoppe.com $

Cupcake CrusaderDelicious cupcakes—in unique flavors as

well as childhood favorites—made fresh dailyand to order. Also serving coffee and tea. 752 East Ave., 899-1100, www.thecupcakecrusader.com $

Denine’s CupcakesSpecializing in “flavorful, pure cup-

cakes.” 116 Broadway, 809-4086. $

Donut Nook Donuts, muffins, Danish, scones, cookies

and espresso. Closed from 1-8:30 p.m.,Sunday-Tuesday. 958 East Ave., 342-2118 $

Donut Wheel Serving delicious donuts, pastries and

ham and cheese sandwiches, homemade freshdaily. Delivery available for orders of 10dozen or more. 2404 Esplanade, 345-4528 $

Early Bird DonutsA family-run business in Oroville for 18

years, Early Bird Donuts (previously Jim &Jan’s Donuts) recently expanded to Chico,bringing its time-tested and taste-budapproved doughnuts with it. 1008 Sacramento Ave., Ste. A1, 533-7065 $

Gelayo Frozen Yogurt & Gelato Frozen yogurt and gelato. 1380 East Ave.,

345-7626 $

Helen’s Donut Nook Serving fresh donuts and coffee daily

until 2 p.m. 807 Main St., 343-4031 $

Jamba Juice Fresh juices and smoothies with vitamin

enhancers, plus nutritious breads and wheatgrass. Multiple locations, www.jambajuice.com $

Jon & Bon’s Yogurt Shoppe Delicious frozen yogurt, smoothies, ice

cream, frozen coffee drinks and Hawaiiansnow. 300 Broadway, 899-9580; 1722 Mangrove Ave., 899-0484 $

Kiwi Blast Frozen YogurtA frozen-yogurt shop in the heart of col-

lege land. 645 W. Fifth St., 343-2828 $

Krispy Kreme Serving donuts and coffee. 2060 Business

Lane, 891-3492, www.krispykreme.com $

La Flor de Michoacán Palatería yNevería

A Mexican ice cream shop with many fla-vors and toppings, plus other sweet treats.1080 W. Sacramento Ave., Ste. C, 893-9999 $

Lovely Layers CakeryFreshly baked cupcakes and cookies

available daily. Made-to-order specialty cakesand wedding cakes. Open Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 131 Meyers St. Ste. 120, 828-9931, www.lovelylayerscakery.com $

Mim’s BakeryCarefully crafted baked goodies—such as

cakes and petit fours—made from scratch fora quick treat, or in bulk for special occa-sions. 890 Humboldt Ave., 345-3331,www.mimsbakery.com $

Orange Julius Julius drinks, fruits, smoothies, pita

sandwiches, hot dogs and nachos. 1950 E. 20th St. (inside Chico Mall), 894-8304, www.orangejulius.com $

Powell’s Sweet Shoppe An old-fashioned candy store with more

than 5,000 treats, including gelatos and sor-bettos. 121 W. Third St., 332-9866,www.powellsss.com $

See’s CandiesThe place in Chico to get all your classic

See’s goodies. Yum! 1947 E. 20th St., 891-3384 $

Shubert’s Ice Cream & Candy This local favorite has produced ice

cream and confections for 75 years and run-ning. Enjoy banana splits or root beer floatson the benches and at the tables out front.Open till 10 p.m. daily! 178 E. Seventh St., 342-7163, www.shuberts.com $

Sweet Cottage A longtime Saturday farmers’ market sta-

ple, Sweet Cottage finally has a storefront,meaning locals can now find the “Pie Lady’s”pies, quiches, artisan jams, lemonades,organic loose teas and ice cream sandwichesdaily. 220 Broadway, 513-2044 $

Tin Roof Bakery & Café If you’re in the mood for a flaky pastry

or decadent tart, look no further than TinRoof. Also serving up French macarons, cook-ies and cakes, in addition to a full espressobar. 627 Broadway, 892-2893 $

Upper Crust Bakery & Eatery Serving fine pastries, specialty cakes and

pies from scratch, as well as cookies and cup-cakes. 130 Main St., 895-3866, www.uppercrustchico.com $

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Kid-friendly activitiesAMF Orchard Lanes

More than a bowling alley, this entertainment center has an arcade, snack bar, pro shop and plenty of family fun. 2397 Esplanade, 895-3257, www.amf.com/orchardlanes

Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation

This nonprofit organization cares for endangered and exotic animals that cannot be released into the wild, and teaches responsible owner-ship of companion animals. Take a self-guided tour of the 19-acre sanc-tuary, which includes Bengal tigers, African lions, leopards, foxes, lynxes, exotic birds, bears and reptiles. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. 4995 Durham-Pentz Road in Butte Valley (near Butte College), 533-1000, www.kirshner.org

Butte County LibraryThe Chico branch of the county’s

public library system offers regular story times for ages from birth to 12. The library also is a great place for

FAMILY FUN

Chico abounds with kid-friendly places, private and

public. Local community parks have everything from

state-of-the-art play equipment to sports fields to an

observatory to check out the night sky in detail. The

local library is chock-full of books and programs tailored

to children and Gateway Science Museum provides further

fun educational opportunities. The city also boasts a

number of local businesses that cater to the little ones,

offering such activities as yo-yoing and roller skating.

There also are opportunities for adventure in nearby

communities, including getting up close to the exotic

animals of the Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation in

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Funland With a roller skating rink, min-

iature golf and batting cages (what more could a kid want?), Funland/Cal Skate Chico is great family fun for all ages. Don’t forget to stop by the arcade for video and ticket games. 2465 Carmichael Drive, 343-1601, www.putterschico.com

Gateway Science Museum The Gateway Science Museum

offers a range of ongoing and spe-cial exhibits focused on our region’s natural heritage, from local flora to Ice Age skeletons. Spring hours: Noon-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Check website for summer hours. Admission $3 kids 3-17, $6 adults, free for museum members and kids 2 and younger. 625 Esplanade (next door to Bidwell Mansion), 898-4121, www.csuchico.edu/gateway


This 10,000-square-foot skateboarding and inline skating park has plenty of ways to show off your skills, including a rail, a box, steps and bowls. Open 8 a.m.-sunset daily. Located between Orient and Flume streets along Humboldt Avenue.

FAMILY FUN continued from page 53 National Yo-Yo Museum The National Yo-Yo Museum is the largest public display of yo-yos and yo-yo memorabilia in the United States. It’s home to the largest wooden yo-yo in the world, dubbed “Big-Yo,” as well as the Chico Yo-Yo Club, which encourages visitors to stop by its meetings from noon-2 p.m. Saturdays (weather permitting) for a “walk the dog” lesson. Open 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Free. 320 Broadway (at the rear of Bird in Hand store), 893-0545, www.nationalyoyo.org l

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Feather River Brewing Co. This award-winning microbrewery

in the wooded Sierra-foothill community of Magalia (above Paradise) features a smooth Honey Ale, a popular Raging Rapids Ale and a winter-seasonal Dark Canyon Ale. Call to arrange a tour, and for directions. 873-0734, www.featherriverbrewing.com

Gale Vineyards Steve and Creasia Gale’s boutique

winery is nestled among the shade-giving oak trees on their 6-acre property just a short drive south of Chico. The grapes used in Gale Vineyards’ wines are organically grown on site and processed in a cool straw-bale facility. Tasting by appointment. 9345 Stanford Lane, Durham, 891-1264, www.galevineyards.com

Grey Fox Vineyards Owned by the Arrigoni and

Cecchi families, Grey Fox was voted best winery in Oroville by the U.S. Local Business Association in 2008 and 2009. The winery also offers a relaxing live-oak picnic area. The

Wine and beerBertagna Son Kissed Vineyards

Bertagna Son Kissed Vineyards grows only the highest quality, organic grapes harvested from their own vineyards. Small-case production allows for high attention to detail. Visit and enjoy a glass of wine under the shady willow tree among the grapevines, almond orchards and cattle. Open seasonally the first weekend of the month April-October, noon-5 p.m., or by appointment. 3363 Hegan Lane, 343-8014, www.BertagnaWine.com

Dog Creek Cellars Opened in 2011 by Cline

Organics in Durham, Dog Creek Cellars offers a nice variety of estate-grown wines made from certified organic grapes. Tasting room is open from noon-5 p.m. the first Sunday of each month or by appointment. 9975 Garden Creek Road, Durham, 345-3714, www.dogcreekcellars.com

Emerald “C” Vineyards Emerald “C” Vineyards’ historic

farmhouse was once the hangout of Errol Flynn, who came to Chico in the 1930s to film The Adventures of Robin Hood. Grapes are grown on site and are used to make a refreshing variety of wines. Tastings available by appointment. Online sales available. 3756 Keefer Road, 894-0894, www.emeraldcvineyards.com

Feather Falls Casino Brewing Co.

Located at Feather Falls Casino, this tribe-owned brewery is headed up by veteran brewmaster Roland Allen. There’s always a wide variety of regular and special-release beers on tap, including the amber Coyote Spirit and the Volcano Mudslide stout. Bar hours: Sunday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-midnight; Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m.-1:30 a.m. Restaurant open daily at 11 a.m. 3 Alverda Drive, Oroville, 533-3885, www.featherfallscasino.com/brewing-co

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mild and wet, with the most rainfall coming in January. The average annual rainfall is about 27 inches.

GETTING AROUNDThe bus-transit system serving

Chico, Oroville and Butte County is the Butte Regional Transit, or the “B-Line.” Tickets cost $1.50 and $2 for in-town and regional services, respectively. Students ages 6 to 18 get a discounted fare ($1 and $1.50, respectively). Children younger than 6 years old ride free (limited to two children per family). Chico State students, faculty and staff ride for free. Check www.blinetransit.com for complete fare and route information. The B-Line runs seven days a week, except on certain holidays; some routes do not operate every day. Seniors and the mobility-impaired may catch a ride from the B-Line Paratransit (342-0221).

Of course, there are numerous cab companies available to transport you where need to go.

Greyhound and Amtrak leave from the train station at 450 Orange St. in Chico.

The largest airport in Butte County is the Chico Municipal Airport, which is between airline servers right now, though the city has been in touch with potential commercial and passenger air ser-vices to fill the void.

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POPULATIONChico’s population—86,187 at

the 2010 census—is a little mislead-ing. That’s because there are pockets of unincorporated land within the city limits. That will change within the next five years when two of those pockets—Chapmantown and the Mulberry district—are annexed into the city. Currently residents of those areas use county services, can’t vote in city elections, and are in the process of getting hooked up to the city sewer system. The population of what’s known as the Chico Metropolitan Area is more than 200,000, and that includes the communities of Durham, Paradise, Magalia and Richvale.

HOUSINGCompared with the Bay Area or

L.A., rents in Chico are quite reason-able. Expect to pay at least $600 a month to rent a one-bedroom apart-ment; $750-plus for a two-bedroom in reasonable shape. Typically, houses are at least $1,000 a month. According to the market analysis company Zillow.com, the median housing sale price in Chico is cur-rently $247,500.

DEMOGRAPHICS Like most North Valley towns,

Chico is predominantly white—80.8 percent, to be exact. Recent census information also tallied

the city’s population as 15.4 per-cent Hispanic, with Asians, Native Americans and African-Americans comprising the remaining percent-age. The median age of Chico resi-dents hovers around 30—no surprise for a college town—while Butte County residents’ median age is 35.8.

BEING SAFEChico is served by the

Chico Police Department, while unincorporated pockets inside city boundaries are served by the Butte County Sheriff’s Office. Chico PD’s nonemergency line is 897-4911. The Chico State campus is also patrolled by its own law-enforcement entity, the University Police Department.

The city of Chico Fire Department, besides fighting fires, also has specialized teams that per-form technical rescues and respond to drowning accidents and hazard-ous-materials calls.

WEATHERModerate temperatures in spring

and fall make those seasons favorites for outdoor types. If you don’t like hot summers, you’re out of luck. Chico’s summer temperatures will rise past the 100-degree mark regularly, with balmy days sprinkled through-out the season. Winters are fairly

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If you’re looking for a new place to call home, the City of Trees is a good place to settle on.

While Chico is technically a metropolitan area, it still retains its quaint, small-town charm. Home to a university, dozens of schools and hundreds of local businesses, there are plenty of educa-tional and employment opportunities for people of all ages. Check out our guide with all the crucial city stats to learn more. But if you really want to get to know Chico, we suggest you hop on a bike or simply stroll through town to see for yourself.

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mild and wet, with the most rainfall coming in January. The average annual rainfall is about 27 inches.

GETTING AROUNDThe bus-transit system serving

Chico, Oroville and Butte County is the Butte Regional Transit, or the “B-Line.” Tickets cost $1.50 and $2 for in-town and regional services, respectively. Students ages 6 to 18 get a discounted fare ($1 and $1.50, respectively). Children younger than 6 years old ride free (limited to two children per family). Chico State students, faculty and staff ride for free. Check www.blinetransit.com for complete fare and route information. The B-Line runs seven days a week, except on certain holidays; some routes do not operate every day. Seniors and the mobility-impaired may catch a ride from the B-Line Paratransit (342-0221).

Of course, there are numerous cab companies available to transport you where need to go.

Greyhound and Amtrak leave from the train station at 450 Orange St. in Chico.

The largest airport in Butte County is the Chico Municipal Airport, which is between airline servers right now, though the city has been in touch with potential commercial and passenger air ser-vices to fill the void.

If you’re driving, Highway 99 is the main arterial route through Butte County, running in a north/

south direction, mainly serving Chico. Highway 70 is the main route serv-ing Oroville, also running north/south. Highway 149 connects the two highways and cities. And Highway 32 stretches from central Chico westward over the Sacramento River, hooking up with I-5, and also into the moun-tainous regions to the northeast.

LIBRARYAn important aspect of any com-

munity is its public library. The Butte County Library system is com-posed of six excellent facilities and a bookmobile. Literacy services are also available. For more information and library hours, call 538-7198 or visit www.buttecounty.net/bclibrary.

Visit the well-stocked Chico branch of the Butte County Library at 1108 Sherman Ave., 891-2762.

ECONOMYGovernment, the university

and services such as health care and retail trade continue to be the largest employers in Butte County, but dominant behind the scenes is the $450-million-a-year agriculture industry (walnuts, almonds and rice, in particular).

According to recent census information, the average per-capita income was $23,611, and the median household income was $41,632. While Butte County wages are notoriously low, the cost of living here is considerably lower than in

Sacramento or the Bay Area. Butte County’s unemployment

rate came in at 8.6 percent in April 2014, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

POLITICSYou may be aware of California’s

reputation as perhaps the most politically volatile state in the union. Don’t expect any less from the politics that play out in Chico and the rest of Butte County.

Newcomers may be surprised by the passion locals display on all sides of issues related to political elections, bond measures and land use. But the more impassioned the populace, the more likely the town is worth shouting about, and that is certainly the case with Chico.

The city is led by a seven-member City Council with each serving a four-year term. Elections are stag-gered every two years—three seats in one cycle and four the next. Campaigners are often boisterous and bold, and candidates often raise $20,000 or more to gain a position that pays $600 a month. Council members are elected at large and thus do not represent separate geo-graphical districts, though there have been rumblings of late to change that.

The Chico City Council is a weak-mayor system, meaning the mayor—currently Mark Sorensen—

the city’s population as 15.4 per-cent Hispanic, with Asians, Native Americans and African-Americans comprising the remaining percent-age. The median age of Chico resi-dents hovers around 30—no surprise for a college town—while Butte County residents’ median age is 35.8.

BEING SAFEChico is served by the

Chico Police Department, while unincorporated pockets inside city boundaries are served by the Butte County Sheriff’s Office. Chico PD’s nonemergency line is 897-4911. The Chico State campus is also patrolled by its own law-enforcement entity, the University Police Department.

The city of Chico Fire Department, besides fighting fires, also has specialized teams that per-form technical rescues and respond to drowning accidents and hazard-ous-materials calls.

WEATHERModerate temperatures in spring

and fall make those seasons favorites for outdoor types. If you don’t like hot summers, you’re out of luck. Chico’s summer temperatures will rise past the 100-degree mark regularly, with balmy days sprinkled through-out the season. Winters are fairly

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Other facilitiesamerican chi center for health

1290 Esplanade #1, 342-2895, www.americanchi.net

chico community acupuncture

1815 Mangrove Ave., 345-5300, www.chicocommunityacupuncture.com

chico surgery center615 W. East Ave., 895-1877,

www.chicosc.com

enloe regional cancer center265 Cohasset Road, 332-4700

enloe rehabilitation center340 W. East Ave., 332-6138

the Pinwheel community acupuncture Project

740 Flume St., 345-5566, www.pinwheelchico.com

skyway surgery center 121 Raley Blvd., 230-2000

WOmen’s Wellness & family PlanningPlanned Parenthood

3100 Cohasset Road, 342-8367, www.plannedparenthood.org

Women’s health specialists 1469 Humboldt Road, 891-1917,

www.womenshealthspecialists.org


is not elected to that office by voters but rather is appointed by the other councilmembers and possesses only figurative power. An appointed city manager—currently Mark Orme—administers the day-to-day functioning of city government and controls meetings by swinging a wooden gavel.

Along with the City Council, Chico is governed by the Butte County Board of Supervisors. Most of the county offices are in Oroville. Two of the five elected supervisors—Supervisors Maureen Kirk and Larry Wahl—represent Chico because of its relatively large population. Like City Council meetings, the supervi-sors’ meetings can be heated affairs regarding what is best for the people who live here.

chicO municiPal centerThe municipal center houses

administrative offices for the city of Chico. Open Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m., 411 Main St., www.chico.ca.us

city cOuncil chambersThe public is encouraged to

attend City Council meetings, held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. 421 Main St., city clerk: 896-7250, www.chico.ca.us

health & wellnesshOsPitalsenloe medical center

1531 Esplanade, 332-7300, www.enloe.org

feather river hospital 974 Pentz Road, Paradise,

877-9361, www.frhosp.org

Oroville hospital 2767 Olive Highway, Oroville,

533-8500, www.orovillehospital.com

Orchard hospital 240 Spruce St., Gridley, 846-

9000, www.orchardhospital.com

clinicsampla health

Medical and pediatrics: 680 Cohasset Road, 342-4395; dental: 236 W. East Avenue, Ste. H, 342-6065, www.amplahealth.org

butte county Public health clinic

695 Oleander Ave., 879-3665, www.buttecounty.net/publichealth/clinic/clinc.html

chico immediate care medical center

376 Vallombrosa Ave., 891-1676, www.chicoicmc.com

convenient care health center

670 Rio Lindo Ave., Ste. 300, 899-7120

enloe children’s health center 277 Cohasset Road, 332-6000

enloe Outpatient center888 Lakeside Village Commons

Drive, 332-6400

enloe Prompt care560 Cohasset Road, 332-6850

northern Valley indian health (nVih)

845 W. East Ave, 896-9400, www.nvih.org

Premiere Primary care888 Lakeside Village Commons,

809-0674

shalom free clinic1190 E. First Ave., 518-8300,

www.shalomfreeclinic.org

skypark Walk-in medical center

2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 899-9500

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Other facilitiesamerican chi center for health

1290 Esplanade #1, 342-2895, www.americanchi.net

chico community acupuncture

1815 Mangrove Ave., 345-5300, www.chicocommunityacupuncture.com

chico surgery center615 W. East Ave., 895-1877,

www.chicosc.com

enloe regional cancer center265 Cohasset Road, 332-4700

enloe rehabilitation center340 W. East Ave., 332-6138

the Pinwheel community acupuncture Project

740 Flume St., 345-5566, www.pinwheelchico.com

skyway surgery center 121 Raley Blvd., 230-2000

WOmen’s Wellness & family PlanningPlanned Parenthood

3100 Cohasset Road, 342-8367, www.plannedparenthood.org

Women’s health specialists 1469 Humboldt Road, 891-1917,

www.womenshealthspecialists.org

Women’s resource clinic 115 W. Second Ave., 897-6101;

24-hour hotline: 897-6100

Pregnancy resOurcesBetter Babies

578 Rio Lindo Ave., 894-5585, www.betterbabies.org

Paradise midwifery services771 Buschmann Road, Paradise,

872-7579

enloe mother & Baby care center

1531 Esplanade, 332-3970, www.enloe.org/baby

enloe mother & Baby Boutique

251 Cohasset Road, Ste. 120, 332-3970, www.enloe.org/baby

seniOr carearcadia home care & staffing

2057 Forest Ave., 566-9025, www.norcalarcadia.com

Butte hOme health & hOsPice

10 Constitution Drive, 895-0462, www.buttehomehealth.com

enlOe hOme care & hOsPice

1390 E. Lassen Ave., 332-6050 (home care), 332-6060 (hospice)

Passages center 25 Main St., #202, 898-5923,

www.passagescenter.org

BehaviOral/ mental healthButte county Behavioral health

Adult outpatient center: 560 Cohasset Ave., 891-2784; youth out-patient center: 500 Cohasset Road, Ste. 15, 891-2945, www.buttecounty.net/behavioralhealth

Crisis line: 800-334-6622 or 891-2810; friendship line for older adults: 800-971-0016; Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ): 866-488-7386

enloe Behavioral health 560 Cohasset Road, 332-5250

clinicsampla health

Medical and pediatrics: 680 Cohasset Road, 342-4395; dental: 236 W. East Avenue, Ste. H, 342-6065, www.amplahealth.org

Butte county Public health clinic

695 Oleander Ave., 879-3665, www.buttecounty.net/publichealth/clinic/clinc.html

chico immediate care medical center

376 Vallombrosa Ave., 891-1676, www.chicoicmc.com

convenient care health center

670 Rio Lindo Ave., Ste. 300, 899-7120

enloe children’s health center 277 Cohasset Road, 332-6000

enloe Outpatient center888 Lakeside Village Commons

Drive, 332-6400

enloe Prompt care560 Cohasset Road, 332-6850

northern valley indian health (nvih)

845 W. East Ave, 896-9400, www.nvih.org

Premiere Primary care888 Lakeside Village Commons,

809-0674

shalom free clinic1190 E. First Ave., 518-8300,

www.shalomfreeclinic.org

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eDucation Public schoolschico unified school District

Formed in 1964, the Chico Unified School District currently serves approximately 12,000 stu-dents. The district has a policy of letting parents send their students to the schools of their choice, as long as there’s room. The CUSD includes 11 elementary schools, one K-8 open-structure-classroom school, three junior highs and three high schools (including a continua-tion school). Several campuses have special programs, such as Two-Way Language Immersion, Open Structure and Academics Plus. Test scores and other state measures of achievement are kept at the district offices at 1163 E. Seventh St. (891-3000).

The CUSD offers a home-schooling program and oversees several charter schools. The Inspire School of Arts and Sciences—an “internal” CUSD charter school—offers an innovative high-school curriculum as an alterna-tive to conventional high school. The CUSD also oversees a community day school, which, by referrals, takes in students who have been on probation or suspension. www.chicousd.org

charter schoolsblue oak charter school

Kindergarten-eighth grade. 450 W. East Ave., 879-7483, www.blueoakcharterschool.org

chico country Day schoolKindergarten-eighth grade.

102 W. 11th St., 895-2650, www.chicocountryday.org

chico Montessori children’s house

Kindergarten-sixth grade. 814 Glenn St., 342-5518, www.chicomontessori.com

core butte charter school260 Cohasset Road, Ste. 120,

894-3952, www.corebutte.org

Forest ranch charter schoolKindergarten-eighth grade.

15815 Cedar Creek Road, Forest Ranch, 891-3154, www.forestranchcharter.org

inspire school of arts & sciences

Ninth-12th grade. Chico High School campus, 901 Esplanade, 891-3090, www.inspirecusd.org

Nord country schoolKindergarten-sixth grade.

5554 California St., 891-3138, www.nordcountryschool.org

Pivot charter schoolSixth-12th grade. 2550 Lakewest

Drive, Ste. 30, 877-544-1423 or 636-4479, www.pivotnorthvalley.com

sherwood MontessoriKindergarten-eighth grade.

746 Moss Ave., 345-6600, www.sherwoodmontessori.org

Wildflower open classroomKindergarten-eighth grade.

2414 Cohasset Road, Ste. 3, 892-1676, www.wildflowerschool.com

Private schoolschico christian school

Kindergarten-eighth grade, plus preschool. 2801 Notre Dame Blvd., 879-8989, www.chicochristian.org

Notre Dame school Kindergarten-eighth grade.

435 Hazel St., 342-2502, www.ndschico.org

Pleasant valley baptist school Kindergarten-12th grade.

13539 Garner Lane, 343-2949, www.pvbaptist.org

Progressive schoolhouse Kindergarten-eighth grade.

2400 Notre Dame Blvd., 345-5665, www.progressiveschoolhouse.com

rose scott open-structure school

Kindergarten-12th grade. 850 Palmetto Ave., 354-3101, www.rosescottschool.com

aDult eDucatioNJohn Muir charter school (california conservation corps)

Ages 16-25. 2725 Highway 32, Ste. F, 961-9693

oroville adult education2750 Mitchell Ave., Oroville,

538-5350, www.orovilleadulted.com

regional & continuing education (chico state)

Programs include Open University (for non-enrolled students), ElderCollege (for students 60 and older) and the Osher Lifelong Learning Center (for those 50 and older). 400 W. First St., 898-6105, www.rce.csuchico.edu l

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