COLUSA, CA (MPG) – Children lined up for activities and families filled the grounds April 25 as the Colusa County Family Fair returned with a full day of programs, performances and community outreach.
Hosted by the Colusa County Office of Education, the event marked the Month of the Young Child, a nationwide effort to highlight the importance of early learning and family support. The fair featured a range of indoor and outdoor activities designed to engage children while connecting families with local services.
Children explored sensory stations and interactive booths offering information, activities and treats. Face painting and other hands-on attractions drew steady lines throughout the day. A petting zoo gave young children the chance to interact directly with animals.
The Colusa Lions Club provided a free hot dog lunch for attendees, while live music from the Colusa County Office of Education added to the atmosphere. The Williams High School Mariachi Club also performed during the event.
The City of Colusa Recreation Department highlighted its programs, including a live kickboxing demonstration.
“This is a great opportunity to showcase what we do at the city,” said Cliff Burrious, recreation director for the City of Colusa. “Most people didn’t know we had a recreation department with the city, and we are getting them connected with our activities.”
The department offers programs including Tot Tumbling, Sunday Chess, swimming lessons, martial arts and kickboxing classes. More information is available at cityofcolusa.com or by emailing recreation@cityofcolusa.com
Colusa County Health and Human Services said the event drew strong participation and community support.
“It was amazing to see such a strong turnout this year and so many families coming together to enjoy the event,” the agency said in a statement. “The community support, participation and positive energy made the day truly special and showed how much our county values family connection and support.”
The agency also thanked the Colusa County Office of Education for organizing the event and recognized vendors and community partners for their role in its success.
More than 30 agencies participated, including Colusa County Public Health, Community Advocates for Parents and Children, American Red Cross, Colusa Medical Center, CalFresh, First 5 Colusa, UC Master Gardeners, Pneumacare and the Colusa County Sheriff’s Office. Several local businesses, including First Northern Bank and Farmers Fresh Mushrooms, also hosted booths and activities.
The Family Fair continues to serve as a central gathering for families each April, offering free access to educational resources, entertainment and community engagement opportunities.
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SUB_FamilyFair-01 – Children dance and play during an activity inside the Colusa County Family Fair, part of the Month of the Young Child celebration. Courtesy of the Colusa County Office of Education.
SUB_FamilyFair-02 – A child takes part in a kickboxing demonstration hosted by the Colusa Recreation Department during the Colusa County Family Fair. Courtesy of the City of Colusa.
SUB_FamilyFair-03 – Children and families gather around a sensory activity table during the Colusa County Family Fair on April 25 at the Colusa County Fairgrounds. Photo by Lloyd Green Jr.
SUB_FamilyFair-04 – IMG_8565.JPG: Community members visit booths hosted by local agencies, including the Colusa County Sheriff’s Office, during the Family Fair. Photo by Lloyd Green Jr.
SUB_FamilyFair-05 – Members of the Colusa Lions Club prepare hot dogs as part of a free lunch offered during the Colusa County Family Fair. Photo by Lloyd Green Jr.
SUB_FamilyFair-06 – Participants take part in a hands-on planting activity led by UC Master Gardeners during the Colusa County Family Fair on April 25 at the Colusa Countyairgrounds. Photo by Lloyd Green Jr.