Ridge Business Journal: September/October 2018

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September/October 2018

California’s Oldest Harvest Festival Turns 130 Johnny Appleseed Days

Terry Ashe Park • 6626 Skyway

cial booths, while entertained by local talent. Children and adults alike are enthralled with tales from Johnny Appleseed himself, and the games plaza, benefitting the Boys and Girls Club, is always a huge and happy hit.

And whole or by the slice, don’t forget your Paradise apple pie! More than 100 volunteer bakers peel, core, slice, spice and bake bushels of Noble apples into one thousand pies! Each year, the Paradise Moose Lodge graciously hosts this endeavor. Join the pie party to help bake the

Saturday, October 6, 10:00-5:00pm

Sunday, October 7, 10:00-4:00pm

at Terry Ashe Park in Paradise for the 130th Johnny Appleseed Days celebration!

By Monica Nolan Johnny Appleseed Days 2018 Executive Director, welcomes its generous sponsors: Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce Apple Pie Pavilion Sponsor: Rite Aid Magalia ack in 1888, the ladies of the Children’s Games Plaza Temperance Society in ParaSponsor: Grocery Outlet dise rolled the local saloon across the street on logs, renamed Honeycrisp Sponsors: B. it “Community Hall” and celebrated Scott Hood, DDS, MS, Inc., with a harvest festival. This triumph Cypress Meadows Post-Acute of sobriety was the precursor to our Media Partners: KNVN Johnny Appleseed Days, which lays Chico-Redding, KPAY 1290, claim to the title “oldest harvest fesMix 95.1, The Blaze, Paradise tival in California.” This two-day Cinema 7 fair celebrates the rich agricultural Perennial Sponsors: Adhistory of our beautiful mountain ventist Health Feather Riv“Paradise” by gathering community er, Blue Star Solutions, Blue members to bake a thousand apple Team Realty, Gary Bess Aspies to share with the public. Johnny sociates, Inc., Immediate Appleseed Days has been proudly Care Medical Center, Monkey sponsored by the Paradise Ridge Business, Shriners Hospitals Chamber of Commerce since 1937. for Children, Wells Fargo This traditional fall fair has long Longtime Chamber volunteer Michael Menches and Chamber President David Shepler of Wells Fargo Bank Pie Baker Lunch Sponsors: been a showcase for home grown are among the many community volunteers preserving the tradition of California’s oldest harvest festival.

Black Bear Diner, Feather produce of all kinds—from business Canyon Retirement Commuto talent to local color—and attracts pies that are the centerpiece of the nity, Save Mart r fo h ot local, regional, and out-of-state visitors bo a fest. Call the Chamber on 877-9356 If you don’t have and vendors to experience our unique Pie Party Host: Paradise Moose ys – to sign up. Pie baking is a three-day Lodge home-town culture. Fest visitors feast on Johnny Appleseed da party that includes free catered home-baked apple pie made with Paradise Event Support: Boys and Girls Club, lunch and comradery. Sign up with DON’T WAIT! apples from Noble Orchard, the last reCalifornia Vocations, Northern Reyour family, church group, service oths maining orchard on the Ridge. They may cycling & Waste, Paradise Recreation ace is limited and bo Sp group, neighbors or by yourself. also purchase handicrafts and learn about and Park District, Paradise Veterans are going fast!

Join us on October 6th and 7 th Group area businesses at artisanal and commer-

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Chamber Seeks its 2019 Leadership Team

Business Briefs Craftysewingsue Custom Seamstress Paradise Chamber recently welcomed a small home based business offering an array of sewing services. Susan Simms of Craftysewingsue has been serving Paradise, Chico and Magalia residents since 2012. Susan has over 30+ years of experience in the clothing, woven textile, non-woven textiles and fashion industry as well as alterations in mending, repair, custom clothing, textile design, pattern creating, re-style, re-size, zipper replacement, waist in/out, sides in/out, seam repair, hemming, tapering, civil war re-enactment clothing, pre-19th century attire, costumes, prom alterations and much more. Sue also provides sewing lesson (private or group) as well as sewing machine cleaning and tuning.

Sue has long been the “go to” for Gold Nugget dressmaking lessons. Visit Sue for custom designed clothing and sewing lessons at affordable prices. Phone: 530-877-7203 Cell: 530-717-9675 or visit facebook.com/Craftysewingsue and craftysewingseamstress.com.

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hamber Directors are members in good standing of the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce, working together to promote tourism, foster unity and pride, support judicious local government, cultivate balanced economic growth and create a favorable business climate. To nominate or be considered, please forward your nomination to Board President David Shepler (david.j.shepler@wellsfargo.com) by Wednesday, October 10.

Arlan Hudson Make a Difference Day

One Paradise resident made it his mission to make a difference in Paradise every day. Arlan Hudson worked tirelessly for many years to improve Paradise through his volunteer efforts. Arlan passed away in 2014, and in his honor, the residents of Paradise will come together twice a year to make a difference in Paradise. Join us for the Annual Arlan Hudson Make a Difference Day! Volunteers are still needed for weeding, weed whacking, picking up trash and fuel reduction for fire prevention on Friday Oct. 26th and Saturday Oct. 27th, 2018. For more information or a list of projects, contact Garrison Chaffee at (707) 694-4521. Local businesses are welcome to sponsor a Skyway Street banner for only $100. Contact Monica Nolan, Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce, monica@ paradisechamber.com, 877 9356.

Friday Oct. 26th and Saturday Oct. 27th, 2018

Local businesses are invited to support Make a Difference Day while receiving promotion by purchasing space on a Skyway street banner.

Strength Training Festival at Curves Paradise Curves believes that Strength Training saves lives and is committed to educat-

ing women about its importance. Join Curves from September 4th thru October 19th during its Strength Training Festival to learn how Strength Training at Curves can help you live a stronger, healthier life. Has your fitness center recently closed? Don’t exchange the treadmill for your couch! Curves has been in Paradise for almost 20 years and has a proven track record as a fun, fast, safe, and effective workout. Jeni Harris and her staff are committed to educating women on the Ridge about the benefits and effects of Strength Training. Curves Paradise has joined with hundreds of other Curves Fitness Centers across the country as part of Curves Empowering Service Program, assuring the highest service standards. Discount available during this celebration! Curves Paradise is located in the Holiday Shopping Center; call (530) 877-8300.

Town Launches “Keep it Paradise” A product of the Town of Paradise’s newly implemented business registration program, “Keep it Paradise” at keepitparadise.com seeks to host a comprehensive searchable database

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FROM THE DESKS OF TOWN OF PARADISE AND PARADISE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Two local ballot measures will be presented to Ridge voters in the upcoming election Election Day: Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Last Day to register to vote in this election October 22, 2018 Register to vote: registertovote.ca.gov/ or call Butte County Registrar of Voters at (530) 538-7761

Measure Y

Measure V

By Michelle John Superintendent, Paradise Unified School District

By Colette Curtis Administrative Analyst, Town Manager’s Office Town of Paradise

What is Measure V?

Measure V is an extension of our current half percent sales tax for services such as Police, Fire, Roads, and Animal Control, that will be placed on the November 6, 2018 ballot.

What is Measure V all about?

The Town provides public services that benefit our community – such as police protection, fire suppression, emergency medical services, street maintenance and road repairs, animal control and shelter services and other necessary services that benefit all Paradise residents. Although Paradise is not a big city, maintaining these public services is not cheap. Even in the best of times our revenues are limited and we want to live within our means.

Despite extensive cuts to personnel, benefits, and all non-essential purchasing, the Town’s costs are greater than its revenue. For years, prior to Measure C, the Town balanced its budget by deferring critical equipment replacement and facility maintenance. It became clear that could not continue. Living within our means has also meant maintaining services with bare minimum staffing with increasing turnover.

Expiring in three years, Measure C provides 10% of the resources necessary to sustain general services. Measure C has

addressed many of the Town’s most pressing needs, but financial projections show without the extension, the Town will have to cut back police and fire budgets and forego opportunities for road projects. This is not a scare tactic, but the public needs to know what our Town will look like without the sales tax.

Why not wait until Measure C expires to put the extension on the ballot?

Already, the Town is in a holding pattern. Every penny of Measure C funds has been committed. With the recent passage of AB109 (early release of prisoners) and our vulnerability to wildfire, the community needs to understand the ramifications.

Our current CALFIRE contract expires in two years. We need to know if we can afford to maintain current minimum staffing levels.

Paradise voters passed Measure C for services such as public safety, roads and animal control. Measure V will ensure continued funding for these critical services.

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It is truly an honor to serve our community as Superintendent of our Paradise and Magalia schools – where every student matters and every moment counts!

There are many exciting things happening with the start of another school year.

Over the past year Paradise Unified School District conducted a comprehensive review of our schools. Some of our schools are over 80 years old and need basic repairs and student safety updates. As part of this process, we worked with our community to develop a Facilities Master Plan. You can view the Facilities Master Plan online at www.pusdk12.org/BondMeasure-Information/index.html.

We cannot rely on the State to help fund these needs. That’s why the PUSD Board of Trustees placed Measure Y, a local school improvement measure, on the November 6, 2018 ballot.

Measure Y would allow us to make critical improvements at our elementary, middle and high schools as well as the

health, safety and accessibility upgrades our schools need.

Measure Y requires a citizens’ oversight committee, a detailed project list and annual audits. All funds must stay local to benefit our schools and by law, the State couldn’t take any money from Measure Y. Specifically, if Measure Y is approved by 55% of local voters, it would: • Repair or replace leaky roofs, deteriorating plumbing and aging septic systems • Upgrade inadequate electrical and security systems • Replace outdated heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems • Construct and modernize science labs and classrooms

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Paradise Scholarship Foundation

ed entirely by our community and the Board of Directors consists entirely of volunteers from our community.

By John Gliha President

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he Paradise Scholarship Foundation traces its roots back to 1956 as a community effort coordinated by various Ridge clubs and service organizations who shared a common goal: to help Paradise students with scholarships. They pooled their resources and formed the Paradise Scholarship Committee.

As time went on, the Committee developed into the Paradise Scholarship Association, with membership extended to individuals, businesses and local organizations. Through the years, the Association continued to grow and in 1990, was established as the Paradise Scholarship Foundation. Each year, the Foundation awards scholarships through kind gifts and endowments from the community.

Back Row: PSF Board Members Brad Tym, David Shepler, Phoebe Hartt, John Gliha During its more than 60 Front Row: 2018 PSF scholarship recipients: Joseph Levin, Monica Campbell, Yan Shi, Jake Ludwig years of its existence, the Paradise Scholarship Foundation two Ridge residents, Paul Combs and Elizhas helped hundreds of Ridge graduates, abeth Nix. These kind and generous gifts MEASURE Y, from page 2 providing thousands of dollars in scholar- along with other donations from the com• Increase student access to computships each year. In total, we have provided munity have enabled the Foundation to ers and modern technology over $1.6 million dollars in scholarships to continue to support our students as they “Paradise Scholars.” While the majority of pursue higher education.

• Update physical education facilithe Foundation’s support comes from doties for schools and community use The Foundation’s vision is to build a nations from local community members, collaborative network of community We want all Paradise and Magalia stuorganizations, and businesses, the Para- members aligned to support student dents to have access to safe and up-todise Scholarship Foundation was fortu- preparation, transition and persistence date learning environments. Measure Y nate to receive generous estate bequests to postsecondary degree completion. The would benefit all schools in the District, in the 1990’s of more than $100,000 from Paradise Scholarship Foundation is fund-

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Measure Y is an investment in both our community and our schools. Improving the quality of local schools protects the value of our homes and the quality of life in our community.

For more information about Measure Y, please call (530) 872-6400 ext. 223.

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90 businesses and organizations

By Monica Nolan Executive Director, Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce

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or 21 years, Party in the Park Music and Marketplace has welcomed the community for a free summer concert series and celebration of Ridge culture. Party in the Park Music & Marketplace 2018 thanks the business and community partners who share Paradise Chamber’s mission to sustain a vibrant local economy. Community collaboration and contributions in the form of funding, volunteer coordination and labor, promotion, and a wide variety of support from booth holders and attendees sustain and enhance this well-loved event.

Your Chamber partners with Adventist Health Feather River and The Town of Paradise for a summertime celebration, drawing hundreds of Ridge residents and visitors for evenings out in the park to enjoy the fact that “It’s Cooler Up Here.” Band sponsor Prosperity Investment Management, Inc. supported the main attraction, and Artisan sponsor Paradise Hearing & Balance Clinics, Inc. made it possible to welcome local artisans at a special norisk rate. Kids’ Zone sponsor YourCableStore.com provided funding for a pop-up kids’ creative craft center.

Additional Sponsors were Blue Team Realty Meehos Wells Fargo Bank Gary Bess Associates Joy Lyn’s Candies Monkey Business Tri Counties Bank This year’s event featured support from Paradise Bikes, providing bike valet service, and Norcal Quality Automotive, providing a cooling station.

Thank you Rich Colgin and staff, and also to the Jenks family.

Many thanks to our weekly volunteer staff: California Vocations, Town of Paradise Public Works Manager Mike Houdek, Candace Mays-Keillor, and Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce directors, members and volunteers. See you next summer at the park!

Photos courtesy of Glenn Harrington, Artist by Design, except as noted.

Above: Prosperity Investment Management provided the funds to attract top notch talent, including the Paradise Big Band, making its Party in the Park debut in 2018.

Photo by Jeni Harris

Curves Paradise and friends enjoyed welcoming all the Party attendees.

Ice Cream Man Steve Deuble also provides excellent landscaping and monthly yard service with Green Machine. Call Steve at 230-7932.

Photo by Mark Thorp

Left: The twelve week summer concert series and marketplace is a labor of love staged by devoted volunteers. Pictured are representatives of Gary Bess Associates, The Boys and Girls’ Club, and Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce.

J & J Optical supported the marketplace by staffing a booth for the season. Visit J & J Optical at 6153 Center Street - now offering a wide range of retail products.

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promoted at Party in the Park 2018 Local dance groups were among the intermission acts taking stage each week.

Generous Sponsorship from YourCableStore.com provided a Kids’ Zone, staffed by local organizations providing activities and games.

Paradise Rotary provided adult beverage service in order to raise funds to benefit the local community.

Paradise Hearing & Balance Clinics made it possible to welcome our local artisans at a special rate, and provided booth space for Feather River Health Foundation.

Generous support from sponsors ensures the continuity of this well-loved hometown celebration.

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CHAMBER BUSINESS EVENTS

Fall Ribbon Cuttings

All are welcome at Chamber ribbon cuttings and mixers. Leave work on time and bring a handful of business cards and your elevator speech, or grab a friend and come and learn more about your local businesses.

Thursdays at 5:30PM unless otherwise noted. Now scheduling fall 2018 and winter 2019 ribbon cuttings, spotlights, and mixers; contact Monica at 877-9356 or monica@paradisechamber.com

Tuesday, September 18

Thursday, October 11 Open House Mixer at Curves Paradise 6848 Skyway, Suite G Paradise in the Holiday Shopping Plaza

State of the Town Presentation 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Schultz Law at 4047 Neal Road (corner of Skyway and Neal) offers an array of legal services and a free 30-minute consolation. Call Joe at (530) 864-1061 or email Joe@joeschultzlaw.com.

Paradise Square Banquet Room (behind the Chamber) 5550 Skyway Bring Your Own brown-bag lunch and hear updates from the Town of Paradise, including budget information, projects, and the upcoming ballot Measure V. Q & A will follow.

RSVP to Monica@paradisechamber.com or (530) 877-9356; seating is limited.

Thursday, October 25 Gabriella’s Eatery 6433 Skyway

Thursday, September 20

Chad Billings cut the ribbon to celebrate family-owned and operated Billings Photography’s relocation to 5550 Clark Road, Suite D. Contact Chad for family, wedding, and professional photos. (530) 519-2172, billingsportraits@gmail.com.

Lisa Family Pharmacy 5954 Clark Road

Thursday, September 27 Ever After Antiques and Vintage Chic 6025 Skyway

Saturday, October 6 The Butte County Fire Department Volunteer Company 25 10:00AM 3467 Durham Pentz Road, Butte Valley Followed by a Chili Feed at Earthworm Soil Factory, 2552 Clark Road. Proceeds support Butte County Fire Department volunteer Company 25.

The Ridge community turned out in force to celebrate the grand opening of Achieve Charter High School at 5852 Clark Road. Find out more about Paradise’s newest school choice by visiting achsparadise.org.

- Business Bites Tasty Lunch Networking October 16, 2018 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Join your fellow Chamber members for this lunchtime networking event. No fees aside from the cost of your lunch!

Cozy Diner • 6371 Skyway

Servpro of Chico/ Lake Almanor greeted the public at its pop-up ribbon cutting at Party in the Park. Offering 24 Hour Emergency Services for clean up and disaster recovery, Servpro can be reached at (530) 899-9141 or by visiting servprochico-lakealmanor.com.

Paradise Irrigation District celebrated the opening of its Demonstration Garden, designed to educate the community about best planting practices for conservation and sustainability. Visit the garden at 6344 Clark road, just north of the PID main office.

C.C. Custom Auto Specialists (530) 762-0436 8200 Skyway, Paradise

The Paradise Ridge Fire Safe Council is an organization of Ridge community members dedicated to educating the community on wildfire preparedness. Find out more at www.paradisefiresafe.org or visit the office at 5619 Black Olive Drive for resources.

Business

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June/July/August Renewing Members Member Since

Ace Rentals Big 5 Sporting Goods Butte County EMS Butte Valley Fire Company Inc. Casa De Paradiso Century 21 Select Real Estate Inc., Sue Mawer Children’s Community Charter School Community House Thrift Shop Cypress Meadows Post-Acute Damsel in Defense Dove’s Gypsy Heart Boutique Edward Jones Investments- Shannon Hurte Enloe Medical Center Explore Butte County Heritage Paradise Holiday Market Kalico Kitchen Made In Paradise Mid Valley Title & Escrow Co.

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Business

Member Since

Newton-Bracewell Cremation & Funeral Services 1999 Northern California Ballet 2012 Our Savior Lutheran Church 2001 Paradise Adventist Academy 2003 Paradise Chapel of the Pines 1986 Paradise Community Chorus 2016 Paradise Rod & Gun Club, Inc. 2007 Paradise Veterans Group 2017 Pet Sitting in Paradise 2016 SCORE 2002 Sherr and Associates 2017 Sierra Central Credit Union 1984 Sojourner’s House On the Ridge (SHOR) 2014 Sunshine Assisted Living 1998 The Cleaning Connection 1996 The Salvation Army Service Center Paradise 1994 The Screen & Window Shop 2011 Thomas Ace Hardware 1989 Tri Counties Bank 2017

Editors: Monica Nolan, Carol Peterson Advertising: Jill Williams ©2018

Production/Layout: Jeri Luce

5550 #1 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95967 530.877.9356 • Fax 530.877.1865 e-mail: info@paradisechamber.com

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For full listings and updated information, visit ParadiseChamber.com

ONGOING Paradise Elks Bingo

Sundays (except holiday weekends). Doors open 1:30 PM, games 2:30 PM

Elks’ Lodge, Grand Hall, 1100 Elk Lane $15 buy-in, $5 packs. Proceeds support Elks’ charities. 877-3977

“Tinsel Town Tuesdays” Every Tuesday, 2 PM

Paradise Ridge Senior Center, 877 Nunneley Road, 877-1733

Paradise Host Lions Club 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 6:45 PM

Cozy Diner, 6371 Skyway

Veterans Group Meeting (VFW, Legion, DAV) Every Tuesday, 7 to 8 PM

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group

do; he may be a serial killer!

Imaginations run wild in this hilarious adventure.

Apple Tree Village, 1400 Kilcrease Circle

Curves Strength Training Festival

2nd Wednesday, 10 AM to noon

Tai Chi at Feather Canyon

Every Thursday, 9 AM

Feather Canyon Retirement Community, 5900 Canyon View Drive

Paradise Rotary Every Thursday Noon for lunch

Paradise Lutheran Church, 780 Luther Drive

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Alternate Saturdays, 10 AM to 3 PM, except holiday weekends and 5th Saturdays

Paradise Veterans Memorial Hall, Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Road 6550 Skyway Wes Cochran, VFW Commander 680-6430 Sharing the Journey

Line Dancing Classes

Cancer Support Group

Every Tuesday morning, 10 to 11 AM

2nd and 4th Tuesday, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Paradise Elks’ Lodge, 1100 Elk Lane 872-4563.

The LiveWell Center, Beyond Fitness, 7224 Skyway

Tai Chi with Pyramid Michael

Better Breathers Club

Every Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30 to 7 PM

Norton Buffalo Hall, 5704 Chapel Drive, 588-0522

Paradise Town Council Meeting

Second Tuesday, 6 to 10 PM

Town Hall, 5555 Skyway

Open Mikefull

Wednesdays, 7 to 10 PM

Norton Buffalo Hall, 5704 Chapel Drive, 877-4995

Friday, September 14 thru Friday, October 19, 6:30 AM to 6 PM

6848 Skyway, Suite G, Holiday Shopping Plaza Many special events committed to educating women in our community about the importance of Strength Training. 877-8300 curves.com.

5th Annual Whisky & Wine Taste For A Cause Friday, September 14, 6 to 9 PM

Chico Women’s Club, 592 E. 3rd St., Chico Tasting Tickets, Presale $30, door $35. Appetizer Only, Presale $15, door $20. 343-7994 Ext. 1108.

Tickets online. wtcinc.org/5th-annual-whisky-wine or WTC’s Office, 2255 Fair St. Chico.

Zumba to End Alzheimer’s at the Elks’ Saturday, September 15, 10 to Noon

Paradise Elks, Grand Lodge 1100 Elk Ln. Suggested donation, $10.00, raffle The LiveWell Center, and refreshments - Jan, 877-3977, Beyond Fitness, 7224 Skyway Support Group for those living Shell, 872-3344. michelle.morwith COPD. Guest Speakers, re- ley@atriaseniorliving.com atriaparadise.com First Tuesday 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

freshments. Julie J. Howard, RCP, RRT. 876-7113

SEPTEMBER Theatre on the Ridge presents Women Jeopardy!

Thurs, Fri, Sat, thru Sept. 22, 7:30 to 10 PM Sunday matinees: thru Sept. 23, 2 PM

Unity in Diversity Festival

Saturday, September 15, 5 to 7 PM

Norton Buffalo Hall, 5704 Chapel Dr., opposite Gold Nugget Museum, off Pearson.

Every Wednesday, Music and dance performances, Theatre on the Ridge, 7:00 to 8:30 AM silent auction, plant sale, kids 3735 Neal Rd. Cozy Diner 6371 Skyway activities. Bring a chair or blanFree to attend. RSVP your atten- Divorcées Mary and Jo are ket. Free Admission. Donna, suspicious of their friend Liz’s new dance to Eryka Quintero, Monkey boyfriend. He’s not just a weir- bddolinar@comcast.net Business, 413-5115.

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BRIEFS, from page 1 of all Paradise businesses.

All Paradise businesses that have registered for a Town of Paradise business license have the option to appear in the business directory of “Keep it Paradise.” The Town’s objective is to assist each business in obtaining the proper license and/or permit to ensure proper compliance with the business license code for all businesses transacting businesses within Town limits.

You need a Business License if your business is located within the Paradise Town Limits or if your business provides service to Paradise residents or businesses, unless your business is exempt from licensing requirements. All businesses that obtain their license before January 1, 2019 will have their first year fee ($40) waived. For more information, visit www. townofparadise.com/index.php/businesses/business-license-information or call (530) 872-6291.

Paradise Friends of the Library Seeks Volunteers Paradise Friends of the Library is looking for volunteers who loves books and love our library. If you are willing to work a couple of hours each week, sorting and pricing books for weekly book sales, please contact PFOL. The book sales are

the Friends’ main source of income. Proceeds from the sales go to buy books, magazines and supplies for the library and to fund most of the youth and adult programs held at the library. To help out, email your contact information to: pfolnews@gmail.com.

New Manager at PID The Paradise Irrigation District (PID) welcomes Ed Fortner as its new District Manager. Mr. Fortner brings over 30 years water treatment and water management experience to the District. Ed’s most recent position was in Berea, Kentucky, where he supervised a team of 37 employees as Utility Director for the City of Berea Municipal Utilities.

Ed and his wife Rachel have recently purchased a home in Paradise and are looking forward to being a part of the Paradise community. Rachel Fortner, an attorney and yoga instructor, will be joining Ed within the next couple of weeks. PID’s former manager, George Barber, resigned in early 2017. During the last year, the District has been managed by Interim District Manager Kevin Phillips, a highly respected leader and the current CFO of the District. Mr. Fortner’s employment promises to keep the high levels of efficiency and morale currently experienced among District employees.

Chocolate Fest tops $200,000 in Support of Paradise Ridge Youth Youth organizations on the Paradise Ridge are celebrating the sweet success of this year’s 13th Annual Paradise Chocolate Fest. Leaders of the Paradise Chocolate Fest awarded over $21,000 to local youth groups. Held each May, the Paradise Chocolate Fest benefits non-profits providing educational, enrichment, leadership and recreational opportunities to youth on the Paradise Ridge. This year, twenty-three organizations benefited from the “sweet rewards” of the Fest. The Paradise Chocolate Fest was founded in 2006 by Bill and Pam Hartley, owners of Joy Lyn’s Candies, with the support of a multitude of volunteers. Since then, the Paradise Chocolate Fest has contributed over $200,000 in financial support to 45 organizations serving youth. Ranked among the top festivals in the state by Cal Expo, the Paradise Chocolate Fest is ‘choc-full’ of all day fun for the entire family. “I am proud to be a part of an organization that brings people together and gives back to the youth of our community. The Fest is a winning combination that’s as sweet as the chocolate we celebrate”, said Debbie LaPlant Moseley, Executive Director of Paradise Chocolate Fest.

Community Meeting - Homelessness and Health

Wednesday, September 19, 5 to 6:30 PM

St. Nick’s Episcopal Church, 5872 Oliver Rd. Exloring solutions to the Butte Countywide Homeless Continuum of Care and Butte County Department of Behavioral Health’s update of the county’s 10-Year Strategy to End Homelessness plan. Virginia, shorparadise@ gmail.com, shorparadise.org

9th Annual Dutch Oven Cook-Off

Saturday, September 22, 10 to 4:00 PM

Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. Delicious comestibles concocted in a (mostly) friendly competition, cash prizes. Free admission, food and beverages available for purchase. Live music, raffle. Steve ‘’Woody’’ Culleton, 521-1984, goldnuggetmuseum.com

State of the Town Community Meeting

Wednesday, September 26, 10 AM to Noon and 6:30 to 8:30 PM

Paradise Town Hall, Council Chambers, 5555 Skyway Paradise residents welcome. The Town budget, upcoming projects, an update on Measure C and upcoming ballot Measure V will be discussed. Learn more about these issues, ask questions, provide input. Colette, 872-6291 ext 112 ccurtis@townofparadise.com

Havana Nights

Friday, September 28, 6 to 10PM

The Palms - 2947 Nord Ave. Chico Fundraiser for Youth for Change.

Salsa dancing, open bar, Cuban food, silent auction, and more. $50 pp. www.youth4change.org

A Taste of History

Friday, September 28, 6:30 to 9:30 PM

Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. Courtesy Automotive Center, Joy Lyn’s Candies, and the Gold Nugget Museum present an evening of chocolate, wine, craft beers, and music. $25 museum members, $35 nonmembers. info@ goldnuggetmuseum.com

A Day in the Pines

Saturday, September 29, 10 to 4 PM

Paradise Elks’ Lodge 1100 Elk Ln. Live music, BBQ hamburgers, hot dogs and tri tip sandwiches. Craft faire, flea market. Free admission

Adventist Health Feather River Annual Health & Safety Expo

Sunday, September 30, Noon to 4 PM

Wellness Center, 7224 Skyway Free Admission. WiseneMM@ah.org adventisthealthfeatherriver.org

Atria Paradise, 1007 Buschmann Road RSVP the number of guests to Shell 872-3344. michelle.morley@atriaseniorliving.com

Indian Luncheon & Travelogue

Autumn Leaves Happy Hour

October 22, Noon to 3:30 PM

Friday, Sept. 21, 3:30 to 4:30 PM

Celebrate the first day of Feast on treats from India and Autumn with live music, hot stay for the India Travelogue and appetizers, drink of the day, lecture. party favors and more!

Parisian Luncheon & Travelogue Monday, Sept. 24, Noon to 3 PM

Frankenstein Friday Party Friday, October 26, 3:30 - 4:30 PM

Annual event with live music, party favors, best costume Feast on treats from the “City contest! of Lights” and stay for the Passages Caregiver Paris Travelogue.

Support Group

Karaoke Party

Every Wednesday starting Oct. 3, 6 to 7:30 PM

Every 2nd Thursday, 10 to 11:30 AM

Supporting those caring for a The soundtrack of our youth loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia. comes back!

Oktoberfest Happy Hour Friday, October 12, starting at 3:30 PM

New Outlook - Low Vision Support Group Every 3rd Monday, 1:30 to3 PM

The latest information and aids Live music, hot appetizers, to help you keep the sight you drink of the day, party favors have and help improve your and more! vision.

OCTOBER New Venture Series for Start-Up Businesess 4 Weeks Series October 3, 10, 17, 24, 8:30 to 10:30 AM

Butte College SBDC 2480 Notre Dame Blvd., Chico Essential information for starting a new business and new business owners. Learn the legal requirements for business startup, how to assess your market and plan for direction, obtain funding, and calculate start-up costs and best practice for completing a business plan. $50 pp pre-paid or $60 at door. Sophie 895-9017. buttecollegesbdc.com, Konuwaso@butte.edu

Paradise Recreation and Park District Bike Fair Saturday, October 6, 11 to 4:00 PM

Moore Road Ball Fields 6705 Moore Rd. Pump track demonstration, bike safety tips, bicycle shops, bicycle clubs and food trucks. Learn about the great biking areas in Paradise. 872-6393, Paradise@ PRPD.com

participate in a quick discussion about the benefits and effects of Strength Training or even try a workout. Jeni, 877-8300. curvesparadise@gmail.com

The Peter Turner Coffeehouse

October 19, 6:30 to 10 PM

Center for Spiritual Living, 789 Bille Rd. A showcase for local talent. Beer, wine, and snacks available for purchase. Cost: Donation. Julie, 877-5673 www.paradisecsl.org

NOVEMBER Theatre on the Ridge presents High Noon on Wall Street Thurs, Fri, Sat, Nov. 1 thru 17, 7:30 to 10 PM Sunday matinees: Nov. 4 thru 18, 2 PM

Theatre on the Ridge, 3735 Neal Rd. In a classic showdown of good versus evil, High Noon gets a modern twist as our hero faces down a pack of corporate raiders. All that drama is set to the tune of your favorite hits from the past.

SHOR 6th Annual Fundraising Dinner Friday, November 2, 5:30 to 8 PM

Johnny Appleseed Days Saturday, Oct. 6, 10 to 5:00 PM Sunday, Oct. 7, 10 to 4:00 PM

Terry Ashe Park, 6626 Skyway The oldest harvest festival in the state. Monica, monica@paradisechamber.com See page one for more information.

Open House Mixer at Curves Paradise Thursday, October 11, 5:30 to 6:30 PM

6848 Skyway, Suite G, Holiday Shopping Plaza Strength Training Festival Mixer!

Enjoy a glass of wine, and

CMA church, 6491 Clark Rd. Annual dinner/silent auction fundraiser Doors open at 5:15 for auction. $30 pp. 872-1162. www.shorparadise.org

Fine Wine & Brews

Saturday, November 3, 2 to 5 PM

Paradise Elks’ Lodge, Grand Hall, 1100 Elk Ln. Pine Ridge Women’s Club annual benefit for the Alma Collins Scholarship Fund. Local wineries, breweries, food, drawings, and door prizes. $25 tickets Shirley 8727523 or Alane (714) 393-2317. info@pineridgewc.org

Exp. Dec. 31, 2018

Exp. Dec. 31, 2018

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