Mt. Shasta Chamber of Commerce

2008 Chamber Events

July 26 — ShastaYama Taiko Festival

In the alpine beauty of Mount Shasta a cultural phenomenon has taken hold. Taiko — Japanese drumming — is gaining popularity worldwide and has found its way to Mt. Shasta, CA . Twenty-three years ago, musicians Russel Baba and Jeanne Mercer founded Shasta Taiko, and their taiko program has had a direct impact on the development of American Taiko.

On July 26, Saturday evening, at the base of majestic Mt. Shasta, the 4th annual ShastaYama Festival will once again entertain and inspire audiences with a spectacle of Japanese drumming, dance, and music. Last year's festival attracted over a thousand concert-goers, who experienced world class artistry in the dramatic venue of Mt. Shasta's Shastice Park.

ShastaYama 2008's featured guest artists are the electrifying and ground breaking ON Ensemble from Los Angeles, the gifted taiko and dance artist Michelle Fujii, and the always inspirational Shasta Taiko, led by taiko pioneers Baba and Mercer. Preceding the 7:30 pm main show, the audience will be entertained by popular area groups Kazango Jazz and Allison & Victor. Adding to the festivities will be fabulous food and refreshments by Sengthong's, Wild Thyme Café, Red's Cajun Cooking, Brown Trout Café, Food Arts, and more.

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August 3 — Summit Century Bike Ride

Why not ride the prettiest, toughest century in California? The Super Century is like a "Tour de France" mountain stage. Cloverleaf route allows you to bail out if you're cooked, the finish is nearby. The event features four different rides, each distinct and with many challenges. All rides include food and refreshments at various rest stops, lunch and dinner at the city park finish. For information call 1-800-926-4865.

August 30 — Cool Mountain Nights

Celebrate the end of summer on Labor Day Weekend; on Saturday enjoy a Classic Car Show 'n Shine and a downtown street fair. Sunday is the Tinman Triathlon at Lake Siskiyou in the morning, the annual Blackberry Music Festival in the afternoon at City Park. For additional information call 1-800-926-4865.

September 6-8 — Music by the Mountain

An exciting new summer chamber music festival in the Mt. Shasta area in northern California, now in its fourth year. It aims to have a broad impact within the community by bringing world class musicians to the area not only to perform, but to teach and interact personally with young musicians.

October 9-12 — Mt. Shasta International Film Festival

Films will be showing in three theaters at Mt. Shasta Cinema in the shopping center in Mount Shasta, and at the College of the Siskiyous in Weed. Thursday night we will have the traditional Gala Party — $10 at the door and a no host bar. Festival organizers are inviting filmmakers to participate in audience Q&A's throughout the Festival and they will also participate in a filmmakers' symposium at COS. The schedule will also include a customary free film for the community. For more information call 530-926-4537.

November 28 — Christmas Tree Lighting and Merchant Open House

Gather in front of city hall to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. Join in as carols are sung by candlelight. Enchantingly the community Christmas tree, all the trees lining the streets downtown and the holiday decorations are lit at once. Santa drives by on a fire truck, he is on his way to his workshop located at the fire station. Santa and his elves will be building toys and baking. Merchants stay open late for browsers and shoppers. For information call the Mt. Shasta Visitors' Bureau at 1-800-926-4865.

Monthly Happenings

July 18th, Friday — Mt. Shasta

Mt. Shasta International Film Festival presents their Annual Movie Under the Stars — Finding Nemo! This fun outdoor event for the entire family will begin at dark. Bring a blanket or warm clothes and gather at the Mount Shasta Resort at 7pm. There will also be a costume contest with prizes, face painting, a juggler and more. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for kids 12 years and younger. Tickets are available at Village Books and at the gate.

July 18th & 19th, Friday & Saturday — Mt. Shasta

The Stage Door presents Women of Jazz. Friday night at 8 pm is jazz giant Mimi Fox, admission $20. On Sat. night at 8 pm jazz diva Catherine Russell, admission $15. Or you can see both shows for $30. Go to stagedoorcabaret.com for more details, or call 530-926-1050. The Stage Door is located at 414 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.

July 19th, Sat: Mt. Shasta

CA. Dept of Fish & Game will hold the 2008 Kid's Fishing Day at the Mt. Shasta Fish Hatchery on Old Stage Rd. Three ponds will be stocked with trout and there will be people to help with your questions about fishing. Free bait and limited loaner tackle available. Registration: 8:45 am-2:30 pm, fishing from 9 am-3 pm. Kids must be 15 years or younger and able to hold a rod and reel. For additional info call (530)225-2368.

July 19th, Saturday — Dunsmuir

The 2nd Annual Mossbrae Music Festival presents Al Stewart in a benefit for the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce will be held at the Dunsmuir Botanical Gardens stage in the Dunsmuir City Park. Gates open at 3:30 and the show begins at 4:30. Tickets are $25 advance and $30 day of show for lawn seating. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. No coolers allowed and car pooling is recommended due to limited parking. Stewart is a folk pop legend with over twenty albums including the platinum selling "Year of the Cat" and "Time Passages". Tickets are available at the Dunsmuir Chamber. Call for information, (530) 918-4804.

July 26th, Saturday — Mt. Shasta

4th annual ShastaYama Taiko Festival at Shastice Park on Rockfellow Dr. Great food and refreshments by Wild Thyme Café, Senthongs, Red's Cajun Cooking, Brown Trout Café, Food Arts and more. Pre-concert show at 5:30 pm — Kazango Jazz and Allison & Victor. Tickets are $20 (13 & up), $15 (5-12), 4 & under free and are available at in Mt. Shasta at Village Books and Soul Connections, at Yreka Chamber of Commerce, in Redding at Bogbean Books & Music and at the gate. Gates open at 5:30 Lawn seating: blankets, lawn chairs. No glass, no pets. For more information call (530) 859-8686 or www.shastayama.org.

July 27th, Sunday — Mt. Shasta

2nd annual Mt. Shasta Music Festival Summer Concert Series kicks off the season with Salvador Santana Band. The concerts are held at the Mount Shasta Resort, 1000 Siskiyou Lake Blvd. Gates open at 3:30 pm, show starts at 4:30pm. General admission lawn seating $20 in advance, $25 day of concert, $15 ages 7 to 17. Tickets available at Mt. Shasta Resort and Bogbean Books & Music in Redding. Chairs provided, or bring a blanket . No coolers, please. For more info call (530) 926-3030.

July 25th-28th, Friday-Sunday — McCloud

The McCloud Recreation Council will sponsor McCloud's annual Lumberjack Fiesta. Festivities include a parade, vendor booths, live music and dancing, baseball tournament, logging competitions, food, family games and more. For info call (530) 964-2117.

July 26th & 27th, Saturday & Sunday — Weed

Join the Relay For Life at the College of the Siskiyous, 300 College Ave. This is a 24-hour community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. There will be food and fun, inspiration and enthusiasm. For more information and to register contact Leila at 530-905-3289 or Leslie at 530-859-3401. For the Survivor's Event please call Sharon at 530-926-7234.

The 16th annual State of Jefferson Brewfest will be held at the Mt. Shasta Ski Park noon to 5 pm. $20 beer garden fee. Sample great beers, enjoy live contemporary rock & blues by Rock-It. Food by Coyote Café. Call Mt. Shasta Ski Park at 530-926-8600 for further info.

The "I Am Come" pageant will be held at the G. W. Ballard Amphitheater in Mt. Shasta. It is a weekend of sacred pageants and music, and there is no charge. For further information regarding the "I AM" activity please contact the I AM Reading Room in Mt. Shasta at 530-926-2525.