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new state law, Chico will be better served if it sits back and takes a more thoughtful approach. The law is part of a package of three bills, collectively known as the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act (MMRSA), that went into effect Jan. 1 and creates a framework for licensing and taxing the drug for commercial sale. Unfortunately, the bills came with a deadline of March 1 for local governments to enact laws relating to cannabis cultivation in order to maintain local control. This has cities and towns—including every other municipality in Butte County—acting brashly and outright banning growing, selling and delivering medical marijuana. What many of these cities’ attorneys have told their councils seems to be disingenuous. Many have recommended a ban on growing despite those municipalities already having laws in place regulating the practice, and they’re citing recommendations from the League of California Cities. Thing is, just as Chico City Councilman Randall Stone, who’s a member of that organization, told us, those recommendations say that an outright ban is prudent only if a municipality has no existing law on the books. Making all this even more contentious is the fact that Assembly Bill 21, which calls for a repeal of the March 1 deadline, already has passed the Senate and has widespread support in the Assembly and by Gov. Jerry Brown. With the Chico City Council poised to take action regarding medical marijuana in relation to MMRSA on Tuesday (Feb. 2), we urge discussion and thorough consideration of the future of medical marijuana in our city. Chico already has a functional law on the books. All the council needs to do is stand behind it. □

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vital community connectors, but not both. Those who don’t bike might question why we need better bike facilities, but as part of a complete-street solution, a separated bikeway on The Esplanade will contribute positively to everyone. In addition to improving bicyclist safety, bikeways lower the speed of vehicles by narrowing traffic lanes. They protect pedestrians by giving bicyclists a designated lane off the sidewalk. They increase revenue for local businesses by increasing slow-moving traffic past storefronts and raise property values (both residential and commercial). Finally, a separated bikeway on The Esplanade will encourage more people to give bicycling a try, improving their health as well as reducing vehicle congestion and improving our air quality. Nationally, 50 percent of trips are under 3 miles and are easily managed by biking or walking, but fewer than 2 percent of people currently make that choice. In Chico, our wonderful weather and geography offer even more opportunities for bicycling. We don’t need to be afraid of safety-related improvements; we should instead embrace a variety of safe and healthy transportation options and make The Esplanade enjoyable for all. □

Saturday Night Live did a brilliant job skewering the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences over the Oscars’ lack of diversity with its skit showing white movie extras and one-off characters beating out the brilliant performances of their minority castmates. That bit of social commentary comes during the second year in row that actors of color were ignored by the Academy. That is, for two straight years, all of the nominees for Best Actor and Actress and Best Supporting Actor and Actress were Caucasian. Or, as has been described all over Twitter since the nominees were announced last week, #OscarsSoWhite. Indeed, that probably has a lot to do with the fact that Oscar voters are overwhelmingly white (more than 90 percent), overwhelmingly male (70 percent) and older (average age, 60s). That’s something that needs to change and we hope that the recent efforts to increase diversity actually do so. We cannot blame the actors and other industry insiders who are planning to boycott this year’s awards ceremony. The Academy has an obligation to better reflect the makeup of the film-going public that supports the industry. As for the nominations themselves, at no time in the history of film has there been a more diverse cast of movies, actors, directors, etc., to choose from. Moreover, as critics have pointed out, there were many stellar performances in 2015 by people of color. Perhaps what makes the oversight more egregious is that it comes during this time of heightened race relations throughout the country. Chico may be far from the glitz and glamor of Hollywood, but what’s happening there transcends the area’s confines. The Oscars are universal. They are heralded in the homes of viewers from Butte County to Bangkok. It’s time they are treated as such by the Academy. □

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déjà vu News this week that the Torres Community Shelter is struggling financially brought me back to December 2008, a full year into the Great Recession. Times were tight for almost everyone I knew back then, myself included. Many people’s investments had plummeted or evaporated, some folks chose to walk away from homes that no longer held their value, and others still lost their jobs and had no choice but to become homeless. Some ended up seeking refuge at the Torres Shelter, which serves men, women and children seven days a week. I count myself among the lucky ones. My CN&R colleagues and I took a temporary cut in pay to ride out the worst of the storm, but nobody, at least not in my department, was laid off. Reporters at many other publications were not so fortunate; newsrooms around the country were gutted during what was officially a 19-month recession, though the effects have lasted much longer. Most newspapers will never be the same. Journalism will never be the same. Our communities have changed a lot, too. Locally, we are seeing more homeless people on the streets, meaning the demand for services has never been greater. Back in ’08, according to our reporting at the time, the Torres shelter welcomed in between 70 and 80 guests nightly. These days, more than 100 people lay their heads there each evening (see Ernesto Rivera’s report on page 11). Right now, the shelter has enough money to continue its operations through the next month or two. However, it needs the community’s support to be sustainable indefinitely. That means getting an infusion of cash soon and a steady stream of monthly donations. Back in 2008, an anonymous donor put up tens of thousands of dollars in matching funds during a fundraising drive. I hope another generous person steps forward this time around. But I also hope that many people come forward and pledge to make a regular contribution to this worthy nonprofit. In related news, CN&R’s toiletries drive was quite successful thanks to our readers. Hundreds and hundreds of products— from shampoo and toothbrushes to feminine products and lotions—were dropped off during the holidays (see page 24 for photo). Last year, the Torres shelter, Esplanade House and Jesus Center were the recipients of the community’s generosity. This year, we’ve chosen Stairways Programming and the 6th Street Center for Youth. Thank you to everyone who emptied their bathroom cabinets of unused products and also to those who, like my lovely neighbors, cleaned out the shelves at Target. On a less bright note, CN&R’s staff was reminded of the importance of fact-checking this week. We rarely need to run corrections but had no fewer than three errors in the past two issues. All of them came from eagle-eyed readers, including Rep. Doug LaMalfa. See our letters page to check out our screw-ups. Our apologies for the mistakes. We thank the folks who wrote in not only for correcting the record but also for being regular readers of this (on most weeks) damn fine publication.

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About the boulevard Re “Uneasy Street” (Newsline, by Howard Hardee, Jan. 21) and “Esplanade no sacred cow” (Editorial, Jan. 21): The Esplanade is one of the better functioning thoroughfares inside the Chico city limits. Sure, there is the horrible intersection at First Avenue and the lousy traffic that occurs every weekday morning in and around Chico High School, but I doubt that any widening of streets or intersections, or the addition of mini-roundabouts, separated bike lanes and pedestrian signals will improve anything. ADA-compliant ramps at all crosswalks? Yeah, maybe a good idea. I’m dumbfounded that no one has mentioned the bike lanes that have been there all along: the frontage roads. Yes, cyclists need to obey the traffic signs and signals, and they must be absolutely aware of what’s going on around them—especially at the intersections of First and Sacramento avenues—but cyclists need to be “head’s up” wherever they ride. Aside from the above-mentioned traffic problem with the high school LETTERS c o n t i n u e d

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South Dakotan speaks up Re “Bearman” (Reel World, by Juan Carlos Selznick, Jan. 14): Good article about The Revenant. However, Juan Carlos Selznick states that Hugh Glass was mauled by a bear “somewhere along the Missouri River.” In fact, this incident happened at the confluence of the north and middle forks of the Grand River, over 100 miles from the Missouri River. This area is now under water due to the construction of Shadehill Reservoir. A monument is constructed on the south side overlooking the area. This recreational lake is located a few miles to the south of Lemmon, S.D., my hometown. The town is located on the North Dakota-South Dakota border in the northwestern corner of the state. I spent the first 18 years of my life there. In the early ’60s, our Boy Scout troop 48 camped out and hiked the ground near the monument. We learned the history of Hugh Glass from our scoutmaster. This Hugh Glass history will stick in our minds forever. To see it finally make it to the big screen is gratifying. The town had a red-carpet premiere and other events leading up to the release of the movie. Not much of the hoopla

made it out to Hollywood, but to South Dakotans, is was huge. Chuck Coats Sutter

Editor’s note: Mr. Coats is indeed correct. While Hugh Glass was hired by Gen. William Henry Ashley to join a fur-trading venture up the Missouri River, the bear attack happened at a point in the journey where the group had traveled to the Grand River, a tributary of the Missouri River. The error has been corrected online.

Celebrating ukes Re “Small package, big gift” (Arts & culture, by Ken Smith, Jan. 21): I had the privilege of seeing The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra at Laxson Auditorium. It was fabulous, but just as wonderful in their own way were The Pukes, the kids from Parkview Elementary School playing and singing their rendition of a Taylor Swift hit. They really sounded great! It’s great to see how popular the uke has become in Chico over the last few years: There’s Chico Ukes; which has over 40 active members and meets every month; uke programs in the public schools; and, most recently, a beginning uke class for retirees 50 and over through the OLLI program (sorry, it’s full for this semester) at Chico State. In addition, the local music stores are now stocking a large assortment of ukes for beginners and more experienced players alike. There are ukulele festivals, cruises, workshops, etc. Besides being a fun instrument that is suitable for any genre of music (although I’ve never heard opera played on it), the ukulele has a multicultural as well as a multigenerational appeal and

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More on cop shooting Re “Death and justice” (Newslines, by Meredith J. Cooper, Dec. 24): The response to the police shooting in Paradise has engendered a lot of negative comment directed at District Attorney Mike Ramsey for not charging Officer Patrick Feaster with a crime. As a non-attorney, I tried to read the California penal codes related to criminal negligence, manslaughter and homicide. I think I understand why Mr. Ramsey took that position. To be criminal, the act must be intentional or so grossly negligent that a reasonable person in the same situation would know that the behavior could result in serious injury or death. An accident or a mistake is not criminal. In the video, Officer Feaster exits his car, draws his weapon, and the weapon discharges almost instantly. Officer Feaster used a Glock 21c, which does not have an external safety. It can discharge unintentionally when mishandled. Feaster had to pull his gun with his finger already on the trigger. The gun appeared to fire accidentally. Actually, Mr. Ramsey should have presented the case to the Grand Jury to let them determine if Officer Feaster committed a crime. However, I do not excuse Officer Feaster’s conduct. Officer Feaster’s subsequent actions were deplorable. Robert Grignon Sr. Paradise

Congressman’s rebuttal Re “Hypocrisy in action” (Editorial, Jan. 14) The editorial claims Republicans blocked the Senate bill in a House committee; in reality, the senators were unable to pass their bill out of the Senate. It never even came to the House for consideration and I had no opportunity to vote on the bill, much less “stymie” it. The editorial states that a “local” agreement required Congressional approval in order to move forward, ignoring the obvious contradiction in claiming a purely local agreement would even need Congress to act. The truth is, the Senate bill would have authorized hundreds of millions of federal taxpayer dollars for the project. The editorial also ignores that the Senate bill indemnified PacifiCorp of any liability, leaving the federal government holding the bag for problems during dam removal, or if the 13 million yards of sediment behind the dams is contaminated or caused flooding downstream. It seems unusual for the CN&R to support massive giveaways to a multibillion-dollar corporation owned by Warren Buffett, but that’s exactly what it does in this editorial. The fact is, California and PacifiCorp can start removing these dams tomorrow if they choose to; they just need to pay for it themselves. The only reason California, PacifiCorp and environmental groups demanded federal involvement was to pick up the tab. Doug LaMalfa Richvale

Editor’s note: Republican opposition, including Mr. LaMalfa’s, to this bill has been well-documented

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A stretch of the Midway between Durham and Richvale may be closed for an estimated 18 months to replace two century-old bridges. The Butte County Board of Supervisors considered two separate plans for the bridge replacement, and voted unanimously Tuesday (Jan. 26) to pursue the option to build in the current location of two bridges spanning Butte Creek and its overflow. According to a staff report, the alternative wouldn’t require a prolonged road closure because the bridge would be built west of the existing roadway at a cost of $14.5 million. However, area residents favored the closure plan, as it costs about $1 million less and requires farmers to give up less land. The project is scheduled to break ground in June 2017. About 1,200 vehicles would be detoured daily during construction.

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Several community mailboxes in the Chico area have recently been pried open and their contents stolen, and the Chico Police Department is urging residents to be on the lookout for evidence of similar crimes, according to a Jan. 25 public service announcement. Police are asking anyone who’s been the victim of mail theft to file a report through its online Coplogic system, as well as with the U.S. Postal Service. They are also asking citizens to call immediately if suspicious-looking people are spotted in their neighborhoods, and to submit any relevant surveillance videos. Mail thefts sometimes go unnoticed, the release reads, so residents are urged to talk to their neighbors, set fraud alerts, monitor credit reports for questionable activity and consider switching to a post office box.

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Butte Environmental Council will soon say goodbye to Robyn DiFalco, who is stepping down after four years as executive director of the environmental nonprofit. DiFalco (pictured) cited personal reasons for leaving, including spending more time with family. DiFalco’s last day isn’t set in stone, as she’ll stick around to ensure her successor’s smooth transition. The plan, DiFalco said, is to select a candidate by the end of February and make the change in March. “I care very passionately about BEC, about our work and all the people that I’ve worked with,” DiFalco said. “I will continue to be involved with the organization, I just won’t be a director. I’ll be a community volunteer and I will continue to be passionate about our issues.” 8

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hasty decisions Cities rush to ban medical marijuana—will Chico be next? and cities across California have taken Iwhat many believe to be a step backward n less than a month, dozens of counties

when it comes to medical marijuana. In an effort to comply with new state laws that by went into effect Jan. 1 Meredith J. and included a March 1 Cooper deadline for local govm e re d i t h c @ ernments to act in order n ew srev i ew. c o m to retain regulatory control, many chose the easiest, and strictest, route: Just ban the stuff. Municipalities in Butte County have followed suit. Oroville adopted a ban on growing and delivery services, as did Biggs and Gridley. In Paradise, a similar ban was passed, with an amendment allowing primary caregivers to deliver medicine to patients but banning delivery services. Chico is next, with action set on the agenda for Feb. 2. “As much as I’d like to say a lot of that was reflexive, in many it was not,” Chico City Councilman Randall Stone said about the bans. “There’s a desire to have this go away and if we ban it, that means it’s going to go away. But that’s just not the way it works.” Here’s what has happened to prompt this recent scramble:

1. The state passed three bills, collectively known as the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act (MMRSA), that went into effect this month. They create a framework for the commercial sale of medical marijuana, including licensing and taxation. They also say that local governments that have laws relating to cultivation will retain local licensing and regulatory authority—but those that don’t will be preempted by the state. The deadline for putting a law on the books is March 1. Chico already has an ordinance regulating cultivation. Making the issue stickier is the fact that even before MMRSA went into effect, the bills’ authors announced that the deadline had been a mistake, a holdover from a previous version. Assembly Bill 21, which would repeal that deadline, is on the fast track and was passed by the Senate on Monday (Jan. 25). It has widespread support in the Assembly and Gov. Jerry Brown has said he will sign it. 2. The League of California Cities—of which Stone is a member—went out on what Stone called a “road show” to educate municipalities about MMRSA and how to retain local control. The league outlines on its website (cacities.org) the most important aspects of MMRSA and what cities need to know or do. Among

those recommendations is instituting a ban on cultivation in municipalities where there is no regulation currently, in order to provide ample time to create thoughtful legislation. 3. Cities across the state took those guidelines, along with the impending deadline, and many chose to ban cultivation, dispensaries and delivery services. (Note: The March 1 date, and the threat of state preemption, relates only to growing medical marijuana. Based on news reports, however, many cities’ staffs lumped dispensaries and delivery services in with a cultivation ban.) “The league road show has caused a lot of panic in a lot of cities. I think that’s what you’re seeing in Paradise and Oroville,” Stone said. “But, look, this doesn’t have to be as draconian as you’re making it out to be. There’s no reason to ban everything or allow everything; there’s no reason to get so excited.” Instituting a ban on cultivation and deliv-

ery—dispensaries already are not allowed throughout Butte County—has broad implications. For Jessica MacKenzie, a local medical marijuana advocate and director of the Inland Cannabis Farmers’ Association, three things come to mind:

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ways no outsider can. Now retired from the service and teaching at Chico State, he can offer valuable insights to students in his political science classes. During a recent interview in his campus office, he said he tells students who are thinking of joining the military: “It’s a crapshoot; it all depends on your commanding officer.” Some brigade commanders are terrific people, but “others are just assholes.” His point is that “these are real people. They join the military for different reasons. We do a disservice when we see the military as monolithic,” either all bad or all good. On Thursday (Feb. 4), Crosby, who is 55, will be the first speaker in a new lecture series, Veteran Voices, co-sponsored by the Chico Peace & Justice Center and Chico State’s Peace Institute. The series is “aimed at educating people

about what the military is actually like from veterans who lived through it,” according to the CPJC website. Crosby doesn’t fit it the image of the typical soldier. For one thing, he’d already graduated from UCLA and gotten married when, in 1984, at the relatively advanced age of 24, he enlisted as a private, seeing it as “an opportunity to serve my country and see the world.” Luckily, his wife was willing to see the world with him, because they had 14 different postings—and four kids—along the way. As an enlisted man, he became an expert in platoon radio communication, battalion legal issues and anti-Soviet armored-vehicle actions. After completing Officer Candidate School and becoming a lieutenant, he participated in Operation Just Cause (the invasion of Panama), and then, in 1993, ended up stationed in Germany with the rank of captain and working in military intelligence, brief-

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ing higher-ups in the chain of command with a focus on the Middle East. And so he has an interesting perspective on the invasion of Iraq. In 1998, he helped develop a contingency war plan that called for invading American forces, 500,000 strong, to move northVeteran speaker: ward slowly, The Veteran Voices leccapturing ture series kicks off with territory John Crosby on Feb. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in Chico incremenState’s Performing Arts tally while Center, Room 134. Free. leaving a functioning and democratic infrastructure behind them. The plan anticipated taking 260 days to reach Baghdad. Instead, when the U.S. actually invaded in early 2003, President George W. Bush and Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld decided to attack quickly, with far fewer soldiers—just 100,000—and no plan for putting a working government in place. Iraq is a good example of politicians’ misuse of the military, Crosby said. Top military officials all knew that Iraq posed no threat to the U.S., and yet Bush and Rumsfeld insisted on going in. The result is the unsettled, dangerous state of affairs we see today in the Middle East. There are also times, Crosby said, when the U.S. has failed to use its military when doing so could have saved lives. As President Bill Clinton has acknowledged, failing to stop the massacre in Rwanda by sending in U.S. troops is his greatest regret as commander-in-chief. Fortunately for his students, Crosby has had a ringside seat at many of the significant conflicts of the modern era, from Kuwait and Iraq to the Soviet Union during the Cold War. Now, as he put it, “instead of briefing colonels, I’m briefing students.” —ROBERT SPEER r ob e r tspe e r @ newsr ev iew.c o m

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whether the shelter can rely on it. Last year, the grant alone covered more than $200,000 in operating costs. “We’re not going to find out anytime soon if we’re even eligible for those funds,” Montgomery said. The second issue is that the shelter took in fewer donations over the holidays. Typically, contributions during the giving season are used to cover costs during the time of year when donations are low. The third issue is that the shelter is seeing an increase in demand for its services; for the past few months it has been housing more than 100 people a night. “When I first got here in 2009, our average was 47 people per night,” Montgomery said. “Then we went through a spike and then it leveled off, then it moved back up to 70, then 80 people per night and last year it was 90 people per night. It used to be that 100 people was a huge amount. Then you get used to that new level of people and that just costs more.” The shelter extended its operations

for about two months by laying off three employees and cutting pay for others, Montgomery said. The staff overwhelmingly understood the circumstances and knew what was necessary to keep providing

services, he said. “Our whole focus in how we address this was how do we minimize the impact as much as possible with our guests, because our first mission is providing a stable place for them to focus on their future and get out of homelessness,” Montgomery said. In reaction to the financial challenges, Montgomery and the shelter’s board of directors are rethinking the funding model. Instead of relying on unpredictable government grants and strong holiday donations, the shelter wants to get to a point where it can operate independently by covering each month’s expenses, which add up to approximately $50,000. The shelter has a monthly donation program called People Helping People that the board is looking to expand to stabilize its income. “If we had 1,000 people sign up, that would pretty much eliminate our current financial crisis,” Montgomery said. “If we had 3,000 people who would give us as little as $10 a month, that would not only cover our current financial crisis, but it would [also] get us to a point that we wouldn’t have to rely on a government grant that makes or breaks us.”

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HEALTHLINES Dr. Pat Tedford speaks to nurse Erica Baylor in his East Avenue office. photo by john domogma

own brisk pace and showing no indications of slowing down. “There’s a responsibility you feel to patients,” Tedford said. “It isn’t just someone walking into a bank; they become part of a team, part of a family—and, yes, you do feel a responsibility of what’s going to happen to these folks later on. “I think we’re ... in tremendous flux. There’s just a bunch of change going on, and I’m thinking it will lend itself to my stepping aside in a few years, in terms of recruiting people. “I’m not going to close the door, lock it up and leave; that’s not my style. As long as God allows me to, I’ll keep going.” Tedford never has been tempted to leave

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Dr. Pat Tedford with the hospital’s W Physician Legacy Award last month, colhen Enloe Medical Center recognized

leagues not only spotlighted what he has meant to pediatrics in Chico for the previous 40 years, but also what his presence— and inevitable absence—means moving forward. After all, Tedford just turned 71, and while he has no plans to retire at this time, no one can see the future. In just the last year, Chico lost four pediatricians: Craig Corp, Morgan Jenkins, Robert Stanley and Natalie Vogel. Corp, Jenkins and Vogel moved away; Stanley had a personal issue that forced him to close his office around this time last year. The situation with Stanley holds particular resonance. He’s a former partner of

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Tedford’s—and of Dr. James Wood, who brought Tedford to town in 1975—and at the time he stopped working, he had approximately 2,000 patients in his practice. Parents suddenly needed to find a new provider of primary care for their children in an area already short on options. “That was a wake-up call for all of us,” Tedford told the CN&R during a recent after-hours conversation in his East Avenue office. “If you’re not going to wake up for that, you’re not going to wake up …” Chico has eight pediatricians in private practice. Northern Valley Indian Health and Ampla Health operate clinics with pediatrics, while Enloe (besides hospital coverage) contracts with a part-time pediatrician for its Prompt Care center. Tedford has the largest private pediatric practice in Chico, with over 6,000 active patients—more than double the local average. Wood has one of the smallest, around 800 patients; he spends only two days a week in the office in order to accommodate medical directorships (at a children’s health center

and the county’s special-needs schools). Still, when Stanley’s practice closed, Wood’s practice accepted over 150 of those families, some of which had multiple children. He has one word to describe the prospect of Chico without Tedford practicing: “Tragedy.” Wood, recipient of the Physician Legacy Award in 2005, turns 75 in April. He remains an active mountaineer—often accompanied by another local pediatrician, Paul Wassermann, who’s also in his golden years. “I’m not going to keep kicking over here [forever],” Wood said in his office on Rio Lindo Avenue. “As long as my legs are working, there are more mountains to climb, and the clock is ticking.” The community’s need, along with his love of medicine, keeps Tedford going. Like Wood, he has attempted to augment Enloe’s continual efforts at physician recruitment by seeking out his own successor. Unsuccessful on that front, Tedford remains in business by himself, seeing patients at his

Chico, ever since arriving four decades ago, family in tow, straight from his Air Force service in Hawaii. He met Wood during their pediatric residencies in Los Angeles; in fact, they had adjoining apartments in the Children’s Hospital housing facility, where their families would split babysitting duties. Wood also overlapped with Tedford’s older brother, Jim, whom Pat succeeded as chief resident. The Tedford brothers had followed in the footsteps of their father, a general practitioner in L.A. for 45 years. Jim joined a HEALTHLINES c o n t i n u e d

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HEALTHLINES pediatrics practice in the San Luis Obispo area, where he’s remained to this day, so Wood wasn’t certain he’d convince his friend Pat to choose the North State over the North Coast. Yet, when he and wife Shelley found Chico to be “exactly what we wanted,” Tedford joined Wood in private practice. Stanley joined them several years later. In the mid-’80s, they entered the umbrella of a larger organization, Chico Medical Group. By the early ’90s, though, they’d split off into independent offices. “This is a pretty antiquated way of practicing,” Tedford said. “There are not a lot of places that have private practices anymore; it’s almost all big groups. This has just fit me fine, to kind of dictate your own terms. “Then to get acknowledged with a legacy award that you made all these decisions—there are so many ways to do it, and you made your own way—is really nice.” Nominations for Tedford for the Physician Legacy Award include praise such as “many children and adults in this community owe their health and wellness to

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him.” Tedford, honored at Enloe’s general medical staff meeting Dec. 15, is on his third generation of patients. The Facebook announcement of the award has drawn over 40,000 views, 1,450 likes and 280 comments (all positive), according to the communications department at Enloe. Along with maintaining his practice, Tedford has served as chair of the hospital’s pediatrics department, medical ethics committee and patient care committee. “When people are talking about the legacy you leave, it’s the way you’ve practiced for years,” he said. “[The award] made me reflect a lot ... I said in my acceptance that I was humbled, proud, blessed, honored, but mostly grateful.” Gratitude extends to wife, family, staff and colleagues. As for his source of pride, Tedford needed a few moments of thought before answering. “I think the vast majority of days I was present. I have a talent for being here and giving people the most attention and highest quality of care that we can give and treating them the way I’d like to be treated. I’m proud of that.” That’s a legacy. □

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hen the city cut down 209 trees and

planted only 14 in 2014, Charles Withuhn felt a huge sense of loss for what he sees as one of the most quintessential aspects of Chico. To him, the trunks and branches that line and tower over city streets are a part of Chico’s unique charm and history. The canopy they provide is essential to the city’s health, he believes, and their care is a responsibility of the city and its residents. In an effort to do his part, more than two years ago, Withuhn started Chico Tree Advocates, a local organization under the umbrella of the Butte Environmental Council. Members of the group work toward planting trees, educating the public and preserving Chico’s urban forest. As a donations-only, volunteer-staffed group, Chico Tree Advocates has been able to plant more than 50 trees around town, both on city and private property, in the past year. Withuhn and many fellow advocates feel that the path the city is taking, in terms of cutting down trees and either not replacing them or replacing them with very small trees, is detrimental to Chico’s urban forest. “If you can imagine Chico with a lot less trees, that’s not a pretty picture,” Withuhn said. “What makes me grateful to live here is not the bushes. It’s these towering giants that have been here since Annie Bidwell, and they’re not being replaced.” The city of Chico’s 2015 Sustainability Indicators Report includes an outline of the number of tees the city has removed as well as how many it’s planted. And surveying the years prior illustrates how dramatic 2014’s tree removal was: In 2013, 87 were chopped and 38 planted; and in 2012, before laying off the tree crew, including the urban forester position, it cut down 170 and planted 107. The reason for a vast majority of the removals, especially with larger trees, is that they are in locations that don’t accommodate them or they interfere with certain infrastructure like power, gas or sewer lines, said Dan Efseaff, Chico’s park and natural

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resources manager. If space allows, the city will replant a large tree, but only after taking its entire lifespan into account. “In the past, people put stuff in the ground without giving a full [consideration] of 20 years from now,” Efseaff said. “We have a ‘right tree, right place’ philosophy that takes these things into account.” The problem for Withuhn is the way in which the city is replanting trees; he sees a much better value in large trees, like sycamores and oaks, for their role in energy savings and heat reduction through shade, and their long life spans of up to 300 years. The alternative is planting medium-size trees, like maples, that will have to be replaced in 60 years and offer much less shade. And looking at the numbers, clearly many trees aren’t being replaced at all. Withuhn, with disappointment in his voice, pointed to many areas around town where he’s seen trees reduced to stumps or replaced only by smaller trees. “The logo, in front of City Hall, is a tree, and yet when it comes to a problem with a sidewalk, instead of moving the sidewalk, it’s ‘Cut down the trees,’” he said. “There are other ways to do it and their answers are always: ‘Cut down trees.’” In total, Chico Tree Advocates has raised about $11,000 to buy trees. If someone is hoping to replace a tree that’s on city Get involved:

To make a donation to Chico Tree Advocates, to volunteer, or to arrange for a tree to be planted, call Charles Withuhn at 518-1417. For more info, visit www.becnet.org/chico-tree-advocates

property, the city has to review the site and approve the species or the space, but if it’s on private property, Withuhn and other volunteers can start digging right away. The group tries to encourage people to plant large, drought-tolerant, native trees like valley oaks and California sycamores. “My goal is to plant 1,000 trees a year for six years, so we can get our sapling numbers up so that we’ll pass on to the next generation a robust urban forest,” Withuhn said. “We’ll need help to do that.”

“Twenty years from now, our children won’t remember or care about most of the issues we’re worried about today,” Withuhn said. “This has not only been a gift, it’s a covenant. It’s an opportunity to pass on to the next generation a robust urban forest. Let’s not be the generation that was too busy to plant and protect trees in Chico.” □

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ning several initiatives to care for Chico’s urban forest, Efseaff said, including planting more than 100 trees through a PG&E donation. The city hopes to work closely with groups like the Chico Tree Advocates to make sure the city’s “right tree, right place” philosophy is used when planting on both city and private property. The city is also moving forward with restoring the urban forest manager position, which has been vacant since 2013. Even with these efforts, Efseaff said there will still have to be some removals. “The drought looks like somewhat of a distant memory—I hope it is—but we’re still in a water deficit,” Efseaff said. “There’s a backlog of trees that have suffered for the last four years, so there will be some removals.” Withuhn and other advocates have been meeting with City Council members, speaking at meetings and tabling at the Saturday farmers’ market to make sure the city and the community do not forget about the preservation of Chico’s urban forest.

READY, SET, SWAP It may be premature for spring planting, but gardeners can get an early start on planning their gardens (and helping others grow their own) with the seventh annual Seed Swap. The swap is held potluck-style, with participants invited to visit tables containing different types of seeds, bulbs, plants, cuttings and scion and take or leave what they like. The event is hosted by the Chico Seed Lending Library, GRUB Education Program and Earthshed Solutions, and will take place from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30, at Trinity United Methodist Church (285 E. Fifth St.).

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Over the past few weeks, it seems like almost every corner of Chico is changing, whether it’s a new business moving in or an old one leaving. Here’s some of the shake-up in the business community: For eight years, Susen Hille has made latex paint on glass storefronts her medium of choice for displaying her artistic talents. Self-taught since the age of 15, Hille is familiar with most of the media in the art world. She is skilled in oil painting, ceramics, woodworking, stone carving and jewelry making, but she makes window painting her living with her business Black Cat Window Painting, which she opened in October 2008. Hille moved to Northern California to care for her father in 1998 and held a number of jobs before the opportunity arose for her to start her business. She recently sat down with the CN&R to share her passion for creativity and talk about what life is like as a window painter. Find Black Cat Window Painting on Facebook to see photos of Hille’s work, or look for her signature on the corner of painted windows around town.

Why did you start window painting? It was kind of a spontaneous combustion. I had moved back from Vancouver, Wash., to care for my father. I was working as a technician for the United Artist Feature, and I quit when the economy tanked. It was a bummer because I thought that no one would want their windows painted! It was dur-

ing Halloween season, and the “black cat” title came because I wanted to catch people’s attention with the name. It must have worked!

going professional. I had an epiphany during that period of my life, and art started to click for me, and it hasn’t stopped.

What distinguishes you from other window painters?

The biggest challenge is the weather! If it’s too wet, too hot, too cold or too windy, a window may take six hours instead of two. One time it was so windy my paint palette, which is styrofoam, flew out of my hand into my face!

For one, I scrape off all my paintings when the customer wants me to. That is important, because I have almost lost business when potential clients think that I won’t and they are stuck with it and have to take care of it themselves. I also freehand all of the work I do. The client gives me an idea of what they want, and I go for it.

Have you had any professional training? Nope. I took a mandatory art class in high school, and my teacher was floored. He thought I should be

What are the challenges of the job?

What do you love about your work? I love the amount of creativity and freedom I get. There is also a really positive response to my work from clients and people around town. I love it all. Art is my life. It’s a challenge, but it’s what I love to do. —WHitNEy GArCiA

no more monks The closure of downtown’s Monks Wine Lounge & Bistro came as a shock to me and, it seems, the rest of Chico. When a friend of mine told me it was gone, I stared at her in disbelief. “Surely they’re just closed for the holidays,” I said. Not so. A sign on the restaurant in early January noted that it would be closed for a few days, but it never reopened. I can’t find Monks’ Facebook page anymore and the phone number is no longer in service. The real rub for local patrons is that Monks’ gift cards were being sold at Costco in late 2015 and are no longer usable. There’s good news, though— I talked to Costco customer service last week and they are giving cash refunds for the gift cards, or you can get Costco Cash. If you or one of your friends ended up with $50 to Monks under your Christmas tree, rest assured that you can take the cards back and score a lot of $1.50 hot dogs and sodas at Costco. swirl no more U-Swirl on Mangrove Avenue is no longer in business, at least in Chico. The chain yogurt shop’s departure comes on the heels of Brain Freeze’s closure on the north side of town. now open Panera Bread and Noodles and Co. have opened their doors in the Chico Mall parking lot. Now you can officially get your carb-load on. Almendra Winery and Distillery also kicks off its grand opening in Durham this Friday, Jan. 29, with a ribbon cutting at 6 p.m. Locally owned by Carol and Berton Bertagna, the winery has already started bottling and eight wines are currently available. Distilled spirits are expected to be available in March. Another new business on the block is European Wax Center. I have to admit, I was a tad hesitant about the place. But three days before our company photos, I realized my eyebrows needed some help. I popped in about 10 minutes before closing (8 p.m.!) and was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere doesn’t feel like a strip mall at all—they are in the Safeway shopping center on Mangrove—and the service was impeccable. Plus, I no longer look like Bert from Sesame Street, and it was nearly painfree, all thanks to Kendra.

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he movie year was actually quite terrible until December … and then it exploded. This is something I’ve said many times before. The movie year has become quite predictable. You get a punch up May through July and a crap load of great movies in late November and December. Many of the other months can be barren. Rather than taking the artistically enriched fertilizer that is great movies and then spreading it out on the field we call the film year generously and evenly over 12 months, Hollywood just takes a big dump on us in December. On top of unleashing a new Star Wars this last month that totally rocked balls, a bunch of excellent films got in before the old Dec. 31 cutoff and made the year look substantial in retrospect.

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THE BEST OF THE YEAR

have ever seen, and you probably will never see anything like it again.

1. The Revenant: Leonardo DiCaprio should be getting his first Oscar this year. His mostly dialogue-free performance here is the year’s best in many ways. It’s a case of an actor putting his everything into a movie, and the payoff is spectacular. By my count, he should have a few Oscars already. This is the second year in a row I’m giving top honors to a film by director Alejandro González Inárritu, who made last year’s Birdman. His film about a frontier man (DiCaprio) getting his ass kicked by a bear and seeking revenge on a villainous trapper (Tom Hardy as the year’s nastiest bad guy) is a note-for-note perfect film. See it on the big screen and marvel at what a real filmmaker can do. Also marvel at the sight of vegetarian DiCaprio eating a raw bison liver on screen. It’s gross.

3. Steve Jobs: Michael Fassbender had a great year with Slow West, Macbeth and this one from director Danny Boyle (127 Hours). It’s an unflattering look at the guy who, with his iTunes and phone doodads, killed that thing called patience for a large percentage of humanity. I love Apple Music, and I’m married to my iPhone 6 Plus, but my ability to shop and let conversations brew over time has been decimated. Thanks, Steve Jobs! Anyway, it’s a very well-done film.

2. Anomolisa: This is the year’s most visually innovative film and, because it was written and co-directed by Charlie Kaufman (Synecdoche, New York; Being John Malkovich); easily its most bizarre. It’s a stop-motion animation movie that will blow your mind. It’s nothing like anything you

4. The Hateful Eight: After the slight step backward that was Django Unchained (good, but not great), Quentin Tarantino gets back on track with this crazy, beautifullooking Western that is an acting showcase for everybody involved. A lot has been said about the 70mm cut for its visuals, but not enough has been said about Samuel L. Jackson doing career-best work as a Civil War soldier turned bounty hunter who crosses paths with a surly, hairy Kurt Russell. It’s time to give Jennifer Jason Leigh an Oscar. She’s so good it hurts in this movie. 5. Star Wars: The Force Awakens:

J.J. Abrams has achieved geek bliss. Daisy

Ridley gets my vote for an Oscar nomination as Rey. Star Wars is back in a big way. I’ve seen it twice. I loved it the first time. I went crazy for it the second time. That’s the mark of a great Star Wars movie. Yes, it follows many of the same beats from the original. I don’t have a problem with that. Are we still in spoiler-free zone when it comes to Star Wars? No, we aren’t? OK, then let me tell you about what happens to … I’m kidding.

6. Inside Out: Pixar gave us two films in

2015, and this would be the better of the two. This would be the much better of the two. It has inventive characters, an engaging plot and a terrific voice cast, including Amy Poehler and Bill Hader. The other one has dinosaurs harvesting corn. Did you hear me? Dinosaurs harvesting corn!

7. The End of the Tour: Some of the

year’s best dialogue occurs between Jesse Eisenberg’s reporter and Jason Segel’s David Foster Wallace in this road trip movie about the book tour for Infinite Jest. Segel makes another nice foray into the dramatic, while Eisenberg gets in another good performance before putting himself under the microscope as Lex Luthor for this year’s Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice. That’s going to

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make or break his career.

8. Spotlight: Michael Keaton continues his return from the dead as a newspaper editor investigating some bad priests in Boston. You’ll find one of 2015’s best ensemble casts in this one (Keaton, Mark Ruffalo, Rachel McAdams, Liev Schreiber).

9. Beasts of No Nation: Abraham Attah

and Idris Elba are astoundingly good as an African boy and his terrible commander/ father figure fighting a bloody civil war. Produced by Netflix.

10. Brooklyn: A young Irish woman (Saoirse Ronan) has to choose between Ireland and Brooklyn, N.Y., in the ’50s. The only problem I have with this movie is that there are too many damned Yankee fans in it. 11. Ex Machina: With this robot movie and

a little thing called Star Wars, Oscar Isaac got his charismatic ass into the year’s two best science-fiction offerings.

About the author:

Bob Grimm is a longtime N&R film critic who writes reviews and features for the Reno, Sacramento and Chico News & Review newspapers.

12. Love & Mercy: Whether or not you like

the music of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys, it’s fascinating to watch Paul Dano’s depiction of a young Wilson filling his living room with beach sand and trying to make animals sing. John Cusack does his best acting in years as an older, more scattered Wilson, while Elizabeth Banks impresses as the love interest that got Wilson away from his crazy doctor (Paul Giamatti).

13. Creed: Another great ’70s franchise got

its seventh chapter this year. This one finds a creative way to fire up the Rocky machine again by making Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) the mentor character, not unlike Burgess Meredith in the original series. Michael B. Jordan is impressive as the son of Apollo. He also took real punches in the face and allowed himself to be knocked out in the name of great cinema.

14. The Martian: Matt Damon won a

Golden Globe for best actor in a musical or comedy in this Ridley Scott sci-fi adventure. That is a bit of a stretch, but he does have plenty of funny moments as a dude stranded on Mars eating potatoes cultivated by his own poop. Actually, maybe this is a comedy.

15. Straight Outta Compton: While Jason Mitchell is quite good as N.W.A. rap-

per Eazy-E in this biopic, O’Shea Jackson Jr. (son of Ice Cube) is perhaps the film’s real star. There were times I was convinced I was watching his dad.

16. Room: Jacob Tremblay

will break your heart as Jack, a 5-year-old captive The Martian who knows nothing beyond the small room in which he’s been imprisoned his whole life. Brie Larson is equally good as Ma, who was kidnapped when she was 17 and is trying to give her son a life with meaning.

17. Sicario: Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin and

Benicio Del Toro are all exceptional in this scary tale of Americans intervening in Juarez, Mexico. While it isn’t a horror film, some of its scenes are certainly among the year’s most frightening.

18. The Big Short: Another outstanding ensemble (Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Brad Pitt, Christian Bale) in the service of some good directing from Adam McKay, taking a break from his usual broad comedies to examine the housing bubble that nearly collapsed the world economy.

19. It Follows: There were many good horror films this year, and I’m going to give this nice ode to John Carpenter the edge over the likes of Bone Tomahawk, We Are Still Here and Goodnight Mommy. Expressionless people unrelentingly following you can be really scary. 20. Cop Car: Kevin Bacon stars as a creepy cop in pursuit of two stupid kids who take his patrol car for a joyride. Director Jon Watts has been handed the Spider-Man franchise, and I’m guessing some executives saw his work here and thought the guy might know what he’s doing. I’m telling you, he most certainly does. FILM C O N T I N U E D JANUARY 28, 2016

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The best of the best, worst of the worst, and more

Best Actor: Leonardo DiCaprio (The Revenant), Michael

Fassbender (Steve Jobs), Michael B. Jordan (Creed), Matt Damon (The Martian), Samuel L. Jackson (The Hateful Eight)

Best Actress: Daisy Ridley (Star Wars: The Force Awakens),

Lily Tomlin (Grandma), Emily Blunt (Sicario), Brie Larson (Room), Saoirse Ronan (Brooklyn)

Best Supporting Actor: Sylvester Stallone (Creed), Mark Ruffalo (Spotlight), Oscar Isaac (Ex Machina), Jacob Tremblay (Room), Walton Goggins (The Hateful Eight) Best Supporting Actress: Jennifer Jason Leigh (The Hateful Eight), Rachel McAdams (Spotlight), Alicia Vikander (Ex Machina), Elizabeth Banks (Love & Mercy), Rooney Mara (Carol) Worst Actor: Chris Hemsworth (Blackhat and In the Heart of the Sea)

Worst Actress: Kate Mara (The Fantastic Four) Best Actress in a Bad Movie: Sarah Silverman (I Smile Back) Best Actor in a Bad Movie: Sam Rockwell (Poltergeist) Worst Actress in a Good Movie: Emilia Clarke (Terminator:

Genisys … yes, I thought it was an OK movie).

Worst Actor in a Good Movie: Jai Courtney (Terminator:

Genisys … I say again … it wasn’t that bad, even though some of the acting stunk.)

Biggest Letdown: Avengers: Age of Ultron, Spectre, Concussion

Best Foreign Film: Goodnight Mommy Best Documentary: Heart of a Dog Saddest Moment of the Year: Me, staring at my worthless

Blu-ray collection and realizing I could’ve spent all of that money on candy or pie. Drink coasters … each and every one of them!

Best Song in a Movie: I can’t name a single one! Definitely not that song in Spectre.

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THE WORST OF THE YEAR 1. A Walk in the Woods: Nick Nolte acts like a jackass with broken glass in his throat for nearly two hours, and Robert Redford does a lot of bug-eyed looks. This is a movie about hiking the Appalachian Trail that spends very little time on that trail and a lot of time in laundromats and diners. This might be the worst movie Redford has ever made, and he was in Indecent Proposal. Nolte needs to stop. Just stop. 2. In the Heart of the Sea/Blackhat: Chris Hemsworth sucked major ass in two lousy movies this year, and he wasn’t all that good in the colossal letdown Avengers: Age of Ultron either. I recommend this movie if you like huge bullshit-looking CGI whales and fake beards chased with spazz dialogue.

3. The Good Dinosaur: This mess has

Chappie

dinosaurs harvesting corn! The production problems that plagued the movie are glaringly evident in the mess that wound up on screen. The dinosaurs look like salamanders. It’s a blight on the cinematic rose that is Pixar.

4. The Green Inferno: Eli Roth released two

movies this year. This one involved cannibals and body horror, two things very much in his wheelhouse. The other (Knock, Knock) involved Keanu Reeves getting harassed by two girls. The one with Reeves was much better. That’s a big surprise.

5. Fantastic Four: Why can’t anybody make a decent Fantastic Four movie? Come on! There’s a rock guy, and a stretchy guy and a guy constantly bursting into flames. These should be the ingredients for never-ending excitement. Yeah, an invisible woman is kind of boring, but there’s a guy constantly on fire in this franchise! How come they keep screwing it up? 6. Pixels/The Cobbler/The Ridiculous Six: Let’s

just stick all of the Adam Sandler movies into one foul lump. It’s just safer that way. It’s worth noting that Tom McCarthy, frontrunner for a directing Oscar (Spotlight) also directed The Cobbler. It’s been an off-kilter year for Mr. McCarthy.

Worst Thing On TV this Year: I don’t care what anyone says

7. Fifty Shades of Grey: This movie is about as erotic and romantic as sticking your dick into a vat of hardened, moldy bacon grease and stroking your butthole with a recently deceased parakeet. I’m not saying I’ve ever tried such things, but I felt I should illustrate, and … well … actually … I should probably drop this subject right now.

Single Dumbest Thing in a Movie This Year: Dinosaurs

8. Unfriended: An entire movie staring at a com-

Best Movie Ending: The Hateful Eight Worst Movie Ending: Fifty Shades of Grey Best TV Shows That Used to Be Movies: Ash vs. Evil Dead, Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp … The Wiz sucked! harvesting corn!

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puter screen while a bunch of teen douchebags Skype each other. I’m not exaggerating … that’s what this was about. An exercise in pure, tedious boredom. Movies now apparently cost $73 to

make. You future director kids better get cracking on those iPhone cameras!

9. The Gunman: This is basically a movie with the sole purpose of showing you that a shirtless Sean Penn still looks pretty good even though he smokes 50 packs a day. He has washboard abs, and his career is in the toilet. 10. Chappie: If you need to see a robot movie made in 2015, see Ex Machina. This one’s insipid nonsense. I also think its failure caused director Neill Blomkamp’s star to fade, thus delaying plans for his Alien 5 where Ripley, Corporal Hicks and Newt would’ve come back to life in some sort of alternate universe. So, in some ways, Chappie is the film I hate most in 2015.

THE YEAR AHEAD In 2016, you will be getting a lot of sequels and reboots! The already mentioned Batman v. Superman, an all-female Ghostbusters, the longawaited and perhaps dreaded Independence Day sequel and the next Captain America are all on the way. As for the more cerebral, the Coen Brothers will deliver Hail, Caesar! and Terrence Malick directs Knight of Cups. Jeff Nichols helms Midnight Special, and Seth Rogen gives us the animated Sausage Party. Actually, Rogen has described that last one as the dirtiest, most juvenile thing he’s ever made, so don’t expect it in the Oscar race. Also, yep, another Star Wars movie in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. I hope you kids like your Star Wars because you are getting heaping spoonfuls of it every year for the foreseeable future. Ω

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Events and Activities for the Entire Family

Saturday/Sunday January 30 - 31, 2016 Chico Masonic Family Center 1110 W. East Ave. Chico Llano Seco Viewing Platform 7-mile Lane, Chico/Dayton Indian Fishery W. Sacramento & River Rds., Chico Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th Street, Chico

The Maze of Maps

Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm • Sun 9:00am – 3:00pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center This year we will feature an eclectic assortment of interesting maps from around the North Valley and beyond. Get the bird’s eye view of our local landscape features. Stroll through maps in the CMFC hallway and let your curiosity take you on a tour.

exhibiTs Galore & Vendors

Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm • Sun 9:00am – 3:00pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center Displays by State, Federal, and Non-profit organizations. Plus vendors selling everything from binoculars to bird books.

federal Junior duck sTaMp display

Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm • Sun 9:00am – 3:00pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center All 100 California winners from nearly 2,000 entries will be on display. Don’t forget to see the Chico winners.

MeeT sMokey bear and The blue Goose

Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm • Sun 9:00am – 3:00pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center Smokey the Bear and the National Wildlife Refuge’s Blue Goose will be visiting at various times courtesy of the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge. Also be sure to visit the US Fish & Wildlife Service fire safety exhibit booth.

Junior naTuralisT acTiViTies

Sat 10:00am - 3:00pm • Sun 10:00am – 3:00pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center Along with the Live Raptor Presentation, Meet Smokey Bear and Blue Goose, Junior Duck Stamp Display, children may earn a Junior Naturalist Certificate by participating in a few activities designed just for children. There will be nature crafts, opportunities to build bird feeders, make a bird call and much, much more! SATURDAY ONLY

slow The flow

9:00am - 10:30am Location: Chico Masonic Family Center When it rains, some of the rainwater soaks into the ground, while the rest runs off and flows into the storm drains and directly into Chico’s creeks. This is called stormwater runoff, which can contain pollutants, like motor oil and trash. In fact, stormwater runoff from roads, sidewalks, and landscaping is the single greatest source of water pollution. This workshop will discuss waterwise landscaping practices including rain gardens, bioswales, pervious pavers, and how to “Make Your Own Rain Barrel” (first 20 participants will receive a rain barrel). Participants may wish to take a field trip that compliments this workshop, Citizen Science: Water Quality on Saturday at 11AM.

california sTaTe parks presenTs - indian fishery Junior ranGer proGraM

Sat. 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Indian Fishery You can become a Junior Ranger by joining Ranger Zack Chambers for an exciting adventure on a short interpretive hike through the oak woodlands and riparian habitat at Indian Fishery. Participants will explore the relationship between the meandering river system and the ox-bow lake located at the park unit. Junior Rangers receive a Junior Ranger Log Book, a sticker, and the opportunity to earn many other awards. The hike is geared for children 7 - 12 years old but families are encouraged to attend. Meet ant Indian Fishery parking lot - West Sacramento Road and River Road. Limit 15 participants. To register, please call Ranger Zack Chambers at the ranger office - (530) 342-5185.

ciTizen science: waTer QualiTy

Sat. 11:00am - 12:00pm Location: Chico Creek Nature Center Join The Stream Team in tracking the health of Big Chico Creek. Learn how to test water quality including sampling protocols and proper use of monitoring equipment. We will test pH, turbidity, temperature, conductivity, and flow. Appropriate for all ages (parents must accompany children under age 18). Wear shoes and clothes that can get wet! Presenter: The Stream Team

all Those whiTe Geese! snow Goose workshop

Sat. 11:00am - 12:30pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center Snow Geese, Ross’s Geese, and Blue Morphs - it can be overwhelmingly white in the sky! Come learn how to tell the difference between all these white geese.Through exquisite pictures and lively narration, you can become much more knowledgeable about our Mascot of the Festival.Presenter: Mike Peters

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wolVes in california: The lonG Journey hoMe

Sat. 3:00pm - 4:30pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center California is excited to celebrate the beginning of what could be one of our state’s most inspiring conservation stories: the return of the gray wolf. As a keystone predator, wolves provide a critical balance to the ecosystem in which they belong. No other animal in history has so captured the imagination of people than the wolf! Come learn about the true nature of this dynamic predator and what the return of this iconic species means to our golden state. SUNDAY ONLY

phoToGraphinG The refuGe

Sun. 7:00am - 12:00pm Location: Llano Seco Viewing Platform Meet at the parking lot for the Llano Seco Viewing Platform on 7 Mile Lane for a morning of photography. Depending on the waterfowl distribution at the time, we will photograph at either Llano Seco or travel to either Colusa NWR or Sacramento NWR. We will photograph birds, particularly waterfowl, so come prepared with telephoto lenses but also have a wide angle lens available for scenic photographs. Reservations required through the Sacramento Wildlife Refuge. 530-934-2801 or email sacramentovalleyrefuges@fws.gov. Space is limited to 20 participants.

iT’s all abouT habiTaT - field Trip included!

Sun. 9:00am - 12:30pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center Come hear some of the highlights of the past and present projects of the California Conservation Corps (CCC). . Then we’ll drive to the Howard Slough Unit of the Upper Butte Basin Wildlife area for a walk through various kinds of habitats. Restoration of this area by the CCC’s is considered one of the finest wetland complexes in North America with a network of sloughs, channels and oak woodlands. In addition to the usual wetland waterfowl, we’ll look for riparian and woodland species, including raptors.

all abouT baTs!

Sun. 11:00am – 12:30pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center They are one of the most beneficial, yet most misunderstood animals in the world. Learn more about the habits, habitats, and species of bats that reside within the unique ecosystems of California’s valleys and forests.

opTics deMo

Sun 11:00am – 12:30pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center Learn the basics about Binoculars and Spotting Scopes for bird watching! What do the numbers mean? Isn’t higher power always better? This will be a “show and tell” discussion about the differences in size, quality, and construction of optics so that you can make a good choice for your needs and budget. Sample optics will be available from numerous manufacturers to illustrate. Marilyn Rose from Out of This World Optics will be the presenter.

Volcanoes of lassen Volcanic naTional park

Sun. 12:00pm – 1:30pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center This workshop is a great opportunity for educators, adults, and children ages ten and older to learn about some of the world’s most exciting active earth processes. Learn about the unique geologic features of this national park and how to identify the four major types of volcanoes using a variety of fun and creative techniques. Educational props, volcanic rocks, visual display, and other resources will be used to enhance this presentation.

wolVes in california: The lonG Journey hoMe Sun. 1:00pm – 2:30pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center See Saturday’s description.

rapTors and rehab

1:00pm - 2:30pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center Meet “Checkers” a Great Horned Owl as Marilyn shares some fascinating facts, unique habits, and curious myths about these beautiful birds of prey. Learn about wildlife rehabilitation and what you can do to help native wildlife. A surprise visit by other raptors is sure to delight all ages.

weTlands’ wildlife - The sacraMenTo Valley

Sun. 2:00pm – 3:00pm Location: Chico Masonic Family Center Filmed in the Gray Lodge Wildlife Refuge, The Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge, The Llano Seco Wildlife Refuge, and the wetlands and rice fields in and around the counties of Butte and Colusa in California, this beautiful video gives viewers a closeup look at many of the migratory birds that come from as far away as Siberia and the Arctic Circle to make their homes in the Sacramento Valley’s wetlands each winter. Included are Snow Geese, Ross’s Geese, Greater White-Fronted Geese, Canada Geese, Tundra Swans, Sandhill Cranes, Bald Eagles, and many other species.

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Paradise singer/songwriter Alli Battaglia. PHOTO BY DAVE LEPORI

Alli Battaglia’s musical dream has become her life

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declare: “Music is my calling.” IButcianfortolongtime local singer/songwriter

t’s standard rock-bio cliché for a musi-

Alli Battaglia, the notion goes deeper than mere generic justification for rock-star by Carey aspirations. In 2004, Wilson before she put in her time at local open Preview: mics, or took classes Alli Battaglia & the from Berklee School Musical Brewing of Music, or became Company CD-release one of Chico’s most party, Friday, popular musicians with Jan. 29, 7 p.m., at Chico Women’s Club. her band, The Musical Eastwind Bellydance Brewing Company, and Trevor Meneses Battaglia was drivopen. ing from her home in Tickets: $12 (at Chico Paper Co., Santa Cruz en route www.brownpaper to Paradise to visit her tickets.com and the parents when she fell door) asleep at the wheel and Chico Women’s Club ended up at the bottom 592 E. Third St. of a 15-foot ravine. “No one saw me go off the road,” she said in a recent interview, “and when I regained consciousness, I realized there was no way to call for help.” Battaglia managed to get out of the car, only to realize that she was surrounded by cement walls and apparently trapped. “I began to pray, and then I heard a voice .... It was a male-sounding voice, and it said, ‘Come this way.’ I crawled towards it. When I got to the place the voice came from, there was no one there, but I could see a bunch of cement bags piled up that I was able to climb back to the road to flag down help. I spent the next two weeks in intensive care at Enloe following emergency surgery. “The whole experience was profound to say the least, and during the weeks and months that followed, I felt a strong pull to begin writing and performing music. I began learning how to play guitar and started writing. I ended up staying in Paradise and started my journey as a musician. I started at open mic at Has Beans and moved forward from there.”

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Special Events WINE TASTING: The last Thursday of the month wine tasting—a benefit for Butte County Search & Rescue. Th, 1/28, 5-7pm. Bidwell Golf Course, 3199 Golf Course Road, (530) 891-8417.

Music JIM HURST: Bluegrass legend Jim Hurst visits Chico. Th, 1/28, 7pm. $15-$20. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1289 Filbert; (530) 343-1693.

Art Receptions KEEP CHICO WEIRD ART SHOW RECEPTION: Reception for the

In addition to getting busy writing songs and promoting local shows (Battaglia founded the annual all-female Chillith Fair showcases that ran from 2006 to 2009), she pursued and acquired a master certificate in songwriting from Berklee College of Music. “I received excellent vocal training and a wealth of tools and techniques in songwriting,” she said of the Berklee program. The latest artistic fruit of that experience is her new self-titled album—her third full-length—which will be debuted at a release party this Friday, Jan. 29, at Chico Women’s Club. Battaglia regularly performs in a variety of configurations— solo, three-piece or with her regular band of ringers (which currently includes guitarist Brian “Gravy” Asher and keyboardist Glenn Tucker). She also experiments with different styles, and the recording showcases the full dynamic spectrum— from funky rock to groovy folk, with Battaglia’s sandy-edged, evocative voice and soaring melodies tying it all together. Sacramento-based Bruce Spencer produced the 10-song album and brought with

him a wealth of experience as a drummer who has worked with artists ranging from Jackie Greene to Wynonna Judd. “Recording this album with Bruce Spencer was a blessing,” Battaglia said. “He understood my music in such a way that I was able to feel comfortable giving him a lot of artistic freedom. He really put his heart and soul into the project.” In addition to Asher, the album features contributions from Spencer and his band, The 77s (which includes guitarist/ vocalist Michael Roe and bassist Mark Harmon), among many other guest players, including keyboardist Roger Smith (Tower of Power, Dave Matthews Band). With the album done, Battaglia said she’s looking forward to getting on stage with the group and sharing the songs live. “The live performance is where it’s at for me,” she said. “There’s nothing like the feeling of playing your heart out up there. The energy exchange between audience and artist lifts you to new heights. There is a feeling of immense freedom. The earth sort of melts away, DQG , JHW WR IO\ ³ Ɛ

CN&R-hosted open-entry group art show featuring weird art of all media. With live music by Hallelujah Junction, free treats, public voting for Best of Show and beverages for purchase. Th, 1/28, 6-8pm. 1078 Gallery, 820 Broadway St.; (530) 343-1973.

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Shows Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 28-30 Theatre on the Ridge Playhouse SEE THURSDAY-SATURDAY, THEATER

FINE ARTS

Music A CELTIC EVENING WITH HA’PENNY BRIDGE: A special Ha’Penny Bridge reunion with the band’s former co-vocalist, Molly Paul. Sa, 1/30, 7:30pm. $10. Café Coda, 265 Humboldt Ave.; (530) 566-9476; www.cafecoda.com.

NORTH STATE SYMPHONY: Selections for small and not-so-small ensembles, featuring violinist Terrie Baune. Sa, 1/30, 7:30pm. RowlandTaylor Recital Hall, Chico State; (530) 243-8877; northstatesymphony.org.

SURVEY OF THE TURNER COLLECTION WINNERS: Reception for exhibit featuring important works added to the Turner Collection. Th, 1/28, 5:30pm. Janet Turner Print Museum, Chico State; (530) 898-4476; www.theturner.org.

SPIRAL STAIRS: Spiral Stairs (aka Pavement guitarist Scott Kannberg) returns to Chico. Locals The Empty Gate and Donald Beaman and the Spirit Molecules open. F, 1/29, 9:30pm. $10. Duffy’s Tavern, 337 Main St.; (530) 343-7718.

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FREE SPEECH TALK: Professor Stephen M.

CELTIC IMBOLG CEREMONY: Usher in the spring

Sherlock will address the importance of the freedom of speech on college campuses nationwide. F, 1/29, 5-7pm. Chico State BMU, 400 W. First St.; (530) 898-4636.

Music ALLI BATTAGLIA & THE MUSICAL BREWING COMPANY CD-RELEASE PARTY: KZFR throws a CD-release party for local funky folk-rock faves—with belly dancers and Trevor Menses joining the fun. F, 1/29, 7pm. $12. Chico Women’s Club, 592 E. Third St.; (530) 894-1978.

CELTIC IMBOLG CEREMONY Saturday, Jan. 30 Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEE SATURDAY, SPECIAL EVENTS

season at this ancient Gaelic seasonal festival. Sa, 1/30, 3-5pm. $3-$5. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1289 Filbert; (530) 343-1693.

CHICO SKATEBOARD EVENT: CARD hosts a skateboarding competition and clinic for all ages to raise money for local skate park. Sa, 1/30, 10am-4pm. Humboldt Ave. Skate Park, 371 Humboldt Ave.; (530) 895-4707; http://bit.ly/20aglAf.

KEEP CHICO WEIRD TALENT SHOW: The third annual edition of the CN&R’s celebration of the weird, featuring Chico’s most creative, fun

THE MET OPERA LIVE Saturday, Jan. 30 Cinemark 14

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and funky local artists competing for prizes. Plus, featured performances by the Chikoko design/art collective and local funksters Black Fong. Doors open at 6:30pm; show at 7:30pm. Sa, 1/30, 7:30pm. $15/advance (www.ticket web.com); $20/door. El Rey Theatre, 230 W. Second St.; (530) 894-2300.

THE MET OPERA LIVE: Giacomo Puccini’s

Turandot will be streamed in HD on the silver screen live from The Metropolitan Opera House in New York. Sa, 1/30, 9:55am. $16-$23. Cinemark 14, 801 East Ave., (530) 879-0143.

SEED SWAP: Seed Swap potluck style. Sa, 1/30,

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Special Events FIFTH-SUNDAY CHICKEN FRIED STEAK BREAKFAST: The Oroville Aerie FOE 196 will have their FifthSunday Dennis Wolfe Chicken Fried Steak Breakfast! Su, 1/31, 7:30-11am. $7.50. Eagles Hall, 2010 Montgomery St. in Oroville; (530) 403-0859; www.facebook.com/events/ 1045101462221509.

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Special Events YOUR M.O.M. COMEDY NIGHT: Weekly open-mic comedy with 20 open slots. Sign-ups start at 8pm. M, 9pm through 8/29. No cover. Maltese Bar & Tap Room, 1600 Park Ave.; (530) 3434915.

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Special Events STAND-UP COMEDY SHOWCASE: The area’s top stand-up comics perform alongside those trying their hand at comedy for the first time. Sign-ups begin at 8pm. Hosted by Jason Allen. W, 9pm. Free. Studio Inn Cocktail Lounge, 2582 Esplanade; (530) 343-0662.

Music PRESIDIO BRASS: Chico Performances presents an evening featuring lively renditions of favorite movie scores by the world-class brass quintet from San Diego. W, 2/3, 7:30pm. $10-$29. Laxson Auditorium, Chico State; (530) 898-6333; www.chicoperformances.com.

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12-3pm. Trinity United Methodist Church, 285 E. Fifth St.; (530) 828-6390; http://bit.ly/1JlG3xQ.

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FOR BETTER SKATEBOARDING Chico skateboarders have long lamented conditions at the Humboldt Avenue Skate Park, and they’re getting together Saturday, Jan. 30, to do something about it. The full day of events begins with a skateboard clinic in the morning, followed by skate demonstrations and ends with a competition. The event is being put on by proactive skate groups Skate Movement and Chico Skatepark Solutions in association with Chico Area Recreation and Park District, which owns the facility. Find more info at fixchicoskatepark.com.

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party Invite party organizers to your door with the Chico News & Review’s Party Guide! This special guide features a guide to the full range of parties our readers might want to throw, from milestones to office holiday parties.

Art 1078 GALLERY: Keep Chico Weird Art Show, a CN&R-hosted open-entry group art show featuring weird art of multiple mediums. 1/281/30. 820 Broadway St., (530) 343-1973.

Call (530) 894-2300 to be part of the guide

CHICO ART CENTER: Members Showcase, the Chico Art Center kicks off its 50th year with the annual Members Showcase group exhibition. Through 2/6. 450 Orange St., (530) 895-8726, www.chicoartcenter.com.

JAMES SNIDLE FINE ARTS: New colorful paintings

THANK YOU, CN&R READERS, for your generous donations of toiletries during our winter drive. These hundreds of products and more are headed to two very worthy local programs: Stairways Programming, a “housing first” shelter that helps connect people to the services they need to get back on their feet, and the 6th Street Center for Youth, a Youth for Change division that aids homeless and at-risk young people.

by David Hoppe, the latest series of large acrylic paintings by David Hoppe, are made with dramatic colors and bold shapes that lure the viewer on a journey of recognizable shapes, figures and other worldly creations. Through 1/29. 254 E. Fourth St., (530) 343-2930.

JANET TURNER PRINT MUSEUM: Survey of The

Turner Collection Winners, this exhibition offers the chance to see together important works added to the Turner Collection. M-F, 11am-4pm through 2/20. Opens 1/25. Chico State, (530) 898-4476, www.theturner.org.

UPPER CRUST BAKERY & EATERY: Photos of local

wildlife, photography exhibit by local musician John Seid. Through 1/31. 130 Main St., (530) 8953866.

Call for Artists BLC’S SHORT STORY CONTEST: Butte Literacy Council is accepting entries for its annual short story contest. Entries must be postmarked by March 14. See site for details. Through 3/14. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave., (530) 891-2762, www.butteliteracycouncil.org.

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BEATNIKS COFFEE HOUSE & BREAKFAST JOINT:

Altered/Altars, altars and being altered, works by Sisko. Through 1/31. 1387 E. Eighth St., (530) 894-2800, www.chicobeatniks.com.

Look for it on stands in February.

“UT 8” BY KOCHI YAMAMOTO

Museums CHICO AIR MUSEUM: An ongoing display highlighting local aviation history. Ongoing. 165 Ryan Ave., (530) 345-6468.

CHICO CREEK NATURE CENTER: Banding by Day

and Night, a close look at birds in hand with incredible detail. Ongoing. $2-$4. 1968 E. Eighth St., (530) 891-4671, www.bidwellpark.org.

GATEWAY SCIENCE MUSEUM: Grossology, an exhibit based on science teacher Sylvia Branzei’s best-selling Grossology. Explore how and why your body produces mushy, oozy, crusty, scaly and stinky gunk in this colorful exhibit with more than 20 interactive displays. Through 5/8. Members & children under 3 free; Non-members: $4-$7. 625 Esplanade, www.csuchico.edu/gateway.

PARADISE DEPOT MUSEUM: A railroad and logging museum in Paradise. Ongoing, 7-9pm. 5570 Black Olive Drive in Paradise, (530) 877-1919.

VALENE L. SMITH MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY:

Fired Earth: Beauty and Tradition in Asian Ceramics, two thousand years of Far Eastern creativity and ingenuity will be showcased through ceramic art. Through 7/31. Meriam Library Complex Chico State.

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John Hammond tells his musical story at the Big Room Nevada Brewing Co.’s Big ARoom on Tuesday, Jan. 19, to

rapt audience filled the Sierra

hear guitarist John Hammond (not “John Hammond Jr.” as so many by people mistakMiles Jordan enly call him; Hammond Jr. is his father), Review: John hammond, who spent a tuesday, Jan. 19, at little more than sierra nevada 2 1/2 hours spinBig room. ning stories and singing the kind of country-blues for which he’s most noted. After a few opening numbers that featured him playing an acoustic guitar, rack-mounted harmonica—plus some very active foot-stomping—the genial bluesman began to preface each song with either a story about it or about himself. And after more than five decades of concertizing and recording, he has plenty of both! In fact, the event was half music and half stories, with the latter eliciting a lot of laughter from the crowd. Now 73, Hammond described how he began his career 50 years ago, just when interest in countryblues was whetted by the discovery that many of the men whose music he and his fellow young acolytes admired and emulated were still around. Hammond shared how he and some of his peers went down to Chicago’s Maxwell Street to see their idols in action. And so it went: an amusing, relevant account of the song he was going to play and then a stunning version of it, especially when he picked up his National “resonator” guitar and treated us to some magnificent slide-guitar work. His harmonica playing was another

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THE BIG ROOM story, as most of the time I found his screeching destroyed the delicate mood his guitar playing had so eloquently established. As, for example, on his own “Heartache Blues” where, after lamenting his woman’s behavior (“She’s so mean and evil”), his smoke alarmstyle harmonica almost ruined that song—and others—for me. As a devotee of country-blues, Hammond’s focus on Robert Johnson is truly noteworthy (no pun intended), and his heartfelt rendition of Johnson’s “Come on in My Kitchen” (“’cause it’s goin’ to be rainin’ outdoors”) was a fine tribute to the man whose heart-wrenching songs of love and betrayal have fascinated generations of blues lovers. Among the many stories Hammond related was this gem that occurred during his performance at the 1986 Sacramento Blues Festival: He introduced the song “My Time After a While” as being by Buddy Guy (who’d erroneously “stolen”

the songwriting credit) only to be confronted by an irate Bob Geddins, a Bay Area record producer who was in attendance, who shouted at Hammond that he had written the song—which was true. As much as Hammond thrives on the acoustic country-blues live, the multiple blues-award-winning guitarist has often chosen to play newer material on an electric guitar in the studio with others. In the 1990s, for example, he recorded with Little Charlie & the Nightcats, and in 2001, he conspired with Tom Waits, who wrote all of the songs for Hammond’s album Wicked Grin. One of Hammond’s flag-wavers is his rousing, foot-stomping version of Skip James’ “Preachin’ Blues” (“Yes I’m gonna get me religion/I’m gonna join the Baptist Church/You know I wanna be a Baptist preacher/Just so I won’t have to work”) that ended the wellreceived show and led to a brief encore. □

TuESDAy, MARCH 1, 2016 Michael Cleveland, the 10-time IBMA Fiddle Player of the Year, comes to the Big Room with his band, Flamekeeper. This is worldclass bluegrass at its best!

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Coda, 265 Humboldt Ave., (530) 5669476, www.cafecoda.com.

IRISH-MUSIC HAPPY HOUR: A Chico tradition: Friday night happy hour with traditional Irish music by the Pub Scouts. F, 4pm. $1. Duffy’s Tavern, 337 Main St., (530) 343-7718.

JOHN SEID, LARRY PETERSON: Live music

for dining and getting together. F, 1/29, 6-9pm. Two-Twenty Restaurant/ Lounge, 220 W. Fourth St., (530) 8951515, twotwentyrestaurant.com.

SEVERANCE PACKAGE, PINK BANDANA, PANTHER SURPRISE AND CELL BLOCK:

28THURSDAY CHICO JAZZ COLLECTIVE: Thursday jazz.

Th, 8-11pm. Free. The DownLo, 319 Main St., (530) 892-2473.

JIM HURST: Bluegrass legend Jim Hurst

visits Chico. Th, 1/28, 7pm. $15-$20. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1289 Filbert, (530) 343-1693.

JOHN SEID AND LARRY PETERSON: Live,

eclectic set of tunes. Th, 1/28, 6-9pm. Grana, 198 E. Second St., (530) 8092304.

OPEN MIC: Singers, poets and musicians welcome. Th, 7-10pm. Has Beans Cafe, 501 Main St., (530) 894-3033, www.has beans.com

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Wednesday, Feb. 3 Laxson Auditorium

ALLI BATTAGLIA & THE MUSICAL BREWING COMPANY CD RELEASE: KZFR throws a CD-release party for local funky folkrock faves—with belly dancers and Trevor Menses joining the fun. F, 1/29, 7pm. $12. Chico Women’s Club, 592 E. Third St., (530) 894-1978.

BASSMINT: A weekly EDM party with a

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and chugging metal. F, 1/29, 7pm. $7. 1078 Gallery, 820 Broadway St., (530) 343-1973.

CHRIS SCHADT BAND AND BLACK FONG:

rotating cast of local and regional DJs. Check with venue for details. F, 9:30pm. Peking Chinese Restaurant, 243 W. Second St., (530) 895-3888.

The Chris Schadt Band returns with Black Fong with some old-school Chico party music. F, 1/29, 8pm. $7. Maltese Bar & Tap Room, 1600 Park Ave., (530) 343-4915.

THE BURIED HEART, SOCORRO, VOX VOCIS, AND THEN SUDDENLY, TEAM SKINS: A

FRIDAY MORNING JAZZ: A weekly morning

huge lineup will fill the gallery with high-tempo punk, down-tempo beats

jazz appointment with local experimental troupe Bogg. F, 11am. Free. Café

Benefit concert for Women’s Health Specialists of Chico. F, 1/29, 8pm. $7. Monstros Pizza & Subs, 628 W. Sacramento Ave., (530) 345-7672.

SPIRAL STAIRS: Spiral Stairs (aka

KEEP CHICO WEIRD TALENT SHOW: The third annual edition of the CN&R’s celebration of the weird, featuring Chico’s most creative, fun and funky local artists competing for prizes. Plus, featured performances by the

Chikoko design/art collective and local funksters Black Fong. Doors open at 6:30pm, show at 7:30pm. Sa, 1/30, 7:30pm. $15/advance (www.ticket web.com), $20/door. El Rey Theatre, 230 W. Second St., (530) 894-2300.

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It’s been more than two decades since his old band Pavement played the Whispering Clam Room (formerly a part of Duffy’s Tavern, where Melody Records is today), and this Friday, Jan. 29, Scott Kannberg (aka Spiral Stairs) will return to the scene of the crime for a show at Duffy’s, with his band, also called Spiral Stairs. The Empty Gate and Donald Beaman & The Spirit Molecules open.

Pavement guitarist Scott Kannberg) joins The Empty Gate and Donald Beaman and the Spirit Molecules. F, 1/29, 9:30pm. $10. Duffy’s Tavern, 337 Main St., (530) 343-7718.

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A CELTIC EVENING WITH HA’PENNY BRIDGE: A special Ha’Penny Bridge

reunion with the band’s former covocalist, Molly Paul. Sa, 1/30, 7:30pm. $10. Café Coda, 265 Humboldt Ave., (530) 566-9476, www.cafecoda.com.

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every month, 7-11pm. The Tackle Box Bar & Grill, 379 E. Park Ave., (530) 3457499, www.tackleboxchico.com.

YOUR M.O.M. COMEDY NIGHT: Weekly open-mic comedy with 20 open slots. Sign-ups start at 8pm. M, 9pm through 8/29. No cover. Maltese Bar & Tap Room, 1600 Park Ave., (530) 343-4915.

MUSIC SHOWCASE: An open mic hosted

UNDERHOUSE MUSIC: Local crew pres-

ents an evening of hip-hop. Sa, 1/30, 5pm. $8. 1078 Gallery, 820 Broadway St., (530) 343-1973.

by local country musicians Rich and Kendall. Sa, 5-9pm. Free. Scotty’s Landing, 12609 River Rd., (530) 7102020.

THE NIBBLERS AND SWOOP UNIT: Funky soul music from Sac and the Bay Area to ease you into an evening of dancing. Sa, 1/30, 9pm. $10. Lost on Main, 319 Main St., (530) 891-1853.

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JOHN SEID AND LARRY PETERSON: Live

music. Su, 1/31, 6-9pm. 5th Street Steakhouse, 345 W. Fifth St., (530) 8916328, www.5thstreetsteakhouse.com.

NORTH STATE SYMPHONY: Selections for small and not-so-small ensembles, featuring violinist Terrie Baune. Sa, 1/30, 7:30pm. Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall, Chico State, (530) 243-8877, northstatesymphony.org.

SWAMP JAM: Bring an instrument and enjoy swamp-themed food and drinks available for purchase. Last Su of

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IPIC LIVE: The debut of “The Tower,” a new audio/video recording system to capture the eclectic lineup of iPic artists—Julian Ruck, Dane Mutters, Alpine and Get Foxy. M, 2/1, 7pm. $5. Habitat Lab, 199 E. 13th St.

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MIDWEEK EARLY-EVENING OPEN MIC: Sign up starting at 5pm. Music, poetry and spoken word welcome. Tu, 6-8pm through 12/20. Free. Gogi’s Café, 230 Salem St. Next to transit center, (530) 891-3570, www.gogiscafe.com.

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LIVE JAZZ: Eat and enjoy live jazz music performed by Carey Robinson and friends. W. Farm Star Pizza, 2359 Esplanade, (530) 343-2056, www.farm starpizza.com.

ROCK ’N’ REPRODUCTION

A quartet of Chico’s finest hard-rocking outfits—Severance Package, Pink Bandana, Panther Surprise and Cell Block— are banding together Friday, Jan. 29, at Monstros Pizza for a good cause—to raise money for Women’s Health Specialists of Chico. The organization provides compassionate, confidential, nonjudgmental reproductive health care for women and clients of all genders.

PRESIDIO BRASS: Chico Performances presents an evening featuring lively renditions of favorite movie scores by the world-class brass quintet from San Diego. W, 2/3, 7:30pm. $10-$29. Laxson Auditorium, Chico State, (530) 898-6333, www.chicoperformances .com.

STAND-UP COMEDY SHOWCASE: The area’s top stand-up comics perform alongside those trying their hand at comedy for the first time. Sign-ups begin at 8pm. Hosted by Jason Allen. W, 9pm. Free. Studio Inn Cocktail Lounge, 2582 Esplanade, (530) 343-0662.

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lyrical drama about five sisters growing up in a rural village in northern Turkey. By the tradition-bound standards by of their elders, these young women Juan-Carlos Selznick are all on the verge of running wild, which, in this case, means they’re in danger of doing permanent damage to their respective reputations and to the honor of their family. The dramatic stakes are heightened by the fact that the five siblings Mustang are orphans, and so “family” in the Opens Friday, girls’ case means their nasty Uncle Jan. 29. Directed by Erol (Ayberk Pekcan) and their kindDeniz Gamze Ergüven. Pageant Theatre. ly grandmother (an excellent Nihal rated PG-13. Koldas). As a patriarch by proxy, Erol is both arrogant and abusive. The grandmother, by pointed contrast, is protective and resourceful, even though very careful to avoid even the smallest sign of transgression against the strictures of traditional propriety. The film begins with the sisters, fully dressed in school uniforms, cavorting in the surf with some of their male classmates on a very sunny ocean beach. A

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neighbor passing by sees something she deems “scandalous,” and she takes her accusation to the village authorities. Uncle Erol promptly orders that his nieces be confined to the family abode and underlines his point by having bars placed over the windows and doors. And the still-supportive grandmother begins launching every kind of old-fashioned damage control she knows of, including finding suitors to whom the eldest sisters can become engaged—in public and at the earliest possible opportunity. The girls, of course, have to go along with most of this, but their collective spirit of rebellion has only grown stronger amid the absurdities of their confinement. One of them will refuse her engagement in a particularly dramatic fashion, and all five will have the special exhilaration of engineering an escape from their domestic “jail” and then running away to watch and celebrate at a “women only” soccer match. Filmmaker/actress Deniz Gamze Ergüven, making her feature-film debut as a director, takes a glancing, evocative, semi-impressionistic approach to the story and its assorted dramatic moments. The two most shocking events in the story occur off-screen, with Ergüven attending instead to the emotional fallout and aftershocks experienced by the sisters and others who are onscreen at the time. Each of the sisters gets individuated, at least briefly, but a kind of group portraiture (that fledgling spirit of rebellion) prevails. The one real exception to that is Lale, the youngest and scrappiest of the group. She’s also the story’s occasional narrator, just often enough to make her point of view count for a little extra. □

Opening this week Fifty Shades of Black

Marlon Wayans co-wrote and stars in this spoof of Fifty Shades of Grey. Cinemark 14. Rated R.

The Finest Hours

Kung Fu Panda 3

In this third installment in the computeranimated film franchise, Jack Black is back as the voice of Po the panda, who, this time, is faced with the prospect of an arranged marriage while trying to defend China from an evil spirit. Cinemark 14, Feather River Cinemas and Paradise Cinema 7. Rated PG.

Mustang

See review this issue. Pageant Theatre. Rated PG-13 —J.C.S.

Now playing 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi

Michael Bay (Armageddon, Transformers) directs this adaptation of Mitchell Zuckoff’s book Benghazi, which tells the story of the 2012 attack on the U.S. embassy in Benghazi, Libya, from the point of view of the American security team that fought to protect the compound. Cinemark 14, Feather River Cinemas and Paradise Cinema 7. Rated R.

The 5th Wave

After four alien attacks on Earth, a teen girl is desperate to protect herself and her little brother as the fifth wave approaches. Cinemark 14, Feather River Cinemas and Paradise Cinema 7. Rated PG-13. In a freaky house in a remote village, a young woman is babysitting a life-size doll that represents the dead boy she thought she’d be watching. What could possibly go wrong? Cinemark 14 and Feather River Cinemas. Rated PG-13.

Brooklyn

In Brooklyn, Eilis Lacey (Saoirse Ronan) comes of age just in time to find herself on the horns of a remarkable dilemma. No sooner has she emigrated from Ireland to the U.S. and started a new life of her own there than she’s called back to Ireland (for the funeral of an older sister who has died young) and begins discovering an alternative “new life” where there was none before. Her dilemma is magnified by the fact of having a very attractive suitor in both places—a wildly devoted working-class Italian American named Tony (Emory Cohen) in Brooklyn and a gentlemanly middle-class lad named Jim (Domhnall Gleeson) in Ireland. But romance is just one aspect in the drama of cultural dynamics that must play out in her emerging sense of selfhood. Novelist/screenwriter Nick Hornby, has adapted Colm Tóibín’s novel and fashioned a comedy/drama that scores points as a coming-of-age tale, as a cultureclash sketch, and as a richly contextualized love story. And director John Crowley presents it all with brisk sensitivity. Paradise Cinema 7. Rated PG-13 —J.C.S.

Daddy’s Home

Will Ferrell plays a stepdad whose efforts to connect with his stepchildren are challenged when the kids’ birth father (Mark Wahlberg) returns to battle for their affections. Cinemark 14. Rated PG-13.

Ice Cube and Kevin Hart are both back in this sequel that now finds the bumbling former security guard (Hart) working as cop but still trying to win the favor of his skeptical bro-in-law, the grizzled detective. Hijinks and disapproving scowls aplenty. Cinemark 14, Feather River Cinemas and Paradise Cinema 7. Rated PG-13.

Sisters

Amy Poehler and Tina Fey play two adult sisters who return to their childhood home to throw one big party before their parents sell the place. Cinemark 14. Rated R.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

The Force Awakens entertains. It’s a fast, funny, noisy super-spectacle. It’s an armchair version of a theme-park thrill ride that aims to excite and soothe at the same time. Beyond that, let me offer some marginal notes: The key newcomers—Daisy Ridley as Rey, Oscar Isaac as Poe Dameron, John Boyega as Finn, Adam Driver as Kylo Ren—all make strong impressions. Ridley has the best role. Isaac does the best acting, but only in the early parts of the story. The returning veterans—Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill—seem like guest performers on some kind of reunion tour. They’ve all outgrown their respective characters (including the aging versions they play here), but they’re all good troupers and they gamely play along with the fun. The story provides a pretext for the spectacular visual displays, but the story and visuals get their main dramatic effects from the grand musical score and the orchestration of those larger-than-life sound effects. Take John Williams’ music away and the film begins to lose its sense of vast expansiveness. Even some of the interior scenes might begin to feel as enclosed and claustrophobic as anything from the cheapie sci-fi of the 1950s. Cinemark 14 and Paradise Cinema 7. Rated PG-13 —J.C.S.

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(no-frills version) Note: While making bread is in fact a five- or six-hour process, only a half hour or so is spent actually preparing the dough. Much of the time is spent waiting. The colder the day, the longer the staff of life takes to rise. Warm a KitchenAid (or similar style) mixing bowl by filling it with hot water. Empty and add 2 1/2 cups lukewarm water, into which, dissolve 2 tablespoons yeast using beater attachment. (The yeast

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IN THE MIX Convex Nym Loci records Convex, the third album from San Francisco-based producer Nym, whose more well-known knob-fiddling contemporaries include Pretty Lights, Bonobo and Little People, is an obscure trip-hop gem. Headnodding, pensive and mostly instrumental, Convex recalls Little People’s 2006 album, Mickey Mouse Operation, and it falls right in line with the rest of Nym’s excellent catalog (see 2013’s Trembling in the Stone and 2011’s Warm Blooded Lizard). The record sounds fussed over and immaculate, from the crisply captured drums to the lush string and horn arrangements. Odd samples of old-timey cinema pop up. Several of the tracks, including the dreamy soundscapes in “Sleep” and “Come Back,” have a world-music flavor. And as with most of Nym’s music, many of the impressible melodies on Convex are delivered by female vocalists. See, for example, the Orienttinged “Wavey Blue,” featuring Spherelet. Another clear highlight is “Well Tempered,” built entirely around a mesmerizing orchestral loop. Listening through headphones is candy for the ears.

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turn to you Tauruses for help in staying grounded. They love to soak up your down-to-earth pragmatism. They want your steadfastness to rub off on them, to provide them with the stability they see in you. You should be proud of this service you offer! It’s a key part of your appeal. Now and then, though, you need to demonstrate that your stalwart dependability is not static and stagnant—that it’s strong exactly because it’s flexible and adaptable. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to emphasize this aspect of your superpower.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): When

winter comes, pine trees that grow near mountaintops may not be able to draw water and minerals from the ground through their roots. The sustenance they require is frozen. Luckily, their needle-like leaves absorb moisture from clouds and fog and drink in minerals that float on the wind. Metaphorically speaking, Gemini, this will be your preferred method for getting nourished in the coming weeks. For the time being, look up to obtain what you need. Be fed primarily by noble ideals, big visions, divine inspiration and high-minded people.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): We all

go through phases when we are at odds with people we love. Maybe we’re mad at them or feel hurt by them or can’t comprehend what they’re going through. The test of our commitment is how we act when we are in these moods. That’s why I agree with author Steve Hall when he says, “The truest form of love is how you behave toward someone, not how you feel about them.” The coming weeks will be an important time for you to practice this principle with extra devotion—not just for the sake of the people you care about, but also for your own physical, mental and spiritual health.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): After fighting and

killing each other for years on end, the Roman and Persian armies agreed to a truce in 532 A.D. The treaty was optimistically called “The Endless Peace.” Sadly, “endless” turned out to be just eight years. By 540, hostilities resumed. I’m happy to announce, though, that your prospects for accord and rapprochement are much brighter. If you work diligently to negotiate an endless peace anytime between now and March 15, it really is likely to last a long time.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “I shiver,

thinking how easy it is to be totally wrong about people, to see one tiny part of them and confuse it for the whole.” Author Lauren Oliver wrote that, and now I’m offering it to you, just in time for your Season of Correction and Adjustment. The coming weeks will be a favorable time for you to get smarter about evaluating your allies— and maybe even one of your adversaries, as well. I expect you will find it relatively easy, even pleasurable, to overcome your misimpressions and deepen your incomplete understandings.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In June

1942, the U.S. Navy crushed Japanese naval forces at the Battle of Midway. It was a turning point that was crucial to America’s ultimate victory over Japan in World War II. One military historian

by rob brezsny called it “the most stunning and decisive blow in the history of naval warfare.” This milestone occurred just six months after Japan’s devastating attack on U.S. forces at Pearl Harbor. To compare your life to these two events may be bombastic, but I’m in a bombastic mood as I contemplate your exciting possibilities. I predict that in the second half of 2016, you’ll claim a victory that will make up for a loss or defeat you endured during the last few months of 2015. And right now is when you can lay the groundwork for that future triumph.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Playwright

Edmond Rostand (1868-1918) had a lot of friends, and they often came to visit him uninvited. He found it hard to simply tell them to go away and leave him alone. And yet he hated to be interrupted while he was working. His solution was to get naked and write for long hours while in his bathroom, usually soaking in the bathtub. His intrusive friends rarely had the nerve to insist on socializing. In this way, Rostand found the peace he needed to create his masterpiece Cyrano de Bergerac, as well as numerous other plays. I suggest you consider a comparable gambit, Scorpio. You need to carve out some quality alone time.

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21): “I opened my mouth, almost said something. Almost. The rest of my life might have turned out differently if I had. But I didn’t.” The preceding reminiscence belongs to a character in Khaled Hosseini’s novel The Kite Runner. I bring it up in hopes that you will do the opposite: Say the words that need to be said. Articulate what you’re burning to reveal. Speak the truths that will send your life on a course that’s in closer alignment with your pure intentions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

According to some traditional astrologers, you Capricorns are vigilant to avoid loss. Old horoscope books suggest that you may take elaborate measures to avoid endangering what you have accumulated. To ensure that you will never run out of what you need, you may even ration your output and limit your self-expression. This behavior is rooted in the belief that you should conserve your strength by withholding or even hiding your power. While there may be big grains of truth in this conventional view of you Capricorns, I think it’s only part of the story. In the coming weeks, for instance, I bet you will wield your clout with unabashed authority. You won’t save yourself for later; you’ll engage in no strategic self-suppression. Instead, you will be expansive and unbridled as you do whatever’s required to carry out the important foundation work that needs to be done.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following persons are doing business as APRONS ONLY at 9 Stoney Meadows Terrace Chico, CA 95928. GLEN DILLEY 9 Stoney Meadows Terrace Chico, CA 95928. JANICE STUESSY 9 Stoney Meadows Terrace Chico, CA 95928. This business is conducted by a General Partnership. Signed: JANICE STUESSY Dated: December 16, 2015 FBN Number: 2015-0001526 Published: January 21,28, February 4,11, 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as INDEPENDENT REALTY GROUP at 30 Landing Circle Suite 300 Chico, CA 95973. SARAH NIELSEN 408 Paseo Companeros Street Chico, CA 95928. This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed: SARAH NIELSEN Dated: January 21, 2016 FBN Number: 2016-0000075 Published: January 28, February 4,11,18, 2016

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GROUP at 984 East Avenue Suite B 3 Chico, CA 95973. ROBERT LYNN HIGHTOWER 536 Madrone Avenue Chico, CA 95926. This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed: ROBERT L. HIGHTOWER Dated: January 14, 2016 FBN Number: 2016-0000043 Published: January 28, February 4,11,18, 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as PRECISION BOOKKEEPING AND PAYROLL at 3581 Connie Circle A Paradies, CA 95969. LEE ANN REEVES 3581 Connie Circle A Paradise, CA 95969. This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed: LEE ANN REEVES Dated: January 19, 2016 FBN Number: 2016-0000057 Published: January 28, February 4,11,18, 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as LAKE COUNTY PROPERTY PRESERVATION SERVICES at 2151 Mansfield Court Chico, CA 95928. BARBARA MORTON 2151 Mansfield Court Chico, CA 95928. This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed: BARBARA MORTON Dated: January 19, 2016 FBN Number: 2016-0000058 Published: January 28, February 4,11,18, 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as HIGH BEAM SOLAR GLASS CO at 11088 Midway Chico, CA 95928. THOMAS EUGENE WILHELM 11088 Midway Chico, CA 95928. This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed: TOM WILHELM Dated: January 7, 2016 FBN Number: 2016-0000019 Published: January 28, February 4,11,18, 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as CAL 1ST PRIVATE SECURITY at 6221 Salk Court Magalia, CA 95954. DAVID SHERWOOD 6221 Salk Court Magalia, CA 95954. This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed: DAVID SHERWOOD Dated: January 20, 2016 FBN Number: 2016-0000066 Published: January 28, February 4,11,18, 2016

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NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE LAWRENCE O. SPECK aka LAWRENCE OVALEE SPECK JR. To all heirs and beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: LAWRENCE O. SPECK aka LAWRENCE OVALEE SPECK JR. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: ROBERT J. SPECK in the Superior Court of California, County of Butte. The Petition for Probate requests that: ROBERT J. SPECK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s wills and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: February 9, 2016 Time: 9:00a.m. Dept: Probate Address of the court: Superior Court of California County of Butte 1775 Concord Ave. Chico, CA 95926. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a

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Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: NICOLE R. PLOTTEL Harris & Plottel, LLP 3120 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 10 Chico, CA 95973 (530) 893-2882 Case Number: PR41646 Dated: December 18, 2015 Published: January 14,21,28, 2016

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE ANDREW N. THOMAS aka ANDREW NICHOLAS THOMAS To all heirs and beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ANDREW N. THOMAS aka ANDREW NICHOLAS THOMAS A Petition for Probate has been filed by: RAOUL J. LECLERC in the Superior Court of California, County of Butte. The Petition for Probate requests that: RAOUL J. LECLERC be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: February 9, 2016 Time: 9:00a.m. Dept: Probate Address of the court: Superior Court of California County of Butte 1775 Concord Ave. Chico, CA 95926. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition

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or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: RAOUL J. LECLERC P.O. Drawer 111 Oroville, CA 95965 (530) 533-5661 Case Number: PR41757 Dated: January 13, 2016 Published: January 21,28, February 4, 2016

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE H. KIRK LAWLER aka HAZEL KIRK LAWLER To all heirs and beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: H. KIRK LAWLER aka HAZEL KIRK LAWLER A Petition for Probate has been filed by: TERRANCE C. LAWLER in the Superior Court of California, County of Butte. The Petition for Probate requests that: TERRANCE C. LAWLER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: February 23, 2016 Time: 9:00a.m. Dept: Probate Address of the court: Superior Court of California County of Butte 1775 Concord Ave. Chico, CA 95926. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of

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estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: ROD W. BURTON, III 47 Main Street Sutter Creek, CA 95685 (209) 267-9217 Case Number: PR41759 Dated: January 15, 2016 Published: January 28, February 4,11, 2016

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner MADELINE GODDARD filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: MADELINE BAILEY GODDARD Proposed name: MADELINE BAILEY CHINCHAY THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: Februrary 19, 2016 Time: 9:00am Dept: TBA The address of the court is: Butte County Superior Court 1775 Concord Ave Chico, CA 95928 Signed: MICHAEL P. CANDELA Dated: December 16, 2015 Case Number: 165411 Published: January 7,14,21,28, 2016

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner HEIDI KIM MURPHY filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: HEIDI KIM MURPHY Proposed name: HEIDI KIM JOLLY THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: March 4, 2016 Time: 9:00am Dept: TBA The address of the court is: Butte County Superior Court 1775 Concord Ave Chico, CA 95928 Signed: STEPHEN E. BENSON Dated: December 24, 2015 Case Number: 165507 Published: January 7,14,21,28, 2016

CHRISTY SEIM, JOSHUA SEALY filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: SAMANTHA LYNN EVANS-SEALY Proposed name: SAMANTHA LYNN SEALY THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: February 19, 2016 Time: 9:00am Dept: TBA The address of the court is: Butte County Superior Court 1775 Concord Ave Chico, CA 95928 Signed: STEPHEN E. BENSON Dated: December 17, 2015 Case Number: 165421 Published: January 14,21,28, February 4, 2016

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner ELIZABETH HINES filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: ELIZABETH HINES Proposed name: ELIZABETH MCGREGOR THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: March 11, 2016 Time: 9:00am Dept: TBA The address of the court is: Butte County Superior Court 1775 Concord Ave Chico, CA 95928 Signed: MICHAEL P. CANDELA

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Dated: January 14, 2016 Case Number: 165576 Published: January 21,28, February 4,11, 2016

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner CHRIS WITHAM filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: MICHAELA RAE WITHAM Proposed name: MICHAELA RAE VERESCHAGIN-WITHAM THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: Februrary 19, 2016 Time: 9:00am Dept: TBA The address of the court is: Butte County Superior Court 1775 Concord Ave Chico, CA 95928 Signed: STEPHEN E. BENSON Dated: December 31, 2015 Case Number: 165237 Published: January 21,28, February 4,11, 2016

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner MARCIELA VAZQUEZ filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: YOVANNA JAQUELIN VAZQUEZ Proposed name: YOVANNA JAQUELIN SALIGAN-VAZQUEZ THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition

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should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: Februrary 19, 2016 Time: 9:00am Dept: TBA The address of the court is: Butte County Superior Court 1775 Concord Ave Chico, CA 95928 Signed: STEPHEN E. BENSON Dated: December 31, 2015 Case Number: 165501 Published: January 28, February 4,11,18, 2016

SUMMONS SUMMONS NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: BRYCE VINCENT WOFFORD AND DOES 1 TO 10 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: ALLAN PAULE, FANNY PAULE Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There aare other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney refferal service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Website (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. The name and address of the court is: Sonoma County

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Superior Court 600 Administration Drive, Room 107J Santa Rosa, CA 95403 UNLIMITED CIVIL CASE The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: OTIS L. JONES Attorney at Law 1726 Sonoma Blvd Vallejo, CA 94590 (707) 643-6410 Dated: June 10, 2015 Signed: JOSE O. GUILLEN Case Number: SCV-257280 Published: January 21,28, February 4,11, 2016 SUMMONS NOTICE TO RESPONDENT VICTORIA JOHNSON You are being sued by plaintiff: ANTHONY DAVIS You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120 or FL-123) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter or phone call will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. If you want legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. You can get information about finding lawyers at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp) at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. The name and address of the court are: Humboldts County Superior Court 825 5th Street Eureka, CA 95501 The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: ANTHONY DAVIS 1435 A Street Eureka, CA 95501 Signed: MICHAEL TOZZI Dated: September 3, 2015 Case Number: FL-150451 Published: January 21,28, February 4,11, 2016

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