Does your group or organization have an upcoming community event? Email lloyd.green@mpg8.com
Events are typically published within two weeks of their scheduled date, as space allows.
Saturday, April 18
Stagehands Clean Up Day – 9 a.m., weather permitting. Volunteers are invited to help clean and organize the community theater space. For more information, email thestagehands@yahoo.com.
Striped Bass Derby – Colusa. Two-day fishing derby hosted by the Nor-Cal Guides and Sportsmen’s Association, with participants able to compete one or both days from boat or shore. Daily payouts and prizes include a $2,000 grand champion bonus, along with awards for top finishes and largest fish. Weigh-ins are held from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Colusa Public Boat Ramp. Entry includes raffle tickets and a barbecue lunch. Registration: https://ncgasa.org
Wednesday, April 22
Commodity Distribution – 10 a.m. to noon, Maxwell Parks and Recreation, 64 Oak St., Maxwell. The North State Food Bank Emergency Food Assistance Program will distribute commodities while supplies last. Information: 530-712-2600.
Thursday, April 23
Colusa Commodity Distribution – 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Colusa Scout Cabin, 901 Parkhill St., Colusa. Commodities will be distributed by the North State Food Bank Emergency Food Assistance Program while supplies last. Information: 530-712-2600.
Story Time at Colusa County Free Library – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Colusa County Free Library, 738 Market St., Colusa. The program will feature a reading of “The Year We Learned to Fly” by Jacqueline Woodson as part of the Virginia Yerxa Community Read. The event is geared toward younger readers and families.
Williams Commodity Distribution – Noon to 1 p.m., Williams Family Action Center, 499 Marguerite St., Williams. The North State Food Bank Emergency Food Assistance Program will distribute commodities while supplies last. Information: 530-712-2600.
April 24-25 and April 26
No Small P.A.R.T. – 7 p.m. April 24-25; 2 p.m. April 26. PHS Performing Arts presents a comedic play following teenage paranormal investigators searching for a theater ghost. Admission is $6. Tickets: gofan.co/event/6177477?schoolId=CA22588.
Friday, April 24
Commodity Distribution – 11 a.m. to noon, Grimes Scout Cabin, 15 S. Fourth St., Grimes. Commodities will be distributed by the North State Food Bank Emergency Food Assistance Program while supplies last. Information: 530-712-2600.
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.
Kindred Spirits: Book Club with a Twist – 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Sacramento Valley Museum, 1491 E St., Williams. This 21-and-older event features a rotating, small-group discussion format focused on “Kindred” by Octavia E. Butler. Participants will explore themes of power, survival and history through guided conversations. Registration is required at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984417023737?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Saturday, April 25
Virginia Read Day – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sacramento Valley Museum, 1491 E St., Williams. The event includes a keynote by Dr. Jasmine H. Wade at 10 a.m., followed by family-friendly activities from noon to 2 p.m., including an herb planting activity hosted by the Garden Club of Colusa County, a themed art project and a community time capsule project. A self-guided museum tour will also be available. The event is free and open to all ages.
Family Fair – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Colusa Fairgrounds Main Exhibit Hall. Free family event with activities, petting zoo, crafts, raffle prizes and lunch.
Free Kids’ Fish Day – 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Little Stony Creek Day Use Area, Goat Mountain Road, Stonyford. Hosted by the Colusa County Fish and Game Commission, this free event invites families to enjoy a day of fishing with children. Participants should bring their own gear, including poles, bait (no lures), nets, snacks, drinks and sunscreen.