Kelly Ackley, Chamber Executive Director
Lassen Lady Grizz Basketball presents Camp Grizz 2023 starts June 19 – 22 from 8:30 to 12:30p.m. $75 per Camp Grizz. Camp Grizz is a basketball camp for Boys and Girls ages 7 (or going into 2nd grade) – 11 years old. More information on their facebook page.
Cha-Chas Tacos and Those Buns Dough is hosting a Drive-Up lunch and dinner at 50 N. Gay Street, on Thursday, June 22nd. Lunch will be from 11:00-2:00p.m., or Dinner from 5:00 – 7:00p.m. Pre-order tickets are available. Contact Cha Chas Tacos or Those Buns Dough and pick up a ticket.
Susanville Best of Broadway’s Annual BOB-B-Q Announcement of 2024 Concert Series Lineup. Thursday, June 22nd at 5:30p.m., at Susanville Memorial Park. Past, Present, and Future Broadway families are welcome to attend. RSVP on Facebook event page. Hotdogs, hamburgers, and water provided. Please bring a side or dessert to share if you are able.
Lassen County Arts Council Summer Art Program, June 26th-30th from 9:00 – 12:00p.m., Monday and Tuesday, ages 5 and Up and Wednesday through Friday, ages 9 and up. An instructional art jam with local instructors Rob and Danielle Cannon. Register online by June 1st for a $10 discount.
Soaring Eagle Blue Star Moms are having a Firecracker and Freedom Bingo Convention Fundraiser on Thursday, June 29th at 6:00 at the Veteran’s Hall. $5 per bundle, beverages, and snacks available for purchase. In conjunction with this Convention Fundraiser, they are also having a drawing for a cord of wood. Tickets are $20 a piece. The winner will be drawn on the night of Bingo. Tickets can be purchased at Zaengles, Margie’s and JDX or Blue Star Mom. For information call Berva Treat at 530.310.1361.
Save the date. Lassen Pride Network is having its second annual Susanville Pride Potluck BBQ on Friday, June 30th at 5:00p.m. Come hang out at Memorial Park for this family-friendly event. Spread the word. If you’re interested in being a vendor at the event, email us at [email protected]
Paul Bunyan Mountain & Blues Festival is on Saturday, July 1st. Gate Entry is $5 all ages, children’s area not included in admission price. Breakfast by WHS ASB Clubs, 8:00a.m., at The Community Center. Festival Gates Open at 11:00a.m. Westwood Park Greenwood and 2nd Street Logging Shows at 12:00p.m., sign-ups at 10:00a.m., antiques, crafts & collectibles on the lawn, kids area with petting zoo and games, Blue Ox bingo, Pickle Ball at 12:00p.m., on tennis courts. Food Booths and More. Blues Festival, Rowlind & Tumlin’ 12:00-2:00p.m., Second Hand Smoke 2:00-4:00p.m. Free Friday night street dance, Friday June 3oth 8:00-11:00p.m. Music By Timeless.
Lassen County 4-H BBQ, Tuesday, July 18th at Lassen County Fairgrounds from 5:00 to 6:30p.m. Tickets can be purchased from a 4-H member or at the 4-H office at 707 Nevada Street, Susanville. $15/Ticket (all ages). Tri-Tip, salad, baked potato, roll, dessert, and a Drink. Benefits EVERY Club in Lassen County and funds scholarships and educational events. For more information contact, Lassen County 4-H Council or see a member today.
Lassen Land & Trails Trust presents Nature Camp Day Camp 2023. Session 1: 8-10 years old from July 10th-14th and Session 2: 10-12 years old from July 24th-28th. Registration: $125/week, includes transportation, food, and supplies. Available online at www.lassenlandandtrailstrust.org or Susanville Railroad Depot 601 Richmond Road. (On the kiosk in front of the building)
Chimney Fund’s annual Backwoods BBQ Competition. Looking for teams to sign up to compete. Donation Entry fee is $50. Cooking starts at 7:00a.m. Judging is at 12:00p.m., and tasting begins at 1:00p.m. Chimney Fund provides teams with Tri-Tip, Ribs, and 1/2 Chicken. Tasting kits are $7. Entry forms are located at Iron Horse Saloon. Any questions please contact Mary Gow: 530.339.6878 or 530.256.2621 Entry forms are due by July 24th.
Amy’s Corner presents Art in the Park from June to August at Memorial Park, 1201 North Street, Susanville. Limited to 30 seats per session. For more information or to register, go to www.amyscorner.art.
In our community, Lassen College presents a unique opportunity to engage in various enriching discussions with their free lunchtime lecture series. The series takes place every Tuesday from 11:30 to 12:30p.m., at the Lassen Library District conference room on Main Street. These weekly, hour-long sessions delve into diverse topics ranging from practical skills such as writing effective professional emails and starting a small business, to crowd-pleaser topics including beekeeping and the mysterious world of spiders. They even cover critical issues like managing financial worries and cyber-awareness skills for the whole family. For a special treat, they also offer beginner and intermediate classes in AI with ChatGPT. All are invited to join these free, educational events. For more information, reach out to Annika Peacock from Lassen College Outreach at 775.567.9457 or via email at [email protected]. For information on upcoming topics, follow our facebook page: www.Facebook.com/LassenCollege. Join in, learn something new, and become a more engaged member of our Susanville community.
Join the fun with Bottle & Brush Art Bar for their New Summer Schedule for Trivia Night. They’re moving to once-a-month schedule for Trivia Night for the next few months, starting in May. On the second Thursday of each month, they will host Trivia Night for the brainiacs in the crowd. $5 a person, up to four people per team. For more information, contact 530.250.3701.
Join us for the Budgeting and More Life Skills Course. Every Monday 4:00 – 5:00p.m., at Lassen Family Services, 1306 Riverside Drive in Susanville. This week’s topic: Exploring Financial Literacy. An introduction to key terms in the financial world. Participants may join the course at any time. For more information, call 530.257.4599.
Calvary Kids Storytime, 450 Richmond Rd., Susanville, CA. Every Tuesday from 1:00-2:00p.m. Bring your kids to a Safe, Peaceful place where they can be a kid. There will be two book reading groups, ages 1-5 and 6-11. We will be reading biblical, moral, and outdoor books followed by a craft. Questions, call 530.257.4833.
Don’t forget to email the Chamber at [email protected] with any upcoming event or swing by the Chamber Office at 1516 Main Street with event posters.
