Written by Kelly Ackley, Executive Director
May 11, 2023
Join the fun with Bottle & Brush Art Bar for their New Summer Schedule for Trivia Night. We're moving to once-a-month schedule for Trivia Night for the next few months, starting in May. The second Thursday of each month we'll host Trivia Night for the brainiacs in the crowd. $5 a person, up to four people per team. For more information, contact (530)250-3701.
Ridin' High at the Ranch registration is open! The Susanville Area Bicycle Association's annual cross country mountain bike race is back for its 11th year. This race is part of the California Dirt Series and the USA Cycling Regional MTB Championship. Not racing for points? It doesn't matter! Come race this fun course that has a little bit for everyone. Register on BikeReg! https://www.bikereg.com/ridn-high-at-the-ranch
Lassen Youth Soccer League registration May 1st-28th. Online registration payment by credit/debit card only. Payment plans are available upon checkout, lassenyouthsoccer.org. In-person registration available May 16th 5:30-7:30 at Susanville Comfort Inn (cash and check only). If registering more than 3 soccer players from one household, email the league for a discount voucher prior to registering. Questions can be emailed to lassenyouthsoccer@yahoo.com. Check out their facebook page & website for more information.
MAY MASH INFORMATION!!!!!!! This year your Susanville Little League is bringing you a spectacular MAY MASH!!!!! One of the events we will be offering is a Home Run Derby brought to you by T-Mobile!!! This event is for SVLL athletes ages (league age) 9-12! Please let your coach know by May 14th if you would like to participate! The winner has the chance to represent SVLL at the main Home Run Derby at districts and all the way to state! The rest of our activities are open to EVERYONE in the community! So come on down and enjoy this amazing event while cheering on our athletes!!!! Interested in being a vendor at our event? Please message our event manager- Amanda Pisciotti Amanda.feather@yahoo.com
Please join Banner Lassen Medical Center on Monday, May 15th from 4:30pm – 6:30pm for food, fun and giveaways as they celebrate 20 years in our community. Heart of Healthcare, Serving the Community 2002-2023. Banner Lassen Medical Center, 1800 Spring Ridge Dr., Susanville.
Come join Lassen County 4-H Ambassadors Lily Ammon and Maddi Johnson May 15th, for their final Family Fun Night in Jensen Hall at the Lassen County Fairgrounds. More than 160 people showed up for the last Bingo Night, raising funds for the Blue Star Moms and the final event is set to benefit the Lassen County 4-H Program. The cost is $5 per book, 5 rounds per book and there is no book limit. Only 200 players will be allowed to participate. The event will start at 6:00p.m.
Meadow View School Fundraiser, Drive-Thru BBQ Chicken Dinner. Thursday, May 18th from 4pm-6:30pm. Tickets can be purchased by some MV students or in the office. $10 plate, will include BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Chips, Cookie and Bottled Water. Cash Donations Accepted. For more information contact Meadow View School at (530) 257-3000.
Joan’s Studio of Dance presents their 49th Annual Recital, “It’s Time to Fly”, on Friday, May 19th at 7:00pm and Saturday, May 20th at 4:00pm. Boarding Passes are $15 each. Tickets available at Margie’s Book Nook or at Joans Studio of Dance during class hours!
One of Susanville’s best-loved traditions, the annual Lassen Sportsmens Club Junior Fishing Derby is scheduled to be held May 20th, and kids aged 2 to 15 are invited to come enjoy a beautiful morning of fishing. The busy morning starts at 5:00 with free registration and check-in at the park. Don’t forget to dress warmly because mornings are still chilly along the river this time of year. Registration and check-in end at 9:00a.m. Derby prizes will be awarded after the 3:00p.m. close of the event, and winners don’t need to be present to win. Kids shooting for the ‘largest fish’ prizes should be off the river by 2:45p.m. and must be in line for weigh-in by 3:00p.m to qualify. Door prizes will be drawn at the same time and for these winners must be present. The first three-hundred young anglers to register will receive a souvenir derby hat courtesy of Guess Plumbing. From 5:30 to 8:30 free breakfast for all kids, sponsored by WalMart and the employees of WalMart. From 10:30 to 1:00p.m., free lunch will be provided for all kids, sponsored by Frosty Mill; Susanville Supermarket; Alpine Beverage; Grocery Outlet; Burger King; Diamond Mountain Mini-Mart. Adults may have breakfast or lunch for a donation of $2.00. For more information contact Lassen Sportsmens Club President Wade Workman.
Save the date for this year's CASA Gala! Saturday, May 20th 2023 at 5:30PM, Located at Lassen Senior Services 1700 Sunkist Dr, Susanville, CA 96130. Join us for a fundraiser dinner and silent auction to benefit the children of Lassen County in the CASA Program. Tickets $40 - Ages 21+ Available at Lassen Family Services, Margie's Book Nook, and Zaengles Floor & Home. For any questions, call our office at (530)257-4599.
9th Annual Low Cost Rabies License Clinic & Adoption Day May 21st from 9am-1pm at the Animal Shelter, Dr. Meredith Masch with Lassen Veterinary Clinic. Cash only for all licenses and vaccination. Please bring current rabies certificate for licenses. Dogs must be on lease and cats must be in carriers! For more information contact Susanville Police Department at (530) 257-5603 police@cityofsusanville.com or Lassen County Animal Shelter at (530) 257-9200.
Bitterbrush Farm & Apiary has opened our first class for the year!! They will have 1 more Beginning Beekeeping Class this year (date TBD), and an Intermediate Beekeeping Class (date TBD). This class will be held at our farm on May 21 at 2 PM, location in litchfield! This is a hands-on beekeeping experience, space is limited. Please sign up at the link below, or message us to reserve your spot. Can’t wait to see you! https://www.bitterbrushfarm.com/book-a-class
Lassen County Public Health Open House, Wednesday May 24th from 2pm-5pm at 1445 Paul Bunyan Rd, Suite B. In an effort to raise and promote Public Health Awareness, join in this family friendly event to learn about various free and low cast programs. Back to school immunizations, free popcorn & balloons, games, prizes, smoothie bike, tour, or programs and much more! For more information, call (530) 251-8183.
Lassen County Best of Broadway presents: Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical Auditions, Friday, May 26th 4pm-7pm & Saturday, May 27th 10am-2pm at the Lassen High School Drama Room. Vocal and Monologue Portions of Auditions. For more information: susanvillebestofbroadway.org.
Lassen High School FFA Tri-Tip Dinner will be on June 1, 2023. Pick-up 4pm-6-pm in the back parking lot of the high school. Tickets are on sale now for $15 a plate.
Lassen County Arts Council presents CHILDREN’S SUMMER ART CLASSES!!! They are offering 3 different sessions!! June 26 & 27, June 28-30, July 31-August 4. Enroll ONLINE before June 1st for a $10 discount!! Seats are limited. You can read all the details and enroll HERE: https://lassencountyartscouncil.org/classes. Gallery located at 807 Cottage St., Susanville. Hours: Thurs. & Fri. $:00pm-7:00pm & by appointment www.lassencountyartscouncil.org.
Susanville Salvation Army & Sunrise Rotary Club presents Gary Felt Kilt Classic Golf Tournament. Saturday, June 3, 2023, at the Diamond Mountain Golf Course. Check in is at 8:00am, Bagpipe ceremony at 8:30am and Shotgun starts at 9:00am. You may pay the day of the event, but teams are limited. Registration is $100 per player or $400 per team. For information contact Susanville salvation Army at (530) 257-0314.
Lassen County Law Enforcement Torch Run Thursday, June 15th. Opening Ceremonies at 7:00am, Run begins at 7:30am. Opening ceremonies at Historic Court House and Ends at Lassen Superior Court. There are several ways to participate in this event. You can sign up to be a runner in the event or donate by scanning the QR code or clicking the link on the poster on the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office facebook page. You can also come cheer on the runners at the finish line.
Lassen County Fair presents Adopt-A-Flowerbed. Enter the 2023 flowerbed contest. $5 to enter and Cash prices for 1st, 2nd, 3rd. Entry forms due June 15th. For more information call (530) 251-8900.
SAVE THE DATE! Lassen Pride Network will be having their second annual Susanville Pride Potluck BBQ is happening on Friday, June 30th at 5 PM. Come hang out at Memorial Park for this family-friendly event! Spread the word! If you're interested in being a vendor at the event, email us at lassenpridenetwork@gmail.com!
Don’t forget to email (director@lassencountychamber.org & executiveassistant@lassencountychamber.com) with any upcoming events or swing by the Chamber Office at 1516 Main St. with any event posters!