By Marshel Couso
Welcome to our weekly feature dedicated to covering Susanville and Lassen County’s business scene!
Grand openings, new employees, renovations, new hours… each week we’ll keep you up to date with important information about the businesses you rely on.
Milwood Florist & Nursery Wreath Classes
Get into the festive spirit this December with a series of special Holiday Classes hosted by Milwood Florist & Nursery.
Locals are invited to join hands-on workshops designed to teach participants how to create beautiful holiday wreaths and stunning floral centerpieces. Whether you are looking to spruce up your own home for the season or create a handmade gift for a loved one, these classes offer the perfect creative outlet.
What’s Included? Milwood Florist ensures a stress-free experience by providing everything you need. Each class includes:
- All necessary tools and mechanics.
- Fresh materials and greenery.
- Expert instruction to guide you through creating your masterpiece.
The classes are being held at two popular local venues, each offering a unique schedule and atmosphere.
Workshops at Bottle & Brush Art Bar
To book these sessions, visit bottleandbrushartbar.com or call Milwood at 530.257.9194.
- Wreath Class: Thursday, December 4th at 6:00 p.m. ($50)
- Centerpiece Class: Sunday, December 14th at 1:00 p.m. ($65)
Workshops at The Boardroom (Lassen Ale Works)
To reserve your seat for these sessions, please call Milwood directly at 530.257.9194. Note: Classes at this location include a drink with each seat.
Wreath Class: Sunday, December 7th at 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $50 for adults; $35 for kids (10 and under) with the purchase of an adult seat.
Centerpiece Class: Wednesday, December 17th at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $65 for adults; $40 for kids (10 and under) with the purchase of an adult seat.
For any questions regarding these holiday events, please contact Milwood Florist & Nursery at 530.257.9194.
Randy Robbins Photography Fundraiser
As the community prepares to gather uptown this Saturday, December 6th, for the annual Magical Country Christmas celebration, local outdoor-adventure photographer Randy Robbins is transforming the holiday spirit into tangible support for a local family in need.
Randy Robbins Photography, located at A Thousand Windows Photo Gallery, 800 Main Street, is hosting a special fundraising Opportunity Drawing to benefit Ayden Yerington, a local 12-year-old currently battling stage 4 cancer.
“Ayden is a courageous kid, and if you are local, you have probably seen various fundraisers this year in support of this family,” said Randy Robbins. “Like many of you, we have known this family for years. We’ve been looking for the best opportunity to help, and we think this is it. We’re hoping the community rallies together to make this a big fundraiser.”
The Prize
The winner of the drawing will receive a stunning 30″x20″ metal print of one of Robbins’ most popular images, “Beach Day,” valued at $550. The image features a family of brown bears on the shore of Naknek Lake in Alaska.
“Ayden’s mom, Tasia, has four ‘cubs’ just like our family, and this image seemed appropriate,” Robbins explained.
“The print is on display in the gallery this week. It is already printed and ready, and someone will take it home Saturday night.”
How to Enter
Participants can obtain tickets at the gallery (sharing the location with the Law Office of Jill Robbins) at 800 Main Street today and tomorrow from 11:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.
On Saturday the gallery will be open all evening during the Magical Country Christmas celebration.
Donation Details & Legalities
Organizers want to be clear that this is an “Opportunity Drawing,” not a raffle. “There are legalities surrounding fundraising raffles—and my wife is an attorney—so we want to be transparent,” Robbins noted. “You do not have to purchase anything to be entered to win. Each individual can request one free entry ticket, and a donation does not improve your chances of winning.”
However, the organizers are encouraging a suggested donation of $10 per ticket, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to Ayden’s family. Donations can be made via Cash, Check, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay or Credit Card.
The Drawing The winning ticket will be drawn at random this Saturday at 7:00p.m., immediately following the fireworks and tree lighting. The drawing will likely take place on the plaza right outside the gallery.
“The winner does not have to be present to win; we will track them down,” said Robbins. “But if they are present, they can take the print home that very night.”
Come uptown for the parade and fireworks, and stop by the gallery to support a courageous young member of the Susanville community.
Help make Christmas special for the dogs and cats at the Lassen Animal Shelter and score some great LED Christmas Lights at the same time!
Lassen Municipal Utility District invites you to help our local pet shelter and light up your holidays by donating pet-related items for their Pet Treats for Lights campaign.
Drop off items at the LMUD office, 65 S. Roop Street, beginning December 1st.
This year, LMUD is partnering with local merchants Pet Station, in the Safeway shopping center, and Treats, at 2020 Main Street, who have graciously offered to serve as additional drop-off points.
In exchange for pet food, treats or toys, those who donate receive a box of LED Christmas lights. Customers who bring their pet, or a photo of their pet, to drop off their goodies at any drop-off location also receive a custom LMUD pet bandana.
For more information call LMUD at 1.530.257.4174 or visit www.lmud.org.
Is something noteworthy happening with your business? Let us know about it! Each Thursday morning, we present a round-up of interesting news from the Lassen County business scene and we want to hear from you. E-mail your business news to Marshel at [email protected].
