Saturday, April 20
Building Bridges
Building Bridges is a community event and concert hosted by Indigenous Warrior Enterprises celebrating diversity, inclusion, and community bonds. The event will take place on Saturday, April 20, from 10 am to 2 pm, on Fifth Street between Market and Main Street, Colusa. This activity is funded in part by the California Arts Council through the Upstate California Creative Corps program. Learn more at colusa-arts.org.
CCAC Rhythm & Drumming Workshop
The Colusa County Arts Council is offering a music workshop on rhythm and drumming with Rod Brayfindley teaching beginning to intermediate hand drum techniques. The workshop will be held at the Arts Council located at 151 Fifth Street, Colusa on Saturday, April 20 from 10 am to 12 pm. Drums will be provided, but registration is required. Learn more at colusa-arts.org.
Striped Bass Derby
The Nor-Cal Guides and Sportsmens Association presents the Striped Bass Derby which will take place on Saturday and Sunday, April 20-21, with a grand prize and BBQ lunch hosted for each day. Weigh-in, lunch, and live band will be from 2:30 pm to 4pm at the Colusa Public Ramp located at 50 Tenth Street, Colusa. For more information visit NCGASA.org or email ncgasa530@gmail.com.
Wednesday, April 24
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting
The Dementia and Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group will meet from 10:30 am to noon on Apr. 24 (last Wednesday of each month), in the Fireside Room located next to the First Presbyterian Church, 326 Jay St., Colusa. The meetings are confidential and are open to all who are interested. For more information, call (530) 812-6153.
Author’s Evening at Library
The Friends of the Colusa County Free Library will host Delano author David H. Dirks at 6:30 pm on Apr. 24, at the Colusa Branch Library, 738 Market St., Colusa. Dirks will speak about his book series that begins with the novel “The Art of Stretching.” In unpretentious prose, foreshadowing something beautiful not yet fully revealed, Dirks book series reminds readers of their youthful wonder.
Friday, April 26
ARTventures at the Library-Colusa
This month’s ARTventures will be held from 3:30 to 5 pm at the Colusa Branch Library, 738 Market St., Colusa. ARTventures is a free monthly art program for kids ages 8-13, hosted by the Colusa County Arts Council at the Arbuckle, Grimes, Maxwell, Williams, and Colusa branches of the Colusa County Free Libraries. Younger artists are welcome but may need a helping parent. Seating is limited, all materials are free. Learn more at colusa-arts.org.
Saturday, April 27
Colusa County Seed Library Seed Bomb Workshop
Participants will learn about the Seed Library and make their paper mache seed bomb with native wildflower seeds. This event will be held from 10 am to 12 pm at the Colusa County Arts Council located at 151 5th Street, Colusa. Seed Workshop is free and does not require registration. This activity is funded in part by the California Arts Council through the Upstate California Creative Corps program. Learn more at colusa-arts.org.
Kids Fish Day
The Colusa County Fish & Game Commission will host a free Kids Fishing Day on Saturday, April 27, from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, at Little Stony Creek- day use area on Goat Mountain Road.
CCAC Rhythm & Drumming Workshop
The Colusa County Arts Council is offering a music workshop on rhythm and drumming with Rod Brayfindley teaching beginning to intermediate hand drum techniques. The workshop will be held at the Arts Council located at 151 Fifth Street, Colusa on Saturday, April 27 from 2 pm to 3:30 pm. Drums will be provided, but registration is required. Learn more at colusa-arts.org.
Tuesday, April 30
Levitt AMP Colusa Volunteer Happy Hour
The Levitt AMP Colusa steering committee will be hosting a Volunteer Happy Hour and Listening Party on April 30th, 5:00 to 6:00 pm, in the Fifth Street Gallery located at 151 5th Street, Colusa. All are welcome to come learn more about the Levitt AMP Colusa Music Series, volunteer opportunities, ways to sponsor, or just get amped about the upcoming concert season. Learn more at colusa-arts.org.
Wednesday, May 1
Learning Wellness at the Libraries
Let’s Move! Colusa County Behavioral Health will offer free Yoga, with certified instructor Pamela Triggs, from 10-11 am, on Wednesday, Apr. 17 at the Colusa County Free Library, 738 Market St., Colusa. Bring your own mat if possible. Beginners welcome. Modified poses available for those with limited movement. Yoga can improve flexibility, strength, and concentration, while boosting mood and reducing stress and joint strain.
Thursday, May 2
CCAC Exhibition Opening
The Colusa County Arts Council will be hosting an opening reception for “Youngbloods,” an exhibition of artwork by Colusa County High School Students on Thursday, May 2, from 6 pm to 8 pm, at the Arts Council located at 151 5th Street, Colusa. Learn more at Colusa-arts.org.
Saturday, May 4
Wine Tasting
The Friends of the Colusa County Free Library will host its annual Wine Tasting on Saturday, May 4, from 12 pm to 3 pm, at the Scout Cabin located at 901 Parkhill Street, Colusa. Tickets are $20 and all proceeds will go to support the Colusa County Free Library. Visit colusafol.org to find out more information or to purchase tickets.
Saturday, May 11
WPR Guerra de Tacos
The Williams Parks & Recreation will host its 2nd annual Guerra de Tacos on Saturday, May 11, from 12 pm to 3 pm, at Venice Park, 658 Venice Blvd., Williams. Participants will have the opportunity to sell their tacos to the community. Limited space is available. For more information call (530) 235-3277 or email bpadilla@cityofwilliams.org.
Wednesday, May 15
Learning Wellness at the Libraries
Let’s Move! Colusa County Behavioral Health will offer free Yoga, with certified instructor Pamela Triggs, from 10-11 am, on Wednesday, May 15 at the Colusa County Free Library, 738 Market St., Colusa. Bring your own mat if possible. Beginners welcome. Modified poses available for those with limited movement. Yoga can improve flexibility, strength, and concentration, while boosting mood and reducing stress and joint strain.
Saturday, May 18
Colusa High Alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago are invited to attend the Vintage Alumni Picnic on Saturday, May 18 from 11 am to 2 pm. The gathering will be at Sankey-Elmwood Park, 4th and Parkhill Street in Colusa. Bring your own food, drinks, chairs, and memories. A 50/50 Raffle will benefit the Alumni Association. Welcome to the Class of 1974 who become “Vintage Alumni” this year.
OLL Golf Tournament
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School will host its Crusader Classic Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 18, at the Colusa Golf and Country Club. Registration begins at 8 am and shotgun starting at 9 am. To learn more about the sponsor options and how to register, call (530) 458-8208.