Written by Kelly Ackley, Executive Director
November 16, 2023
Lassen County Chamber of Commerce presents their annual Magical Country Christmas on Saturday, December 2nd from 4:00 – 7:00p.m. Ring in the Holiday season with Santa’s grand entry parade, Christmas tree lighting, fireworks, vendors, food and beverages, a hot toddy walk for adults 21 and over, and free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. For Vendor and Parade applications or for more information, visit www.lassencountychamber.org or contact the Chamber at (530) 257-4323.
Free Thanksgiving Dinner, November 23rd. Susanville Assembly of God Free Thanksgiving Dinner will be available from 11:00 – 2:00p.m. They are offering dine-in, drive thru, or delivery. For more information or to request delivery, please call 530.257.5000
It’s that time of year again!! Lassen High School Soccer presents the Lassen High Alumni Soccer Game!If you are an LHS Soccer Alumni and would like to participate in the Annual Alumni Soccer Game, please contact the LHS Boys or Girls Soccer Coaches. LHS Boys & Girls Soccer vs. Men & Women Alumni’s. Date: Saturday, November 25th, Time: Women @ 1:00pm & Men @ 3:00pm, Location: Riverside Park. For more information contact Boys Coach Johan at (530) 249-7827 or Girls Coach Danny at (530) 310-1923.
Susanville Assembly of God’s Annual Craft/Vendor Fair Christmas Marketplace located at 473-465 Richmond Rd N., Susanville. Friday, December 1st from 4:00pm to 8:00pm and Saturday, December 2nd from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Booth Cost: $40. Vendors Call (530) 249-3702.
Crafters Wanted for Christmas Craft Fair at Lassen Community College. Friday, December 1stfrom 5:00pm to 8:00pm and Saturday, December 2nd from 10:00am to3:00pm. $65 for a 10’x10’ space. Contact: Lynda Alberico at (530) 249-2774 or by email at [email protected].
Soaring Eagle Blue Star Moms Holiday Craft Fair. December 1st and December 2nd. Soaring Eagle Blue Star Moms of Susanville will be holding their annual Holiday Craft Fair at the Veterans’ Memorial Hall. Unique gifts, dazzling jewelry, local artists, delicious food, home decor, and more. Friday 4:00 – 8:00p.m., and Saturday 10:00 – 3:00p.m.
The Motorheads, a Susanville car club, will be collecting toys, clothing and school supplies at their car show and meet on Saturday, December 2nd, to help support the Susanville Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program. The car show and collection event starts at 8:30a.m., December 2nd at Carlson’s Tire Pros on Riverside Drive. Donated gifts need to be brought back to Carlson’s before 11:30 to be included in the caravan of gifts to be delivered to the Salvation Army. Gift tickets can also be picked up, and gifts can be dropped off at Plumas Bank in Susanville before December 2nd, to be included in the caravan. All donations are tax-deductible and include a receipt. If you need more information please text or call Shane at 1.530.867.7005.
Every Bloomin Thing presents Kids Christmas Kraft Class. Saturday, December 9that 10:00am located at Every Bloomin Thing Garden Center and Gift Shoppe (705-670 US Highway 395 E, Susanville). A perfect Christmas gift for friends, family, and teachers! Your child can come to Klass and Kreate an adorable work of art to gift or keep for your holiday decorating! We are still working on our final project, there are SO many out there to choose from. We will be doing a Gnome theme. We have not had a Kids Klass for years, after many calls and requests, we are finally back! We will post our picture of what we are making as soon as we can. Tickets online at www.everybloomin.com/events–classes.htm
Lassen County Public Health presents: A Winter Wonderland!Join us on Friday, December 8th 2023 at 1445 Paul Bunyan Rd. Suite B from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. Pictures with Santa, Angel Tree, Hot Chocolate, Holiday Activities, Fun Games and Informational Booths.
Janesville Fire District presents their2nd Annual Janesville Parade of Lights, Saturday, December 9th, Parade begins at 6:00p.m., staging at the firehall at 4:00p.m. Parade on Main Street looping from the Hall to the Dollar General. Tree lighting pictured with Santa, food, and drinks. Decorated &Well Lit Side by Sides, Tractors, Classic Cars Welcome. Entry Fee: New Toy or New Jacket. All donations go to local Janesville students. For more information or questions, Contact Chris at (530) 310-0454.
Lassen County Fairgrounds Festival of Lights! December 8th-10th, 15th-17th, & 22nd – 25th! SIGN UP NOW! Bring joy and enchantment to our community this holiday season by setting up a display at the Festival of Lights! This magical drive-thru journey of twinkling trees, sparkling lights, and festive characters is a family-favorite tradition. Participation is free, and the best displays win cash prizes! Get your application at www.lassencountyfair.orgor at the Lassen County Fairgrounds offices and be part of Susanille’s small-town Christmas experience!The holidays are upon us, and the Lassen County Fair Holiday Craft Fair is just around the corner. Friday, December 15th from 4:00pm to 8:00pm and Saturday, December 16th from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Featuring Photos with Santa, Vendor Applications Available Now! Pick up your vendor applications today or visit us online at www.lassencountyfair.org
Standish 4H Christmas Craft Fairwill be held on December 8th, 9th and 10th. Come shop with us & have a hot lunch on Sat & Sun, WIN A Decorated Christmas Tree or Select Other Groups $2 Drawing tickets A variety of local vendors will bring a carousel of items for the holidays. We will have a hot lunch available on Saturday and Sunday. At the Standish 4-H Hall, 718-880 Hwy 395 East Standish CA Just past the Wayside Gas Station & Market. If there are any questions, please call Virginia 310-1993.
VFW, Veterans of Foreign Wars William Davidson Post 2381 presents Saturday Breakfast. April Through December from 0800 hours to 1100 hours at the Veterans Memorial Hall. VFW Post 2381 will be serving breakfast on the 1st Saturday of each month. Breakfast is open to the public. Breakfast will be held downstairs in the Veterans Memorial Building in Susanville, CA from 0800 hours to 1100 hours.
Lassen County Fair. This is your last chance to get your tickets to Jeremy McComb’s Christmas, Cowboy-Style Tour at our pre-season price! This must-see Christmas event features Christmas music, Cowboy Poetry, and a Steak Dinner for $50 (a minimum of two tickets is required per purchase). Thursday, December 14th, our pre-season special ends November 1st.Get your tickets now at www.lassencountyfair.organd celebrate a traditional Western Christmas.
The holidays are upon us, and the Lassen County Fair Holiday Craft Fair is just around the corner. Friday, December 15th from 4:00 to 8:00p.m., and Saturday, December 16th from 9:00 to 2:00p.m. Featuring photos with Santa. Vendor applications available now. Pick up your vendor applications today or visit www.lassencountyfair.org
The Susanville Symphony Presents: A Magical Christmas, on December 22nd and 23rd. Audience sing-a-longs, special soloists and more bring you closer to your family and to the holiday spirit that encapsulates this beautiful area we live in. Friday, December 22nd at 7:00p.m. and Saturday, December 23rd at 2:30 p.m., at the United Methodist Church, 60 S. Lassen Street. Tickets will be available at Lassen County Chamber of Commerce and Margie’s Book Nook.
Lassen Youth Fastpitch Softball Registration: $90, $10 Off for Siblings. Early Bird Signups: $80 only thru Jan. 16th, Dates Jan. 5th& Jan 16th, Time 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Regular Signups: Dates – Feb. 1st from 5:00pm to 7:00pm& Feb. 17th from 10:00am to 12:00pm. All signups will be held at comfort inn breakfast room! Signups close February 21st. Must be 4 by Jan. 1, 2024. Any questions? Contact Antonia Marro at (530) 260-8091.
Join us for the Budgeting & More Life Skills Course.Every Monday 4:00pm-5:00pm, Located at Lassen Family Services, 1306 Riverside Dr. in Susanville. This week’s topic: Exploring Financial Literacy!An introduction to key terms in the financial world. Participants may join the course at any time! Formore information, call (530)257-4599.
Calvary Kids Storytime, 450 Richmond Rd., Susanville, CA. Every Tuesday from 1pm-2pm. Bring your kids to a Safe, Peaceful place where they can be a kid. There will be two book reading groups, age 1-5 and 6-11. We will be reading biblical, moral, and outdoor books followed by a craft. Questions, call (530) 257-4833.
Need that special place? Have a special event coming up and wondering where to have it? The Monticola Club House at 140 South Lassen Street could meet that need with 1500 square feet of indoor space able to fit 170, a fully equipped kitchen and it is also handicap accessible. The venue is perfect for celebrations and memorials of any type such as showers, birthdays, anniversaries, teas, receptions, meetings, conferences, trainings, holiday get-togethers, fundraisers, presentations, celebration of life and other activities. The fully equipped kitchen includes utensils, plates, cups, saucers, coffee, and hot water pot. There are also padded folding chairs and both round and rectangle tables. You not only get the perfect event venue, but rental money is an important source of revenue for the non-profit Monticola Club, 501(c)(3). The Club was started in 1912 as a service organization formed to provide local women ways to improve the quality of life in our community. Over the years these are some of the various local activities or support provided by the Club: Food Baskets, Water for River Clean-up, Fire Victim Support, Senior Support, Beautification Projects-trees, flowers, Penny Pines reforestation, Library support, And of course, college scholarships. To view the Clubhouse or for more information, please contact the building manager, Patty Davie, at 530-257-9220.
Join Lassen Library for Storytime and Craft Day in November! There are changes to our program schedule. Wednesday storytime and craft will be the same, but Tuesdays will be a craft day only. Hope to see you at these fun themes in November!Thankful Turkeys – 11/14 Craft & Play Day, 11/15 Storytime & Craft. Happy Thanksgiving – 11/22-23 No Storytime & Craft. Art – 11/28 Craft & Play, 11/29 Storytime & Craft.
Don’t forget to email ([email protected]&[email protected]) with any upcoming events or swing by the Chamber Office at 1516 Main St. with any event posters!
