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Continuing through Sunday, Nov. 15
California Swan Festival , Tour and event times vary throughout Sutter, Yuba and Colusa counties. Hosted by the Sutter Buttes Regional Land Trust, the festival celebrates the region’s wildlife, conservation efforts and agricultural heritage. Activities include guided tours of the Sutter Buttes, swan viewing along the Pacific Flyway and opportunities to learn about local farming and conservation. For schedules and information, visit www.caswanfestival.org.
Friday, Nov. 13
Senior Spread, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the second and fourth Friday’s of each month at Trinity Friendship Hall, 511 Oak St., Colusa. A gathering for senior citizens, with lunch served at noon. Cost is $5, or $3 if you bring a dish to share.
Williams Paint Party, 5:30 p.m. at the Williams Community Center, 860 C St., Williams. Participants will create a fall pumpkin painting. Cost is $30 per person and includes all painting supplies and refreshments. For reservations or questions, call 530-415-7047.
Yuba-Sutter Ducks Unlimited Banquet, 5 p.m. at the Five30 Event Center in Marysville. The Ducks Unlimited fundraising banquet supports wetland and wildlife conservation efforts. Tickets are available at norcaldu.org. For more information, call Brian at 530-300-3570.
Saturday, Nov. 14
Multi-String Guitar Ensemble Concert , 4 p.m. at Grimes Community Church Fellowship Hall, 350 Main St., Grimes. Features classical guitar arrangements, original compositions and movie themes performed by a five-member ensemble. Donations welcome.
74th Annual Pheasant Festival, 5-8 p.m. at St. Bernadette’s Hall, 745 Ware Ave., Colusa. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish will host a dinner and silent auction featuring tri-tip, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad and dessert. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children 12 and younger. Reserved tables of eight are $250. For tickets, call 530-458-4170.
Sunday, Nov. 15
Knights of Columbus Blood Drive, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Bernadette’s Hall, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Colusa. Knights of Columbus Council 2145 and Vitalant will host a blood drive. Eligible donors may receive a Winnie-the-Pooh T-shirt and a chance to win a $10,000 gift card. Restrictions apply. To schedule an appointment, call 530-893-5433, or visit https://donors.vitalant.org and use code SMFR349.
Monday, Nov. 16
Ukulele Club, The Ukulele Club meets Mondays, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m at the Colusa County Arts Council, 151 5th St. Players of all levels are invited. For info, colusaukuleleclub@gmail.com
Colusa Unified School District meets the third Monday of each month at 5:15 p.m. in the CUSD Conference Room, 745 Tenth St., Colusa. Agendas available at colusa.k12.ca.us.
Colusa GOP meets the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Colusa Assembly of God, 1747 Highway 20, Colusa. More info: colusacountygop@gmail.com.
Tuesday, Nov. 17
Colusa County Board of Supervisors, meets twice monthly at 9 a.m. in the Historic Colusa County Courthouse, 547 Market St., Colusa. Remaining 2026 meeting dates are Oct. 6 and 20, Nov. 3 and 17, and Dec. 15. Agendas are available at countyofcolusaca.gov.
Colusa County Harvest Tailgate, 11 a.m. until supplies run out at the Williams Grocery Outlet parking lot, 435 Vada Court, Williams. North Valley Community Food Bank and community partners will distribute food and fresh seasonal produce to local families. For information, call 530-473-9050.
Colusa City Council meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 425 Webster St., Colusa. Agendas available at cityofcolusa.com.
Author Talk: “Before Ishi”, 7 p.m. at the Colusa County Library, 738 Market St., Colusa. Author and longtime Chico journalist Steve Schoonover will discuss his book, “Before Ishi: The Life and Death of the Yahi,” exploring the history of Northern California’s Yahi people, their experiences during the Gold Rush and the myths surrounding Ishi. Refreshments will be served beginning at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by the Friends of the Colusa County Library.. Information at www.colusafol.org.
Wednesday, Nov. 18
Pacific Flyway Quilters meets monthly on the third Wednesday. Doors open at 5 p.m., meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Colusa Masonic Hall, 311 Fifth St., Colusa.
Williams City Council meets the third Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 810 E St., Williams. Agendas available at cityofwilliams.org.
Colusa County Arts Council meets the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m., 151 Fifth St., in Colusa. Meetings are open to the public.
Thursday, Nov. 19
Great American Smokeout, 4-6 p.m. at Colusa Veterans Hall. The Colusa County Tobacco Education Program will host its annual Great American Smokeout event, encouraging smokers to commit to a smoke-free life for at least 24 hours. The free, family-friendly event will feature smoking cessation resources, information from local health organizations, games, prizes, snacks and activities for all ages.
Colusa County Gun Owners meets the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at El Jaliscience Mexican Grill, 305 Fifth St., Arbuckle.
Saturday, Nov. 21
34th Annual Pheasant Hunt, 6:30 a.m., hosted by the Williams Volunteer Firefighters Association. Lunch and a raffle will follow the hunt. Tickets are $150 for hunters, with lunch-only tickets available for $50. For tickets and information, call 530-473-2269.
Toy Drive for the Kids, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Tractor Supply Co., 196 Vann St., Williams. Socios Colusa County and Colusa County CAPC will collect new, unwrapped toys for local children. The event includes a community vehicle exhibition, free hot dogs at noon, coffee, hot chocolate and Mexican bread. Vehicle registration requires a new, unwrapped toy. For information, email socioscolusacounty@gmail.com.
Colusa Holiday Craft Faire, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Colusa Fairgrounds, Colusa. The annual holiday event will feature more than 100 vendors offering handmade gifts and other items, along with food concessions, entertainment and photos with Santa. Admission is free. For information, visit http://colusafairgrounds.com.
Family Water Alliance Hot Cajun Dinner, 5:30 p.m., St. Bernadette’s Hall, 741 Ware Ave., Colusa. Family Water Alliance will hold its annual Hot Cajun Dinner.
Sunday, Nov. 22
Colusa Holiday Craft Faire, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Colusa Fairgrounds, Colusa. The annual holiday event will feature more than 100 vendors offering handmade gifts and other items, along with food concessions, entertainment and photos with Santa. Admission is free. For information, visit http://colusafairgrounds.com.