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Rail Jam rocks Mt. Shasta
If you like to shred the mountain and rip the rails come join us for the first annual Round Table Pizza Rail Jam at the Mt Shasta shopping center. The Mt Shasta shopping center parking lot will be transformed into a winter sports fanatics dream. Snowboarders and skiers will rock the rails as the Shopping Center builds a huge drop in to several special rails designed by the Mt Shasta Ski Park just for this family friendly competition to be held Tuesday March 9th from 3:30 until 7pm.
The rail jam is slated to begin with registration on the 9th of March at noon at Round Table Pizza, the Rail Jam headquarters, and will continue until 3:30pm, the competition will start at 4pm with prizes being awarded in many different categories , age groups and riders of all skill levels.
Sponsors will provide lots of swag and free giveaways and the music will be crankin’.
Get your bid in now!
July 4th Celebration–Request for proposal guidelines.
The Mount Shasta Chamber of Commerce, a non-profit organization dedicated to developing and promoting trade and tourism in the Mount Shasta area for the benefit of its members and the citizens of the community, is organizing its 31st July 4th Celebration in 2010. The three day celebration attracts an average of 5,000 people. We are seeking an individual able to provide artist and/or DJ services and stage production between July 2 and July 4, 2010.
Guidelines will be available at the chamber office on February 10th. The office is located 300 Pine Street in Mount Shasta and open to the public from 10am to 4pm. You may also send a request by emailing marie@mtshastachamber.com or by calling 530-926-3696 ext. 201.
Siskiyou Sled Dog Races
mushers • dogs • action • family fun • snow • mt. shasta • FREE • what could be better?
Jan. 22-24th, 2010
The Siskiyou Sled Dog pre-race activities begin Friday, January 22 with the veterinarian check of all the distance racing dogs. Races will be held on Saturday, 23rd and Sunday 24th at the Deer Mountain / Chuck Best Memorial Snowmobile Park located 16.8 miles out Highway 97 from Weed, CA.
NOTE: The 220 mile Iditarod qualifier has been canceled due to lack of entrants. All other races are all still on.
FRIDAY JANUARY 22
12:00 to 3:00 Mandatory Veterinarian Check of 50 mile racing dogs
(Weed Merchantile, north-east end of Main Street Weed, CA past the Post Office)
SATURDAY JANUARY 23 (DAY 1 FIRST HEAT)
8 AM Mushers Meeting (mandatory for all mushers – start times may be adjusted)
9AM Start 50 mile – 8-16 dog
10AM Start 18 mile – 6 dog
11AM Start 8 mile – 8 dog
12:30PM Start 5 mile – 4 dog
2PM Start 5 mile -6 dog
2:30PM Start 5mile -1 or 2 dog – Skijor
SNOWBALL - Mushers Welcome - 6 PM – Sons of Italy Hall
The SNOWBALL is a fundraiser for the Friends of the Mount Shasta Avalanche Center and the Mount Shasta Nordic Center. The mushers welcome will be incorporated into the SNOWBALL at Sons of Italy Hall, Clay Street, Weed, California 96094.
SUNDAY JANUARY 24 (DAY 2 – SECOND HEAT)
8AM Mushers Meeting (Mandatory for all mushers – Start times may be adjusted)
9AM Start 50 mile – 8-16 dog
10AM Start 18 mile – 6 dog
11AM Start 8 mile – 8 dog
12:30PM Start 5 mile – 4 dog
2PM Start 5 mile -6 dog
2:30PM Start 5mile -1 or 2 dog – Skijor
5PM Awards Banquet at the Weed Mercantile-590 Main Street, Weed, CA 96094
Banquet style dinner. More information soon. Open to the public. $10 per person
The Art of Mt. Shasta
Guest curated by Robyn G. Peterson and William C. Miesse
January 16, 2010 until May 2, 2010
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 849 Sundial Bridge Dr., Redding
The Art of Mt. Shasta!
Explore our region’s icon. Before Americans had heard of Yosemite, they knew the stark, cold profile of Mount Shasta. See how this came to be, beginning with the earliest known image of this majestic mountain. Watch the history of the mountain’s allure for artists unfold before you in dozens of stunning works from collections around the nation. FREE with Park admission.
Koenig Family Art Gallery
Supported by Mt. Shasta Spring Water and William C. Miesse. Also supported by Jeannie and Lyle Tullis, Union Pacific Foundation, and Shasta.com. Guest curated by Robyn G. Peterson and William C. Miesse. Educational programs supported by the Hearst Foundation.
“The Art of Mt. Shasta” tour
Seeking more information about a specific piece, or wanting to understand a certain artist’s perspective? Join our experts on the following days for a guided discussion through the gallery all at 1p.m.
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Still wanting even more information on the historic legacy of our iconic peak? Join guest curator, California History scholar and author Bill Miesse for a three part series.
“The Art of Mt. Shasta” talks
- The Navy at Mount Shasta in 1841: Thursday, February 4, 7 p.m.
- San Fransisco Art Renaissance (1840 – 1880): Thursday, February 11, 7 p.m.
- Life and Art of California Native Peoples: Thursday, Febrary 18, 7 p.m.
Cost for this series is $3 for Members and $5 for nonmembers. Purchase a special Series Pass (good for all three talks), $6 for Members and $10 for nonmembers. Call 242-3108 to reserve your spot!
*Carleton Watkins’ Commencement of the Whitney Glacier, Summit of Mt. Shasta, 1870 (upper right), collection of the Amon Carter Museum, Fort Worth, Texas. William Simpson’s Captain Jack’s Cave in the Lava Beds, Lake Tule, 1873 (middle left), collection of the Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley. William Keith’s Canyon View – Shasta, 1878 (lower right), collection of Turtle Bay Exploration Park, Redding.
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Raffle time, shop downtown Mt. Shasta!
The Siskiyou Arts Council, Gallery & Cultural Center, Sacred Mountain Spa, Sereni-tea, The Gallery in Mount Shasta, the Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, Alpine Business Equipment, and the Mount Shasta Chamber of Commerce have come together to make the experience enjoyable. Downtown merchants will be open two more Wednesday until 7pm before Christmas for your pure shopping pleasure of discovering the perfect gift for our loved one.
On December 16 you can shop at your favorite stores and enter in a raffle at each shop.
This Wednesday is the last day for “Portraits with Santa” by professional photographer Sequoia from 5:30pm until 7pm at Sacred Mountain Spa. Portraits are offered at $30 (a $50 value), includes (4) wallet size, (2) 4×6 and (1) 5×7 prints. Portraits will be available for pick up a week later.
“Giving Tree” for children in need will be housed from December 8 to December 17 at Alpine Business Equipment, Tri-Counties Bank, Village Books, The Gallery in Mount Shasta and PremierWest Bank. Sponsored by the Mount Shasta Community Resource Center.
The collection of non-perishable shelf stable food items to be donated to “Meals on Wheels”, St. Vincent de Paul’s food bank and the Elks’ food baskets was very successful as 240Lb were collected. (photo above)
More magic to come in the next week with a window decoration contest and a snowman building contest for kids and the young at heart.
Put some magic in your holiday, shop downtown Mt. Shasta!
Christmas is the season of giving. However, it is not suppose to be stressful!
The Siskiyou Arts Council, Gallery & Cultural Center, Sacred Mountain Spa, Sereni-tea, The Gallery in Mount Shasta, the Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, Alpine Business Equipment, and the Mount Shasta Chamber of Commerce have come together to make the experience enjoyable. Every Wednesday until Christmas the downtown merchants will stay open until 7pm for the pure shopping pleasure of discovering the perfect gift for our loved one.
On December 9 we can all be kids. Let’s meet the Weed Dog Sled Team in the afternoon and bring a camera for photo opportunities! Play Onionhead games at the Gallery from 4 to 6pm. Get the kids a professional “Portrait with Santa”. Enjoy storytelling at 6:30pm at Village Books. Follow the carolers making their way through town. Bring the entire family, each member will find something to do.
From 5:30pm until 7pm, the Sacred Mountain Spa will provide a photo studio for “Portraits with Santa” by professional photographer Sequoia, offered at $30 (a $50 value), includes (4) wallet size, (2) 4×6 and (1) 5×7 prints. Portraits will be available for pick up a week later.
But the season of giving would not be complete without helping the less fortunate. These businesses will be collecting non-perishable shelf stable food items to be donated to “Meals on Wheels”, St. Vincent de Paul’s food bank and the Elks’ food baskets: Alpine Business, Mt. Shasta Herb & Health, The Fifth Season, Anika Burkes Eclectic Boutique, Directions, Village Books, Sportsmens Den, Sacred Mountain Spa, Siskiyou Arts Council, Shasta Base Camp, Snip’N Save, Images Home of Mountain Essentials, Travel Quest, My Favorite Things, Sereni-tea, Soul Connections, Book Nook, Geppettos, Mary Jo’s Headrig, Monte Bella Boutique, Kevin Lahey Photography and Suzies.
“Giving Tree” for children in need will be housed from December 8 to December 17 at Alpine Business Equipment, Tri-Counties Bank, Village Books, The Gallery in Mount Shasta and PremierWest Bank. Sponsored by the Mount Shasta Community Resource Center.
More magic to come in the next few weeks: raffles, window decoration contest , a snowman building contest for kids and the young at heart and much more.
Downtown Mt. Shasta, Holiday Magic
The Siskiyou Arts Council, Gallery & Cultural Center, Sacred Mountain Spa, Sereni-tea,The Gallery in Mount Shasta, the Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, Alpine Business Equipment, and the Mount Shasta Chamber of Commerce have come together to raise the Holiday Spirit to some new heights and encourage area residents to spend their holiday shopping dollars with local merchants.
Join the Mt. Shasta community for fun-filled Wednesdays in December and shop until 7pm. Music will fill the streets with live carolers in the evening.
- “Giving Tree” for children in need will be house from December 5 to December 17 at Alpine Business Equipment, Tri-Counties Bank, Village Books, The Gallery in Mount Shasta and PremierWest Bank. Sponsored by the Mount Shasta Community Center.
- On December 2, 9, and 16 from 5:30pm until 7pm, the Sacred Mountain Spa will provide space for “Portraits with Santa” by professional photographer Sequoia, offered at $30 (a $50 value), includes (4) wallet size, (2) 4×6 and (1) 5×7 prints. Portraits will be available for pick up a week later.
- On December 2 receive a small gift for shopping or donating a non-perishable shelf stable food items to participating businesses. Donations will go to “Meals on Wheels”, St. Vincent de Paul’s food bank and the Elks’ food baskets.
Business accepting food items: Alpine Business, Mt. Shasta Herb & Health, Ron’s Furniture, The Fifth Season, Pomodoro, T-Shirt Gallery, Anika Burkes Eclectic Boutique, Directions, Village Books, Sportsmens Den, Sacred Mountain Spa, Siskiyou Arts Council, Shasta Base Camp, Snip’N Save, Images Home of Mountain Essentials, Travel Quest, My Favorite Things, Sereni-tea, Soul Connections, Book Nook, Geppettos, Mary Jo’s Headrig, Monte Bela Boutique, Kevin Lahey Photography and Suzies.
See you there!
Holiday Magic in Mount Shasta
The holiday season is upon us. Soon we’ll not only be hearing the jingling bells and the singing of carols, but also the ringing of cash registers as the holiday season gets into full swing.
November 19: Discover the treasures the city of Mt Shasta offers from 4pm to 7pm. To kick off the season Jamie Coleman from Petals is spearheading a Town-wide Open House. All participating businesses will provide edibles and discounts. Shoppers will also have the opportunity to win a gift certificate for their favorite business or businesses.
November 27: Locals and visitors can gather in front of Mt. Shasta City Hall at 305 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. for old fashioned caroling while waiting for the Christmas tree to be lit. The Emcee for the evening is Scotty Bates, Chamber Board member. The Strawberry Valley 4-H will hand out candles; sell hot chocolate and apple cider. The evening will begin with an invocation by Pastor Gary Van De Walker of the Evangelical Free Church at 5:30pm. The community will then join in singing several old fashioned Christmas carols led by Carol Taforo’s COS Children’s Community Choir. Candles will be lit at 5:50pm. Christmas tree lights will be switched on at 6:00pm. Pay a visit to Santa’s Shop and his Elves at the Fire Station where they will be busy building toys, baking cookies, hanging ornaments and more. Stores, shops and galleries in the downtown area will be open until 8:00 pm. for holiday browsers and shoppers.
Holiday Magic Downtown Mt. Shasta — Walk, Shop & Dine in December
Join the Mt. Shasta community for fun-filled Wednesdays in December. Music will fill the streets during the day and live carolers in the evening. Participating restaurants will offer specials to shoppers. Several businesses will house a “Giving Tree” for children in need from December 1 to December 17. On December 2, 9, and 16 from 5:30pm until 7pm, the Sacred Mountain Spa will be providing space for “Portraits with Santa” by professional photographer Sequoia, offered at $30 (a $50 value), includes (4) wallet size, (2) 4×6 and (1) 5×7 prints. Portraits will be available for pick up a week later.
December 2: Receive a small gift for shopping or donating a non-perishable food item to participating businesses. Donations will go to “Meals on Wheels”, St. Vincent de Paul’s food bank and the Elks food baskets.
December 9: Fun for the kids! Meet the Weed Dog Sled Team in the afternoon. Bring your camera for photo opportunities! Play Onionhead games at the Gallery from 4 to 6pm. Enjoy storytelling at 6:30pm at Village Books.
December 16: Shop at your favorite stores and enter a raffle at each shop.
December 23: Stroll downtown and vote for the best holiday shop window decoration! There will also be a snowman building contest for kids and the young at heart. Make it a family event!
The Mount Shasta Chamber of Commerce encourages area residents to spend their holiday shopping dollars with local merchants. Stay tuned for more evening shopping opportunities. Visit our community calendar often at mtshastachamber.com
Evening shopping in Mount Shasta
The holiday season is upon us. Soon we’ll not only be hearing the jingling bells and the singing of carols, but also the ringing of cash registers as the holiday season gets into full swing.
To kick off the season Jamie Coleman from Petals is spearheading a Town-wide Open House on Thursday, November 19th from 4pm to 7pm, all participating businesses will provide edibles and discounts. Shoppers will also have the opportunity to win a gift certificate for their favorite business or businesses.
The Mount Shasta Chamber of Commerce encourages area residents to spend their holiday shopping dollars with local merchants. Stay tune for more evening shopping opportunities and visit our community calendar at mtshastachamber.com
