Cruising
July 01, 2009
Sometimes it's refreshing to just hop in your car or on your motorcycle and drive, just to drive. Where in the North State do you like to go for a leisurely Sunday drive?
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Top 10: Have A Blast!
1. Anderson Explodes Shasta District Fairgrounds (July 3) The gates will open at 4 pm (free admission) and activities will include face painting, games, food and refreshments. There will be a community barbecue put on by the 4H and FFA for $10 and a 50/50 raffle. Mosquito Serenade will feature the Christian band “WeR1” (usually Mosquito Serenade is on Wednesdays and at the Anderson River Park). The fireworks are free to attend and will begin at approximately 10 pm right afte... More
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Top 10: In Your Own Backyard
1. Whiskeytown Lake Located just 8 miles west of Redding, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is home to a special collection of animal and plant life. The lake, trails and numerous waterfalls provide outdoor enthusiasts opportunities for water recreation, photography, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. www.nps.gov/whis 2. Hat Creek Resort This is a great place for outdoor lovers! Pitch a tent bring your RV or rent a cabin. You&rsqu... More
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Top 10: Que Bueno!
1. Casa Ramos 995 Hilltop Dr. Redding (530) 224-7223 2830 Childress Dr., Anderson (530) 365-1791 2001 N. Main St., Red Bluff (530) 527-2684 1136 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd., Mt. Shasta (530) 926-0250 Visit their website at www.casaramos.net for even more locations. Most popular menu item: Plato Emperador 2. Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant 435 E Cypress Ave., Redding (530) 223-2540 More
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Top 10: The Beat Goes On
TOP 10 LIVE MUSIC VENUES The North State is fortunate to have a diverse collection of talented local musicians, and many restaurants, bars, clubs and larger venues offer live music regularly. The votes are in and here are the results! 1. KC Grove, Anderson River Park Rupert Road at Sacramento River, Anderson www.ci.anderson.ca.us/ mosquitoserenade_info.asp 2. Cascade Theatre 1731 Market St, Redding (530) 243-8877 ... More
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Top 10: Shhh...
Top 10 Guilty Pleasures Whether it’s a show you secretly TiVo, a DVD you hide in the back of your collection, a song you sing loud and proud when no one is around or a food that makes you secretly give in to your craving, we all have guilty pleasures. Here are our readers’ Top 10. 1. Chocolate Derived from the pods of the Cacao (kah-cow) tree, the seeds were processed to produce the frothy delight the Mayans and Aztecs enjoyed. Centuries later, sugar was added, crea... More
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Top 10: Discount Digs
Top 10 Thrift Shops In these days of pinching pennies and recycle, reduce and reuse, thrift stores are a logical choice to purchase gently used items that may not normally be in your budget. Many wonderful treasures can be found at second-hand stores here in the North State, including several that raise money for noble causes. Below are the North State Thrift Stores that received the most votes from our online Top 10 poll. Another Chance Animal Welfare League 9384 Deschutes Rd.... More
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Top 10: On the Map
TOP 10 NORTH STATE LANDMARKS People from all over the world come to Northern California to visit some of the state’s most beautiful and unique landmarks. From a popular piece of architecture to a must-visit locally owned business or restaurant that’s been around forever, here are your votes for the North State’s most popular landmarks. 1. Sundial Bridge – Designed by Santiago Calatrava, the glass-decked Sundial Bridge crosses the Sacramento Riv... More
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Top 10: Merry Movies
Top Ten Holiday Films The weather is cooling off; the scent of the holidays is in the air. Hot chocolate and curling up on the couch with a mug of hot chocolate and a warm fire in the fireplace is the perfect antidote to a winter chill. Christmas movies are on just about every channel. Which one will you make sure to watch? Below are our reader’s favorites: A Christmas Story "You’ll shoot your eye out, kid." It’s A Wo... More
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Top 10: Thanks for the Memories
Top 10 Thanksgiving Memories Thanksgiving is a time for traditions and fond memories. Maybe one year you had a surprise guest, or maybe you received some news that made you particularly thankful. Perhaps you did something completely out of the ordinary that made your Thanksgiving memories. Below are our 10 favorites. 1. When it was time for carving the turkey, we had everyone sit around the table. We pulled the cover off to reveal the turkey that my uncle had worked so hard on. Under ... More
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Top 10: Breakfast of Champions
It's the most important meal of the day - and doesn’t breakfast taste so much better when someone else cooks it for you? With so many great places in the North State to eat a tasty morning meal, how do you choose a favorite? The votes are in – below are Enjoy reader’s top 10 (actually 11) breakfast places. 1. Black Bear Diner – visit their website for their North State locations www.blackbeardiner.com Try the Chicken Fried Steak ... More
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Top 10: North State Crush
Whether you prefer a rich, full-bodied Merlot or a fruity Zinfandel, the North State offers many wineries to suit your taste. With September 22 marking the official end of summer, it’s the perfect opportunity to raise a glass and toast the beginning of autumn. Thank you for sharing with us your favorite North State Winery. One Maple Winery Tasting Room Hours: May - September open 11 am - 7 pm daily; October - April open Thursday through Sunday from 1 pm - 6 pm. C... More
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Top 10: I Scream You Scream
Top Ten ice cream placesDo those hot summer days make you scream for ice cream? The way it makes you smile while feasting on your favorite flavor, soft serve, gelato, sundaes, sorbets. You told us where you go to indulge in this favorite summer pastime. Alpine Drive-In 37148 State Highway 299 East, Burney This adorable drive-in is a hot spot for soft-serve ice cream. You’re sure to be greeted with a smile and excellent customer service. Just remember to ask for extra nap... More
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Top 10: Let's Get Together
Family reunions celebrate our families’ traditions and heritage. They give us the opportunity to reacquaint ourselves with family members that we don’t get to visit with often, and introduce our children to aunts, uncles and cousins they may have never met. The North State is full of wonderful settings to hold the perfect family reunion. If it were up to you to plan your family reunion, where in the North State would you hold it? Anderson River Park: There’s something for ev... More
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Top 10: A Father's Wisdom
Top Ten life lessons learned from your dad Dads... so full of wisdom, advice and unconditional love. What have you learned from your dad that you have, or will, pass on to your children? Maybe he taught you how to change a tire, throw a baseball, fly fish, ride a dirt bike or build a fort. Or maybe he taught you how much fun it is to camp or cook or root for the home team. Maybe he taught you how important family is. The lessons we learn from our dads are endless and certainly don’t stop once we’r... More
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Top 10: On The Water
Top Ten on the Water Activities Living in the North State gives us many opportunities to get out and play in, on and around different bodies of water. For some, it’s the hot summer weather that pushes us towards the ocean, lakes, streams, rivers and swimming pools. For others it’s the love for your favorite (water) sport - no matter what the season is. Here are some of your favorite pastimes: Fishing: Whether b... More
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Top 10: A Touch of Class
Top Ten Favorite Classic Cars When watching the parade of cars during the Kool April Nites Cruise, does your heart skip a beat when you see the classic car you've imagined yourself driving since you were 16? Maybe you already own that car of your dreams. See if your favorite classic car made it to our Top 10 list. Don't forget to go to our website and vote for the next Top 10. 1934 Ford Model B (The Little Deuce Coupe) In the summer of 1963, the Beach Boys sang... More
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Top 10: Let's Do Lunch
Top Ten Favorite Lunch Spots Maybe it’s your main meal of the day.Maybe you’re trying to impress a date or a client. Is it a sandwich in your cubicle, fast food in your car, or a cloth napkin on your lap? See if your fave lunch spot made it to our list... and if you don’t see your pick this time, be sure to go online and vote for next month’s top 10! 1. Bartels Giant Burger Who could resist a North State classic.Their burgers always ... More
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Top 10: Love... The Places You'll Go
Top Ten Romantic Getaways From the extremely romantic to the completely unique, here are some favorite North State romantic getaways. Relax in luxurious comfort, gaze at falling stars and be awed by spectacular sunsets. There’s a suggestion for just about everyone on this list. And a big thank you to all who voted once again… thank you for all your fantastic ideas! 1. Apples’ River House Bed & Breakfast - Redding Queen pillow top b... More
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Top 10: You Say You Want A Resolution
Top Ten New Year's Resolutions Be more environmentally conscious: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Ride a bike or walk to work (this is especially good if one of your resolutions is to get fit). Pick up trash at your local park. Help make the world a better place for our children and their children. Concentratemore on health and fitness: Commit yourself to run a mini marathon in 2008. Try to eat more fruits and vegetables and cut out the chips and cookies. Go... More