Ridge Business Journal: April/May 2014

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RIDGE BUSINESS JOURNAL www.paradisechamber.com

April/May 2014

Connecting the Ridge Business Community

Annual Local Shopper Fair drink.

On Wednesday, May 15, we encourage you to grab a handful of business cards, leave work on time, polish your elevator speech and take this opportunity to connect with businesses, organizations, and the Ridge community faceto-face. Booths are free to new Chamber members, and only $25 to members in good standing. Eat, Drink, Buy Paradise is FREE to attend.

Eat, Drink, Buy Paradise takes place Wednes-

Julie Sawyer of Premier Designs Jewelry showed off her wares at the 2013 event. For jewelry or to host a party, contact Julie on 327-7901

By Monica Nolan

Executive Director, Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce

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n Wednesday, May 15, the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce invites the Ridge community to Eat, Drink, and Buy Paradise! This local shopper appreciation fair encourages residents to celebrate local industry and the individuals who work to ensure high quality, opportunity and choice on the Ridge. The public is invited to learn about local businesses and network

while enjoying snacks and a no-host bar.

Because local businesses are essential to the vitality of our local economy and character, your Chamber organizes this event each spring to spotlight new members and connect business with community. Paradise Chamber is committed to promoting the local exchange of goods and services, and fostering the relationships that are the foundation of a healthy, sustainable community. The public and business community is invited for networking, information, giveaways, food and

day, May 15 at 5:30 pm at The PLaCe, 780 Luther Drive, between CVS and Terry Ashe Park. Chamber members will feature their wares and services, and offer raffle prizes at this annual networking event. At last year’s event, 40 happy shoppers walked away with prizes including Chamber Merchant gift certificates redeemable at 80 different local merchants, gift baskets from Joy Lyn’s Candies and CocoAmatrice; free karate lessons from Epperson’s Kenpo Karate; gift basket of office supplies courtesy of Gitman and Associates; an Acupuncture Treatment and/or Herb Consultation from Heavenly Herbs & Acupuncture; a free swim pass from Paradise Recreation and Parks District; Theatre tickets from Theatre On the Ridge, Tupperware courtesy of Catherine Vaiasicca, and consultations from Whole Food Medicine. For information about these and other local businesses, visit the business directory on paradisechamber.com.

For information and appliMyGirlFriend: Barry and Marilyn Stein of My Girlfriend’s cations, please contact Monica@ Closet. Visit MGC at 6141 Skyway for new and consignment paradisechamber.com; 877-9356. ladies’ wear and locally-produced handicrafts and gifts.

2014 Gold Nugget Days Merchant Decorating Contest

By Monica Nolan

Executive Director, Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce

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he Gold Nugget Museum and the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce will once again to pardner up to promote our local gold! Look for local merchants gussied up for the Annual Gold Nugget Days Merchant Decorating Contest. This year’s theme is “Gold Country.” Businesses will celebrate the rich gold rush history of the Ridge, and to encourage customers to visit their festive general store, mercantile, bank, parlor or saloon while indulging their inner barmaid, shop keeper, crusty ol’ miner or sheriff.

The “People’s Choice” category invites the entire Ridge Community into local businesses, and then asks them to help select winners by voting online. Please visit the following businesses and vote online at paradisechamber.com from April 14.

Among the businesses participating in this year’s contest are: Baskin-Robbins Aunt Mabel’s Feather Canyon Retirement Community Uniquely Yours Pearson Road Collision Repair Youth for Change- Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center The Screen & Window Shop A-1 Check Cashing of Paradise

Business Briefs

Kids Fishing Day April 19

Hundreds of little anglers will get an introduction to one of the area’s best outdoor activities—fishing!—at the annual Kids Fishing Day, slated for Saturday, April 19 at Paradise Lake.

This popular annual event is sponsored by Paradise Irrigation District (PID). Kids Fishing Day features free raffles, prizes for catching tagged as well as “big” fish and a snack bar— and that’s all in addition to the opportunity to reel in some of the more than 4,400 pounds of catchable size trout, including trophy-size trout weighing seven pounds and more. The day of family fun begins at 6 am and continues until 3 pm. Kids may fish at Paradise Lake’s Picnic Area as well as the North Shore area. Youths ages 3 to 15 will be permitted to fish; parents and grandparents are encouraged to provide assistance only. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. PID employees, local residents and service clubs contribute their time to plan and staff this popular event.

Local businesses also support it through donations of funds to purchase trout to stock the lake as well as fishing/outdoor-related raffle prizes, food for the event’s snack bar and gift certificates for kids. Paradise Lake opens to the public for boat use on April 26. Questions? Call PID at 877-4971.

Center for Spiritual Living Celebrates 65 Years

The Center for Spiritual Living is celebrating its 65th anniversary year with a full and varied program for the entire community. Recent events include a dinner and concert with talented musicians from Grass Valley, Billy Bensing & Kellie Garmire; a healing ceremony with the Tibetan Monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastery; Sacred Sound Bath; and the CSL Coffeehouse, featuring local musicians and

A-1 Check Cashing took First Place, Small Business in last year’s contest. Cheryl and Michael Larmore and crew found a cure for Gold Fever.

BRIEFS, continues on page 4

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Business Community Speaks out about Downtown Safety Project

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he Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce surveyed its members and other community stakeholders in order to assess opinion regarding the Downtown Paradise Safety Project which will redesign Skyway between Pearson and Elliott roads, reducing the number of lanes from two lanes in each direction (4-lane layout) to one lane in each direction with a center two-way left-turn lane.

According to the Town of Paradise:

By Monica Nolan

Executive Director, Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce

The objective of the Downtown Paradise Safety Project is to address existing challenges along Skyway between Vista Way and Elliott Road. In the previous 10 years, over 90 injury collisions have occurred in

Keeping our small business owners here and financially happy is the life blood of this community.

Paradise resident

these limits, including 3 fatalities. The absolute priority for the subject project is safety. The Downtown Paradise Safety Project presents an opportunity for a public investment in the community by creating a safer commercial corridor which addresses high speeds, difficult crosswalks, limited parking, common collision hazards, and an aging roadway. These objectives may be achieved by accepting a reduction in lanes and small delays in travel time during the peak commute periods.

In addition to enhancing safety, the slowing of traffic between Pearson and Bille Roads is expected to enhance the vitality of the downtown by slowing traffic and creating a more pedestrianfriendly environment.

The Town of Paradise has actively engaged the community in soliciting input for this project, and many skeptics have been converted after viewing the Downtown Safety Project presentation, which is available online at TownofParadise. com. Although 44% of our survey respondents reported that they did not view the presentation, our survey results indicate that the majority of those surveyed view the project in a favorable light.

On May 13, Paradise Town Council will meet for Consideration of Final Plans and Specifications in Council Chambers at Paradise Town Hall, 5555 Skyway, at 6:00pm

I would like to see improvements in Ithe would like to see Downtown in order to promote improvementsin the and foster the downtown business Downtown in order to economy through tourism and promoteand visitation. foster the downtown business Paradise resident & business owner economy through tourism and visitation.

Paradise resident& Business Owner

I so appreciate that the Downtown Safety Project grant monies are available to Paradise. The Downtown is so overdue for safety and road improvements! A slight slow down of traffic of only 13 seconds is nothing if it saves a life or injury. Plus the grant includes a road overlay, which is so needed on the Skyway.

The other huge plus is the attraction of customers and new businesses and blight improvement to the Downtown. I see no negatives with this project, only positive changes.

Paradise resident & business owner

Downtown Paradise should be a safe place for people to shop, cross the street, walk, cycle, and drive. It is a commuter route that needs to flow freely without interfering with our doing business and making money. I feel Paradise’s first priority is to Paradise. If someone wants to live in one town, pass through ours, and work in another town they are welcome to do that; however they need to be respectful of our town of Paradise.

Paradise resident & business owner

Let’s do it.

Paradise resident & business owner

Keep the main downtown area on Skyway looking nice and more attractive to visitors—it’s the first impression of our town. I think more visitors will be drawn from Chico and other areas to visit the new skating rink in winter, and it behooves the town to create an ambiance that makes people want to return for skating, shopping and other opportunities. And when they come, they should feel they can cross the street safely and find easy parking opportunities.

Magalia resident

Reduction of vehicle accidents and personal accidents is primary here-not commute times! Paradise resident

& business owner

Paradise is the only town of its size that I know of that doesn’t have a dedicated downtown that is conducive to walking, easyaccess shopping, and with restaurants to enjoy. The traffic corridor and the septic issues seem to be two of the problems.

I have missed having a “stroll-friendly” downtown for 42 years.

How wonderful it would be to take visitors to “Downtown Paradise.” Well, perhaps in our lifetime... Paradise resident

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Historic Table Mountain Masonic Lodge finds a place in Paradise Bill Richards

Worshipful Master Table Mountain Masonic Lodge # 124 and Brother Boydstun

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to $5.00 a month, reflecting the decline of the Cherokee community.

Slow growth eventually precipitated another move, this time to Paradise. In 1936, the lodge brethren constructed a building out of native stone on property donated by Dr. Mack and his wife. The cost was not to exceed five thousand dollars.

This was a very serious undertaking, considering there was only $371.00 cash on hand at the time.

After a couple of winters, it was discovered that the native stone was porous and the south and east wall leaked like a sieve from the wind-driven rains. Brethren who worked for P.G. &E. alleviated this problem through application of gunnite to the temple. The

able Mountain Masonic Lodge has been a proud member of the Paradise community since the early 1930’s, having travelled to the Ridge by way of Oroville and Cherokee.

Oroville Lodge # 103 was barely a year and a half old when it became apparent that a second lodge was needed, and thus Table Mountain Lodge was organized in 1857.

The first Master of Table Mountain Lodge #124 was George H. Crosette, who had traded his prosperous hotel and ranch for the “Butte Record” newspaper that was published at Bidwell at the time (a river town near Hamilton City) and was moved to Oroville and then to Chico, finally becoming the Enterprise-Record. Charles F. Lott was the first Master of Table Mountain Lodge #124 in 1858.

Another notable charter Masons serve their member of Table Mountain communities in many Lodge was Brother Ruel C. ways, through leaderGridley who was instrumenship in their churches, tal in establishing the Saniwork on public boards, tary Commission which later work on social boards, became the American Red as educators, menCross. tors and examples in In 1863, in the town of the community. As Austin, Nevada, Brother a lodge we support Gridley lost a bet and had to public schools with carry a sack of flour uphill our “Raising a reader” for a mile and a half, while Program, our Public the town’s band played “John Schools Award Night Brown’s Body Lies a Moldand by providing a ering in the Grave,” after Masonic Scholarship which Brother Gridley sugto a deserving high gested that the sack of flour school student. be auctioned off with the Other branches winner returning the flour to of masonry include be re-auctioned again. Dem- Bob Rathbun, PM & Fred Green - with Green’s architectural drawing of 1936 York Rite Members, onstrating the philanthropy Temple construction.

Scottish Rite Memthat is a hallmark of Masonbers and Shriners. ry, Brother Gridley traveled the union and first meeting of Table Mountain Lodge in Shriners are a branch of Masons focused raised over $290,000 for the relief of the its current location at the corner of Clark on fun, fellowship and philanthropy. On destitute and suffering soldiers of the Civil and Elliott was January 9, 1937. Sixty-nine the Ridge, the Shriners participate in Gold War. He later became a postmaster of Para- members were in the lodge at that time. By Nugget Days and provide transportation to dise City in Stanislaus County.

1949 the membership had increased to 124. the Shrine Hospital. Last year, Shriners here At the end of 1870, Table Mountain Masonry is often thought of as a “Secret on the Ridge drove 78 trips to Sacramento Lodge only had 29 members. In 1871, after Society” but is in fact a fraternal organizaShrine Hospital carrying 95 patients and 14 years in Oroville, Table Mountain Lodge tion. Like any other fraternity we have spetheir families for treatment. They traveled moved to Cherokee where it remained for cial ways of recognizing each other that are a total of 15,018 miles and donated 1272 sixty-four years. When Table Mountain not known to the wider community. The hours of their time.

Lodge first moved to Cherokee, it met above purpose of our degree work, or progressive One of the best kept secrets of Masonry the old Bader store, which was later deemed stages of advancement in the lodge, is develis that we cannot ask anyone to become a unsafe from cowans and eavesdroppers. opment of morality, truth, and justice. We Mason. A man must approach any one of us Thereafter, they met at the Oddfellows Hall are not a religion but we do encourage each and ask about Masonry. This allows men to and paid rent of $120 a year. This was later member to be a member of his own faith form an idea of what we are about through reduced to $8.00 per month and then again and to engage in its practice.

our actions and activities in the community.

The facilities at the Paradise Lodge include two lodge rooms, a commercial kitchen and a dining or social hall. All of these are available for rental use and can accommodate up to 250 people. If you wish to see if the lodge is suitable for your next meeting or function please contact us at either 530-877-5390 or 530-878-0950.

On April 29th we will have a ceremony honoring the outstanding students, teachers, administrators and classified employees of our fantastic school district. The event will start at 7PM and the public is cordially invited to join us for this evening.

If you have any questions regarding our organization please contact 530-872-1343.

On Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00 -6:00p.m., Table Mountain Lodge is host to CocoAmatrice Chocolate Salon. Visit the Historic Lodge at 5934 Clark Road while enjoying chocolate, gelato and specialty beverages.

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PID board adopts community-wide goal of 20% reduction

Overview of new wise water use guidelines * Water when?

George Barber

General Manager, Paradise Irrigation District

It’s our community’s water—and we need to save it for our future.

That’s the reasoning behind the April adoption of a water conservation program by the Paradise Irrigation District board of directors. The plan was approved after input from district committees and a public hearing; it is in effect immediately. This resolution affects local residents and the business community and includes a community-wide conservation goal of 20% decrease in usage, implementation of water restrictions and suggestions for wise water use practices.

Rather than a mandatory reduction in usage, directors voted to ask customers to actively conserve water on a voluntary basis with a goal of 20% water usage reduction community-wide. Also included in the plan are landscape restrictions (time/day/amount) and guidelines for wise water use.

Adoption and enforcement of the plan allows PID to delay or avoid declaring a water shortage emergency and provides assistance in minimizing the effects of a drought within our community.

Per the state water code, violations of the water conservation plan may be prosecuted as a misdemeanor. Repeat offenders, at the discretion of the district, may be placed on the district’s highest tiered payment rate or be subject to other administrative penalties.

The full text of the resolution and the plan is available at ParadiseIrrigation.com. Customers may also request a copy by calling 877-4971.

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No outdoor watering between 10 am and 8 pm.

No more than 15 minutes a day per station.

Water only on even/odd days, based on the last digit in your street address. For example, an address of 6254 waters only on even days; 6253 waters on odd days. No watering on the 31st day of a month.

Water what?

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No washing driveways or hard surfaces.

No watering overspray on to paved or hardscaped areas (sidewalks, drives).

When washing your vehicle, only use a bucket or a hose with a shut-off nozzle.

Water around our community: • •

Customers at ridge restaurants must ask for a glass of water; it will not be served automatically.

Ridge motels and hotels must offer guests the option of no daily linen/towel service.

Your responsibilities: • • •

If PID notifies you that you have a leak, it’s your responsibility to repair it promptly.

Voluntary 20% reduction in water use by all customers.

Report any water waste you see to PID; call 530/876-2055.

* Exceptions are made for various types of low-flow watering systems. See full resolution for details.

Briefs from page 1 poets sharing their talent. These events were thoroughly enjoyed by the community. A Chamber mixer takes place on Thursday, June 12th at 5:30 pm to kick off Party in the Park Music & Marketplace. Please save the date and plan to attend for community and refreshments. Beginning on Thursday, June 19th, Rev. Andy Torkelson will once again have an information booth at Party in the Park Music & Marketplace. He hopes you’ll stop by for a visit. Please check www.paradisecsl.org/events-calendar for popular events.

Allstate Agency Owner Ken Baker Earns Prestigious Service Designation

Business leader and Allstate exclusive agency owner Ken Baker of Baker & Baker Agency, Inc. has been designated an Allstate Premier Agency for 2014. The Allstate Premier Agency designation is bestowed on less than 48 percent of Allstate’s nearly 10,000 agency owners across the country. This designation is being presented to Allstate agency owner Ken Baker for his outstanding business performance and commitment to putting customers at the center of his agency’s work. “The Premier Agency designation is not just about Ken’s successful business results,” said Allstate local sales leader Marrie Nyunt. “The honor also demonstrates Ken’s commitment in being accessible to customers and using his knowledge to help ensure customers have the insurance products they need to protect themselves and their family.” In 2013, $29 million was given by The Allstate Foundation, Allstate, its employees and agency owners to support local communities.

Allstate employees and agency owners donated 200,000 hours of service across the country.

The Baker & Baker Agency, Inc. is located at 5498 Skyway, Suite A in Paradise and can be reached at (530) 872-4644.

Local Resident Joins Edward Jones Team

Merrie Wales recently joined the 5498 Skyway Suite B office of the financial services firm Edward Jones as a branch office administrator (BOA) trainee. “A BOA is not only responsible for the daily operation of the branch, but also must provide top-level client service and marketing support for my activities,” said Shannon Hurte, local financial advisor for the firm.

Edward Jones provides financial services for

individual investors in the United States and, through its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work. Edward Jones financial advisors work directly with clients to understand their personal goals — from college savings to retirement ­— and create long-term investment solutions that emphasize a well-balanced portfolio and a buyand-hold strategy.

Joy Lyn’s Employee Gives Up Chocolate for Beer

Scott Randall, long time employee and nephew of Joy Lyn’s Candies’ owners Pam and Bill Hartley, is moving to Asheville, North Carolina where Sierra Nevada is opening an east coast brewery. Scott will be in charge of setting up the Touring Department. Scott began working at Joy Lyn’s as a young teenager and over the years had become an excellent chocolatier and candy maker. In 2009, Joy Lyn’s partnered with Sierra Nevada Brewery and made the now famous and award winning Pale Ale Beer Brittle.

Scott began working part-time as a tour guide for Sierra Nevada in 2012 while also working for Joy Lyn’s. He was the envy of many since his career combined the best of both worlds… chocolate and beer. The Joy Lyn’s folks gave Scott a farewell and good luck send-off with a “He’s Deserting Us” dessert bar party.

YourCableStore.com receives two awards

Nathan and Amy Arendt are the recipients of the Small Business Administration Sacramento District 2014/15 Exporter of the Year Award, and the Butte College Small Business Development Center Small Business of the Year. Their business YourCableStore.com. is an online retail cable/computer supply store. Nathan started his business on a shoestring in his college bedroom in Los Angeles, California in 2002 by selling a variety of electronics on eBay. He moved to Paradise and continued his business in his garage.

In 2006 Nathan and his wife moved the business to a commercial location. YourCableStore. com offers over 1,000 products for sale in audio/ visual, cable organization, installation, computer, mobile accessories, musician, and security on its website at www.yourcablestore.com and through Amazon.com. YourCableStore.com 6899 Clark Rd, Unit A, Paradise, CA 95969, (530) 924-441, X901

The Screen & Window Shop Celebrates 40 Years with New Products

The Screen & Window Shop is offering innovative products generally available only in larger cities. The Screen & Window Shop is the only dealer north of Sacramento to offer an ‘invisible’ retractable screen door that doesn’t “SNAP” back! ClearView is the only disappearing screen door with the patented Safe-Glide Speed Reducer so the door does not snap when it’s released into the cassette. Also, The Screen & Window Shop offers an ‘invisible’ sliding security screen door for patio and french doors. This hinged security screen door with MeshTec technology has received great reviews from customers here on the Ridge. Now with the sliding version of this door, you can leave your patio doors unlocked while feeling secure! They come with deadbolt locks, and tamper-impact resistant screen mesh, allowing great airflow and protection from the sun’s harmful rays all in one product. It’s really an all-in-one security screen door! To see any of the new displays, stop by 7654 Skyway or call 877-4561 for more information.

Whole Food for the Whole Person

When you come in to Whole Food Medicine, you can expect that your concerns will be heard. An “Initial Exam” consists of a Toxicity Questionnaire, a System Survey Questionnaire, as well as Reflex point analysis, and Nutritional Response Testing. With these tests, food sensitivities, heavy metal or toxic chemical issues, or immune challenges can be assessed. The initial exam lasts an average of three 3 hours, split into two separate appointments. Whether you are in good health and want to keep it that way, or if you have health concerns, Whole Food Medicine strives to keep you strong from a “Foundational” standpoint and offers custom tailored nutritional protocols that address “what ails you.” Contact Tracie Feldhaus, Certified Nutritionist, 5550 Skyway Suite B, 566-6116, traciefeldhaus@traciefeldhauswholefoodnutrition. com.

Local Author Pens New Book

Local Military history author B.J.”Bonnie” Bryan recently published a new book. Escape With a Silent Roar tells the heroic story of three World War II Pilots. These tales of bravery in the heat of air combat are filled with emotion and intrigue. Available from Bonnie Bryan, bonnie-bryan@comcast.net, 877-1387, or on amazon com.

‘Ohana Health Welcomes Hypnotherapist

As a 2008 graduate of the world renowned Hypnotherapy Institute in Corte Madera, Lucinda Balgooyen is a State Certified Hypnotherapist and member of the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners. She guides individuals into a state of restful alertness, producing extraordinary levels of relaxation for mind, body and emotions. Read more about ‘Ohana Health on http://www.ohanahealth.net or visit 757 Fir Street.

PostNet Celebrates Brand New Copier

PostNet is offering monthly specials to celebrate its new printer that produces high quality color and black & white copies at a great price.

Stop in for a quote for your monthly newsletter, membership booklets, posters, banners, brochures and business cards. PostNet staff are happy to help you out with any project, from design to printing to packaging and sending and more. PostNet is located in the Safeway Shopping Center next door to Round TablePizza.

872.8554.

Paradise Depot Gets a Face Lift

Thanks to Tim McGrath and his committee, the historic Paradise Depot has undergone some drastic improvements. Visit the Depot to view a scale model of the Butte County railroad that ran the 33 mile stretch from the Diamond Match Factory in Barber (Chico) all the way to the Diamond Lumber Mill in Stirling City. The young (or young at heart) will enjoy pushing the button to set the train off to wind itself around the museum. The Depot hours are Saturday and Sunday 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm. The Depot is in need of volunteers to work a 4 hour shift at least once a month. Call the Gold Nugget Museum at 8728722 for further information. Paradise Depot, Paradise Community Park, 5570 Black Olive.

Realize the Dream of Home Ownership with the BLUETEAM

Cindy Haskett and Troy Davis of Coldwell Banker Ponderosa have launched the BLUETEAM to provide expert service to their clients.

BLUETEAM offers specialized services, including a moving van to current and past clients and vendors. Other services include 24-hour automatic email listings with BLUETEAM alerts, instant access to thousands of online listings, and dedicated relocation expertise. Contact Troy Davis and Cindy Haskett, (530) 961-3400 or BlueTeamCB.com

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Chamber and LeTip Get Down to Business

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n Thursday, March 20, members of LeTip International and Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce teamed up at Sierra Hall Meetings and Dances to present a mini business expo. More than forty businesses were represented, and many attendees walked away with prizes from our local merchants and service providers.

LeTip Chapters meet weekly to exchange qualified leads, build solid business relationships, develop strong presentation skills and become proficient networkers. Only one representative of any given profession is accepted into a chapter, and members are chosen for their occupational expertise.

The Paradise LeTip Club meets each

Tuesday at 7AM at Cozy Diner, 6371 Skyway, to exchange tips or business referrals. Small business owners seeking to increase their business are invited to visit a LeTip meetings to see how LeTip can put dollars in their pockets.

According to Paradise LeTip Club president Chelle Burton, co-owner with her husband Jeff of Mind Your Business, her relationships within LeTip generated $13,000 in revenue for her company last year.

For more information about LeTip, phone (530) 873-3266 or email chelle. burton@yahoo.com

Bradley Jenks of Norcal Quality Automotive at 8710 Skyway will keep your vehicle on the road.

Jeanne Fogelman shared information about Bidwell Title at 145 Pearson Road. Bidwell Title & Escrow Company is your only locally owned and operated title company in Butte County.

Scenes from the Rotary Mixer Phil Cisneros of Lisa Family Pharmacy at 14137 Lakeridge Court in Magalia described LPT’s exemplary customer service and special services such as home delivery.

Paradise Chamber and Paradise Rotary co-hosted a mixer at Smokie Mountain Steak House. Present were Pam Gray of Rose Chapel, Justin Miley of Rabobank, Paradise Rotary President John Rank, and Steve and Lori Crowder of A Stitch Above Paradise.

Proud Sponsor of the

Diane Penna and Linda Taylor of Nevin & Witt Insurance. Visit 6848H Skyway in the Holiday Plaza for auto, home, life, health or business coverage.

Tina McNeil of Access Real Estate Lending offered mortgage expertise and SWAG.

Mitch Miller of Miller Glass. Visit 5999 Foster Road for a full service glass shop including auto, home, commercial and new construction.

Dina McSpadden of The Screen and Window Shop showcased innovative products for home and business.

Photo courtesy of Mountain Thyme Photography

Paradise Center for Spiritual Living was represented by Paradise Chamber Secretary of the Board Julie Cooke.

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1183 Bille Road, Paradise t 872-9167 Celebrating 45 Years of Making Premium Chocolates in Paradise

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Ribbon Cuttings and Mixers The public is always 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, 5:30pm

May 1 Law Office of Maximilian G. Barteau

May 22 40th Anniversary Celebration: The Screen & Window Shop

7076 B Skyway in Ponderosa Professional Center, across from Smokie Mountain Steak House

7654 A Skyway

May 29 Care Net

May 8 The Blue Team Coldwell Banker Ponderosa Real Estate

Cobblestone Professional Center, Clark Road

June 12 Mixer at The Center for Spiritual Living 789 Bille Road

7020 Skyway Phil and & Lynn Richardson were accompanied by Cheryl Allagree when they cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of Lynn’s Touch of Hope Therapeutic Massage at 6555 Skyway.

Eat, Drink, Buy Paradise ~ Local Shopper Fair May 15 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

The PLaCe, Paradise Lutheran Church, 780 Luther Drive Raffle prizes! Have a drink, a snack and a chat with your colleagues, customers, and prospects.

Booths are FREE to new Chamber members.

The Public always welcome. Contact Monica Nolan, (530) 877-9356. monica@paradisechamber.com

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Bartlett’s Hearing Aid Center

Mountain Meadow Lodge

6573 Clark Road, Suite B • 588-9837

585 Bille Road • 872-1351

Beau’s Country Baby Boutique & More

Organizing Solutions by Dot

815 Elliott Road Suite D • 872-1120 Pam and Bill Hartley of Joy Lyn’s Candies celebrate the chocolate Factory’s 45th Anniversary.

Berg Painting

Paradise Travel

1001 Bille Road • 872-0285

518-8397

Ridge Home Care

Butte County Painters & General Contracting

14439 Skyway Suite A Magalia • 762-7030

5660 Skyway • 876-0610

Ridge Telephone Directory Upstart Publishing Inc.

Hurff Appraisal Group (661) 303-3675

1001 Bille Road • 876-8616

James Gallagher - Candidate for Assembly

Paradise Chamber member Al Petersen for Butte County Assessor 2014 hosted a meet & greet at Cozy Diner.

6362 Graham Road • 877-1805

Simplistic Realty

P.O. Box 62, Nicolaus • 420-5066

Patricia Wood Elkerton, Attorney at Law

5910 Clark Road, Suite Q4 • 519-4065

92 Pearson Road Suite B • 899-1999

Susan G. Thomas Century 21 Select

5350 Skyway • 872-6847

BIG THANKS TO OUR RENEWING MEMBERS: Business

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In attendance at the Elks Martini Madness Mixer were County Supervisor and Chocolate King Candidate Doug Teeter, Don and Dina McSpadden of The Screen and Window Shop, and Pam and Bill Hartley of Joy Lyn’s Candies.

877-4519

5810 Clark Rd.

“We Rent What You Need!

- Over $100 “We Rent What You Need!

Mon-Sat: 8am-5pm Sun: 9am-1pm

One per customer. Not valid with any other offers. Exp. 12-31-14

One per customer. Not valid with any other offers. Exp. 12-31-14

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AJ Overhead Door Allstate-Baker & Baker Insurance Agency, Inc. American Capital Corporation Aunt Mabel’s General Store Bicycle Shop Big O Tires Black Bear Diner Butte Community College Care Net of Paradise Center for Spiritual Living Chapelle de L’Artiste Chateau & Retreat Clark Road Animal Hospital Del Johnson Air Conditioning & Heating Dobrich Septic Service Fidelity National Title Co. La Comida #2 McKinnon & Associates Mountain Thyme Photography Paradise Chocolate Fest Paradise Church of Christ

2012 2005 2013 1998 1998 2005 2008 1992 2005 1986 2005 2000 2003 1998 2004 1979 2009 2009 2011 1998

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Paradise Cinema 7 Paradise Community Wellness Connection Paradise Direct Web Services Paradise Host Lions Paradise Lutheran Church Paradise Pines Property Owners Assoc.

Paradise Unified School District Pearson Road Collision Repair Pinecrest Mobile Home Park PostNet Quail Trails Village MH & RV Park Rabobank, N.A. Robert B. Anderson, CFP® Senator Jim Nielsen Smokie Mountain Steak & Smoke House Spray Chem Chemical Company Trailhead Adventures, LLC Tuscan Ridge Golf Club Whole Food Medicine

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To submit your event visit www.paradisechamber.com

ONGOING Theatre on the Ridge Presents

“Leading Ladies”

Friday and Saturday April 18, 19 Theatre on the Ridge, 3735 Neal Road A farce centering on two down-on-theirluck Shakespearean actors involving cross dressing and wacky highjinks. Tickets $16 General / $20 Reserved / $22 Door. Student/Senior Discount Nights Thursdays, $12 at the door only.

Ticket Outlets Chico: The Vagabond Rose, Paradise: Fir Street Gallery & Gifts. Tickets Online: www.totr.org. Box Office: 877-5760. www.totr.org

Theatre on the Ridge presents “Other Desert Cities” Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays May 29 through June 21 Sunday Matinees June 8, 15, 22 Theatre on the Ridge, 3735 Neal Road Considered one of the hottest tickets on Broadway in 2012, TOTR is delighted to present this funny, poignant and often heartbreaking new play! Tickets $16 General / $20 Reserved / $22 Door. Student/Senior Discount Nights Thursdays, $12 at the door only. Ticket Outlets Chico: The Vagabond Rose, Paradise: Fir Street Gallery & Gifts. Tickets Online: www.totr.org. Box Office: 530-877-5760. www.totr.org

Gold Nugget Days

Thursday, April 24

Thursday-Sunday April 24-27

Saturday, April 26

• Appreciation Lunch 11:30a.m. Awards Gold Nugget Days Donkey Derby • Museum 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m. Exhibits 9:00 to 11:00am Magalia Community and gift shop open Church, 13700 Skyway, Magalia • Scout’s Spaghetti Feed 4:30-7:00p.m. Admission free. Donkeys meet at Paradise Ridge Senior Center Whiskey Flats and race up the hill to Old • Opening Ceremonies/Gold Nugget Magalia Church. Jeff Moon, 514-9007 Queen Contest 7:00p.m Paradise Performing Arts Center

Gold Nugget Days Craft Fair

Friday, April 25 • Museum 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m. Exhibits and gift shop open • HIGHLANDERS and MINERS BALL Veteran’s Hall - 2 Bands: Ha’Penny Bridge AND Big Mo and the Full Moon Band. $25.00 advance tickets, $30.00 at the door

Saturday, April 26

9:00am to 5:00pm Terry Ashe Park, 6626 Skyway. Paradise Recreation and Park District, 872-6393

Gold Nugget Days Parade 12:00pm Parade starts at Holiday Shopping Center, Skyway Traditional parade - everything a smalltown parade should be. Theme: “Gold Country.” paradisegoldnuggetdays.com

• Eagles Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast, Gold Nugget Museum Activities 7:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Eagles Hall, 9079 • Deep-Pit BBQ with live music by The Skyway Apologetiks 1:00-4:00p.m.

• DeMolay Pancake Breakfast, 7:00- • Old Time Country Fair and Carnival, 11:00a.m. Masonic Hall, 5964 Clark Road 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m.

• Museum 10:00a.m.-6:00p.m. Exhibits, • Children’s Costume Contest, Gift shop and Sweet shoppe open.

2:00p.m .

Melodrama -Dastardly Deeds at the

Depot~or~ Treachery on the Tracks

7:00p.m. Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Rd. $10.00 - Open Seating

Sunday, April 28 • Eagles Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast, 7:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Eagles Hall, 9079 Skyway • Museum 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m. Exhibits, Gift shop and Sweet shoppe open.

• Old Time Country Fair and Carnival, Noon-4:00p.m. Museum grounds • PRPD Craft Faire 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m.

Terry Ashe Park – 6626 Skyway at Elliott Road • Horse Festival, Noon-4:00p.m. Horseman’s Arena on Moore Road • Good Country Band, Noon-4:00p.m.

Museum grounds • BBQ Hoagies Noon-2:00p.m. Museum Grounds, • Badge Raffle 3:00p.m. Museum grounds *** More information contact Gold Nugget Museum, 872-8722 or paradisegoldnuggetdays.com

Ladies’ Club at Edward Jones The second Tuesday of every month, 10:30am to 12:30pm Edward Jones Investments, 5498 Skyway Suite B, Paradise

The second Wednesday of every month, 6:00pm to 7:30pm 562 Manzanita Ave, Suite 10, Chico Discuss current events, the economy and investing in a relaxed informal setting, a great way to get to know each other. Refreshments. Please call to let us know you are coming at 872-4339.

Hosted by Shannon Hurte and Merrie Wales.

Paradise Elks Bingo Every Sunday. Doors Open 3:00pm Paradise Elks Lodge, 1100 Elks Lane, Grand Hall, rear entrance

Samaritan Free Medical Clinic Every Sunday, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Paradise Lutheran Church, 780 Luther Drive Free basic medical care and mental health counseling. 872-7085

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Alternate Saturdays (Except holiday week-

ends and the 5th Saturday of any month) Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Road Book Sale hours 10am to 3pm, except holiday weekends and months with a 5th Saturday.

Kid’s Fishing Day Saturday, April 19, 6:00am to 3:00pm Paradise Lake, Lucretia Road, Magalia Paradise Irrigation District’s 16th Annual Kids’ Fishing Day. Open to kids ages 3-15. Raffles, prizes, and a snack bar. If you would like to make a contribution to Kid’s Fishing Day contact the PID Office.

877-4971.

Living Well in the Garden Tuesday, April 22, 6:30pm Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Road The public is invited to a Community Forum to discuss the ‘Living Well in the Garden’ project at the Paradise Elementary School. Seeking volunteers to help students with hands-on learning in the garden and year-round maintenance of the garden. Contact Sheri Braun, (530) 519-9925.

Dr. Todd Brandtman M.D., and Erwin Williams Present Dinner with the Doctor Thursday, April 24, 6:00pm Church of Christ, 1181 Pearson Road “Preparing a POLST (Physician Order for Life

Sustaining Treatment).” Dinner begins at 6:00 p.m. with lecture to follow. Dinner is $12, but you can attend the lecture at no cost. Reserve now.

Limited space and the lectures fill quickly. 530876-7154. www.frhosp.org

MAY Dance Evolution “On Broadway” Saturday, May 3, 12:00pm and 5:00pm

5th Annual Alliance Kingdom Builders Benefit Golf Tournament

Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Road

Friday, April 25 (All day) Bidwell Park Golf Course, 3199 Golf Course Road, Chico Four person scramble, blind, bogey draw. $75 per person and includes 18 hole green fees, power cart, tri-tip meal, raffle and prizes. Alliance Kingdom Builders is a ministry affiliated with Paradise Alliance Church and offers support to the community by holding free Car Care days, free Job Seeker workshops, free Computer Care and Education as well as free Home Repair. Contact Paradise Alliance Church, akbuilders.org or Tim Bolin 877-7069. timb@paradisecma.org

First Ice Cream Social of the Season Friday, April 25, 2:30pm to 3:30pm Atria Paradise (formerly Oak Knoll), 1007 Buschmann Road You scream! I scream! We all scream for ICE CREAM! Come to the 1st Ice Cream Social of the season for a Spring-time Sundae Treat on a Friday!

Contact: Shell Morley, (530) 872-3344. michelle.morley@atriaseniorliving.com

North Sierra Wine Trail “Bring Out the Barrel” Saturday, April 26 & Sunday April 27, 12:00pm to 5:00pm

Human Race and Walk for Life

Feather River Hospital Golf Tournament

Saturday, May 3, 7:30am to 11:00am

Monday, April 28, 11:00am Butte Creek Country Club, Chico Feather River Hospital will host its 27th annual fund-raising golf tournament to raise money for its Tele-Stroke Program.

The event will be held at the Butte Creek Country Club, in Chico. Includes a luncheon, dinner and live auction, an 18-hole scramble, and an awards ceremony. Registration at 11 a.m., and tee-off is at 1 p.m.

Last year’s tournament raised more than $27,000 for Paradise Meals on Wheels.

Contact Maureen Wisener, (530) 876-7208.

Maureen.Wisener@ah.org

Paradise Masons Honors Paradise Unified School District Tuesday, April 29, 7:00pm Table Mountain Lodge No. 124, F.&A.M., 5934 Clark Road A ceremony honoring the outstanding students, teachers, administrators and classified employees of our fantastic school district. The public is cordially invited to join us for this evening.

Paradise Community Park Contact: Ashley Lundberg, (530) 514-2995. ashleyl@careNetParadise.org

Kentucky Derby Day Wine & Micro-Brew Tasting Party Saturday, May 3, 12:30pm to 4:00pm The PLaCe at Paradise Lutheran Church, 780 Luther Dr. Paradise (next door to CVS Drugstore) Paradise’s premier tasting event featuring local wineries and breweries. Proceeds benefit two community programs providing free lunches and medical care for the Ridge community. Live streaming of the 140th running of the Kentucky Derby from Churchill Downs. Prizes for Derby day attire including fancy hats, funny money for race winners to spend on the silent auction, door prizes, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a photo booth, and live music. Mint Juleps, Derby Daiquiris and Kentucky Burgoo. Tickets $20 Advance/$25 Door. Paradise: PostNet, Fir Street Gallery/ Wine Room, Chamber of Commerce, and Paradise Lutheran Church. Magalia:

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Various Oroville locations Presented by the North Sierra Foothills Vintners’ Association. Come and visit 11 local wineries from Oroville to Dobbins during this annual event. $20 presale or $25 day of event.

Persephone’s Tool Box, Women’s Empowerment Class Saturday, April 26 - 2:00pm to 5:00pm ‘Ohana Health, 757 Fir Street Last class in a series. Learn new techniques for meditation, working with the Archangels and Guides, and claiming your divine sacred space for healing, the heart that is You! Class will be taught by Lisa Kiehn: Clairvoyant Healer and Angel Communicator. (530) 774-8290

The Tee’d Off @ Cancer Golf Tournament Sunday, April 27 (All day) Tuscan Ridge Golf Club, 3100 Skyway $85.00 includes 18 holes of golf, a tri tip dinner, live music by Esplanade, raffle prizes and a silent auction! All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Chico!

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Continued The Depot Café & Restaurant. Chico: Chico Masonic Lodge Open House Natural Foods Coop. Gwen Nordgren, 876-0726 Saturday, May 24 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm or 877-3549. highsierra8@comcast.net Table Mountain Lodge No. 124, F. &A.M. 5934 Clark Road Paradise What is the Masonic Family? Let us answer all your questions. Come join the fun in “Secrets Symphony Unveiled Passport Game” and you might just win Concert a prize! Light refreshments will be served.

Sunday, May 4, 7:00pm Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Road

Cinco de Mayo Celebration Monday, May 5, 12:00pm to 2:30pm Atria Paradise (formerly Oak Knoll), 1007 Buschmann Road Enjoy a chef prepared Mexican Especial Dinner in the dining room at noon. After enjoying the feast, come to the activity room for a Fiesta!

There’ll be Margaritas (non-alcoholic available), Musica, mirth and games! R.S.V.P. the number of guests to either the party or the meal before to Shell Morley, 872-3344. michelle.morley@atriaseniorliving.com

Ribbon Cutting “The Blue Team” Thursday, May 8 - 5:30pm

Memorial Day Program Monday, May 26, 10:00am Paradise Cemetery, 980 Elliott Road, Main gate on Elliott; side entrance on Nunneley.

Hosted by California Veterans (Calvets), Master of Ceremony: Bill Stokes: 2nd wave of marines on Iwo Jima. Primary speaker: Bob Van Lann, retired army chaplain. Luncheon at Paradise Veterans Memorial Hall, corner of Skyway and Elliott, after service.

Ribbon Cutting: Care Net Thursday, May 29, 5:30pm Please join the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce and community members as we cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of Care Net’s new facility. Cobblestone Professional Center, Clark Road, Details and Venue TBA

JUNE Open House: Paradise Irrigation District

Coldwell Banker Ponderosa Real Estate, 7020 Skyway Wednesday, June 4, 5:30pm Help us welcome in the new “Blue Team” from Paradise Irrigation District, 6332 Clark Road Coldwell Banker. For more information 877Paradise Irrigation District invites you to tour its 9356 or info@paradisechamber.com new facility. Bring the family for live music, a barbecue, and beverages.

Relaxing Retreat into Ancient Healing Arts

Quota’s Indoor Yard Sale

Saturday, May 10 (All day)

Saturday, June 7, 8:00am to 3:00pm

8899 Skyway Spring is an excellent time to nourish yourself!

Come and experience a relaxing morning or afternoon retreat with Ancient Healing Arts Techniques in a spa-like ambiance. Herbal teas, aromatherapy and a soothing atmosphere will facilitate your experience in the healing techniques of Tui Na massage, Acupuncture, Reflexology and Qi Gong inspired-movement and Meditation. 9:00 a.m. to 1:00p.m. or 2:00p.m. to 6:00p.m. (530) 877-7033

Paradise Veterans Memorial Hall, 6559 Skyway (Corner Elliott and Skyway) Got the Garage Sale Blues?? Antiques and collectibles, clothing including famous labels and plus and children’s sizes. Household items, furniture, jewelry. Starts at 8am at the Veterans Hall corner of Elliot and Skyway. Coffee and pastries available for sale in the a.m. Donations are accepted at Paradise Travel, corner of Bille and Skyway, Monday thru Thursday, 9am to 4pm.

(530) 872-0285. cpeterson2750@comcast.net

Eat, Drink, Buy Paradise ~ Local Shopper Fair

Mixer at Center for Spiritual Living

Evening of Wine & Chocolate Friday, May 9, 7:00pm to 10:00pm Paradise Community Park, 5570 Black Olive Drive & Pearson Road Paradise Chocolate Fest presents a taste of the sweet life under the stars. Pairings of chocolate and fine wines, specialty beer tasting, appetizers & food sampling by guest chefs. A chocolate fountain, delicious chocolates and desserts.

Enjoy the smooth sounds of Jazz and a silent wine auction. Chocolate Paradise martinis, ice cream root beer and Sierra Nevada beer floats along with Non-Alcoholic drinks, specialty coffee bar and late night liqueurs. Tickets $50 ($35 for Designated Drivers) at Coco Amatrice, Darlene’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream, Joy Lyn’s Candies and on the Paradise Chocolate Fest website; also from Queen & King Candidates or at the event. Proceeds benefit non-profit youth organizations on the Paradise Ridge. Debbie LaPlant Moseley, 342-4896. debbie@chocolatefest.us

Chocolate Thunder Motorcycle Run Saturday, May 17, 9:00am to 2:00pm

9th Annual Paradise Chocolate Fest Saturday, May 10 - 9:00am to 5:00pm Terry Ashe Park, 6626 Skyway A Chocolate Extravaganza! Benefiting Youth Organizations on the Paradise Ridge.

The Paradise Chocolate Fest is the place to indulge your love of all things chocolate! The 2013 Fest attracted more than 6,000 attendees! The Fest includes crafts, chocolate and more chocolate, ice cream, food, musical entertainment and children’s’ activities. A very special highlight of this year’s festivities will be “Chocolate Royale!” the crowning of the 2014

Town of Paradise Park & Ride, 6241 Skyway, Boys & Girls Club parking lot All motorcycle enthusiasts are invited to join the fun! Road rally starts in Paradise then travel to check-spots throughout Butte County.

From there, riders will form a parade up Pentz to Clark to Elks Lodge in Paradise. Run includes barbecue, event pin to first 200 riders, cash prizes, music, refreshments at each stop and lots & lots of chocolate! $20 Rider / $30 Couple. Contact Debbie LaPlant Moseley, (530) 342-4896. debbie@chocolatefest.us

Our Focus Is Always On You

Thursday, June 12 - 5:30pm

Center for Spiritual Living, 789 Bille Road The Paradise Center for Spiritual Living invites you to leave work on time and bring a handful The PLaCe, Paradise Lutheran Church, of business cards and your elevator speech to a 780 Luther Drive Raffle prizes! Have a drink, a snack and a chat business networking mixer. with your colleagues, customers, and prospects.

Booths are FREE to new Chamber members. Annual Unity in Diversity The Public always welcome. Contact Monica Community Festival Nolan, 877-9356. monica@paradisechamber.

Saturday, June 14, 3:00 to 7:00pm com Paradise Community Park Corner Pearson & Black Olive Northern California Ballet presents Free community event featuring musical and Don Quixote dance performers from diverse ethnicities and cultures, fun and educational games and crafts Friday, May 17, 7:15pm for children. Information booths. Food, beer, and Saturday, May 18, 2:15pm & 7:15 pm wine available. Paradise Center for Tolerance Paradise Performing Arts Center, and Nonviolence, 877-1856, www.pctn.org.

777 Nunneley Road Classic Ballet performed by pre-professional classic dance company and special guest artists.

Paradise Chocolate Fest Queen and King.

Special events include a Chocolate Pancake Breakfast, Chocolate Chase Fun Run/Walk, Chocolate Cuisine Challenge, Chocolate Pie Eating and Cookie Stacking Contests, Ice Cream Sundae Eating Contest, Textile Art Show, Chocolate Hat Parade and live chocolate demonstrations. Complimentary “Park & Ride” Shuttle Service from designated off-site lots to the Fest. Plus, the B-Line Bus Service traveling from Chico to Paradise will provide the “Chocolate Fest Express”, for $3.60 round-trip, dropping attendees off right in front of the Chocolate Fest. Admission - $5.00 • Children 4 and under – Free. Admission includes children’s games, contests, chocolate candy, art show, musical concerts, opportunity drawing & more! The Paradise Chocolate Fest benefits non-profit youth organizations on the Ridge. Debbie LaPlant Moseley, (530) 3424896. info@chocolatefest.us

Thursday, May 15 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Setting it straight

40th Anniversary Celebration: The Screen & Window Shop Thursday, May 22, 5:30pm The Screen and Window Shop, 7654 A Skyway Please join owners Don & Dina McSpadden and the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate 40 years of excellent products and service from The Screen & Window Shop.

Correction from page 1 story of the February edition:

An article in the February/March edition of The Ridge Business Journal incorrectly stated that paradisechamber.com’s business directory received 119,864 hits in the past year, an average of 28 referrals per member. In fact, the average was 280 referrals per member.

We accept Medi-Cal Managed Care CA Health & Wellness Anthem Blue Cross • Primary Care Services For Adults & Kids • Free Pregnancy Test

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Health Center 5125 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969

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530-872-2000