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If you have not yet discovered the vast opportunities for snowmobiling in Plumas, Sierra and Lassen Counties, this is the year for it. Snow has piled up early and Duff at DuPont Power Tool in Quincy has info on all the trails and the latest models of snowmobiles to get you riding fast. DuPont Power Tool Continue reading DuPont Power Tool 530-283-2136… Flanigan-Leavitt Insurance Agency, Inc. offers friendly, professional service and competitive rates. Because they are an independent insurance agency, they can compare rates for you and find you the best coverage to fit your needs. Call one of their offices today! 400 W. Main Street Quincy, CA 95971 (530) 283-1112 Continue reading Flanigan Leavitt Insurance Agency 530-257-7291… Have you met Bob and Linda Rouland representing Farmers Insurance at Rouland Insurance Agency? They offer friendly, professional service in Chester, CA for all your insurance needs. Reach Bob and Linda Rouldand in Chester at 530-2218. (Click on phot to enlarge) Rouland Insurance Agency Chester CA 530-258-2218 Continue reading Rouland Insurance Agency 530-258-2218… There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. Dec. 2- Susanville, CA: Lassen Co. Chamber Mixer. Hosted by Plumas Bank. 5:30-7:30pm. (530) 257-4323 Dec. 3- Quincy, CA: Plumas Art Gallery Opening Reception. (530) 283-3402 Dec. 3- Quincy, CA: 21st Main Street Sparkle and Light Parade. Sparkle Princess Costume Contest. 5-8pm. Downtown. (530) 283-0188 Dec. 3- Portola, CA: Season Of Lights. Light parade, tree lighting & Continue reading Calendar Of Events- December 2010… NEW2U – Thrift shop helps transitioning foster kids. SUSANVILLE, CA When you walk into New2U Thrift Shop in Uptown Susanville, you may notice a surprising difference from the average thrift shop. Some will say it’s because everything is cleaned before it is displayed; others will say it is just the difference store manager Edie Aparton Continue reading Thrift Shop Benefits Transitioning Foster Kids… Ice Dams: Cold Weather Culprits By Brian Wilson State Farm® agent Nothing says winter to many people like heavy snow blankets and icicles hanging from the roof of their homes. But, the snow and icicles present a subtle danger, ice dams. After several days of melting-freezing cycles, it’s common for Continue reading Ice Dams: Cold Weather Culprits By Brian Wilson State Farm® agent… 1. Set a Christmas budget in advance. Before the frenzy of Christmas time descends, work out how much you’re able and prepared to spend on Christmas festivities, gifts, and catering. The amount will depend on how much you’ve already saved, how much you can set aside from current funds, and how much you can spare Continue reading Christmas on a Budget… Biggs’ Butchery inside Young’s Market WESTWOOD , CA By Eileen Majors It’s not often you can even find one anymore, but buying from an old-fashioned butcher shop is a whole different experience. I found that out when I first moved to the small town of Westwood. I quickly learned the value and convenience of this small town way Continue reading Small Town Ways Include Old Fashioned Butcher Shop… By Melissa Wynn Happy Holidays to our Mountain Valley neighbors! ‘Tis once again the season to put up the family Christmas tree. My favorite part is tree cutting day. Hot chocolate, snowball fights, and the hunt for the perfect tree are all part of the tradition. If your family wants to get in on the fun, Continue reading Christmas Tree Cutting Permits… by Jan Cox photo headline: Decorating cookies for Santa at Gamboni’s, from 4-6 pm on Dec. 11 If you are planning to head a little higher into the mountains this Christmas season, you might want to be in the Chester-Lake Almanor Basin for the special weekend called “An Almanor Christmas.” Eileen
Continue reading An Almanor Christmas… by Jan Cox During this month of short days and long nights, what could be more beautiful to behold than the world lit up by millions of Christmas lights, bringing a sense of warmth and joy to all of us. It is entertainment in itself to take the family and drive around, seeing all the beauty Continue reading The Magic of Lights… by Jan Cox Because the Lake Almanor Basin is such a beautiful area, we are often privileged to have artists make this area their first or second home. Karin Urquhart is just such an artist. She has lived in both the LA area and the Bay Area of California before settling in with her family into a home Continue reading Meet the Artist–Karin Urquhart… For existing homeowners who are ready to make energy efficient improvements, there are also plenty of reasons to act by December 31st when several federal tax credit opportunities will expire. From new hot water heaters to furnaces, woodstoves and windows, local retailers can steer you to the rebates while some will even handle the paperwork Continue reading HURRY FOR TAX CREDITS ON HOME IMPROVEMENT… Put A Little Magic in Your Christmas THE SUSANVILLE SYMPHONY PERFORMS DECEMBER 10th and 12th By Eve DeVeir How’s your holiday spirit? If it could use a little help, plan to attend the Susanville Symphony Society production of “A Magical Christmas” December 10th and 12th. What better way to light the glow of the season than to enjoy Continue reading A Magical Christmas – with the Susanville Symphony… by Jan Cox Christmas would not be the same without the beautiful music that accompanies the season. Music can soothe the soul during a time of high stress such as the holidays. We hope that this Christmas season will find you relaxing and enjoying your favorite music at venues found throughout this mountain valley region. This year Continue reading Music to Awaken the Christmas Spirit… Symphony Society Concert Season is in Full Gear SUSANVILLE SWING BAND By Eve DeVeir Little did the young couple that swayed to the sweet sounds of the ’40s at the Susanville Swing Concert last month know what images those tunes brought back to others in the crowded room. The distant gaze of couples seated at candlelit tables foretold Continue reading Symphony Society Concert Season is in Full Gear – SUSANVILLE SWING BAND… From the Publisher – Eileen Majors It is hard to believe it but you are likely one of the 200+ million Americans poised to make something really big happen. It will be a make-or-break decision whether you realize it or not. It could well send one more to an unemployment line or collapse another well-intended mortgage. Another Continue reading You’re on the Verge of a Make-Or-Break Decision, Realize it or Not… If seeing a spider in your home sends chills up your spine and thoughts of “KILL IT! KILL IT!” run through your head, there’s good news: most spiders that share your space do much more good than harm. I’m not saying all spiders you find in and about your home are harmless – far from Continue reading Think before you squish – Spiders in your home… On May 22, 1915, an explosive eruption at Lassen Peak, the southernmost active volcano in the Cascade Range, devastated nearby areas and rained volcanic ash as far away as 200 miles to the east. This explosion was the most powerful in a 1914-17 series of eruptions that were the most recent to occur
Continue reading Mt. Lassen National Park… The Very First Christmas As told in the holy scriptures: Luke:2:1-20, Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 7:14 © Eileen Majors _ Permission granted to reprint story in it’s entirity to use or to give away, not for resale. The Big News Arrived Once upon a time long, long ago lived a young woman named Mary. One day, an angel of the Lord appeared before Continue reading The Very First Christmas… You don’t have to travel to a far away, big city to pick up great buys! Quaint little towns across our Sierra-Cascade region are celebrating the holiday shopping season with great deals on fabulous merchandise. And, it won’t be uncommon to be offered hot cider, cookies or just amazing personal service among the special savings Continue reading Shoppers Enjoy Treats, Even Free Gift Wrap!… MOUNTAIN VALLEY LIVING HOME & FAMILY Take up Your Shield!!! By Chrystal deMartimprey ‘Tis the season of sale fliers, radio ads and TV bargains. They fly at us like arrows from the most skillful archers. Unless we are armed and ready to do battle we will be pierced with debt and regrets. What shield could possibly Continue reading Take Up Your Shield!!! by Chrystal deMartimprey… By Melissa Wynn photo by Robert Barber/Painet Inc. from dnr.state.il.us North American Mink North American Mink are soft and slinky members of the weasel family. Similar in smell, size and shape to the common ferret, mink are extremely agile and fast as can be. Having partially-webbed feet gives the North American Mink a Continue reading North American Mink… Festive Gift Basket A QUICK GIFT! This holiday season, stock up on a few extra nice ornaments. When you want that last minute gift, you can simply stuff some greenery and a pine cone in the basket and top it with an ornament. Tie a bow Continue reading Festive Gift Basket… Peanut Clusters or Almond Clusters I make both! Easy! 6 oz. Semisweet Chocolate Morsels 8 oz. Confectioners coating for Almond Bark 2 cups unsalted, roasted peanuts or Almonds
Mix above ingredients in top of double boiler. Stir Continue reading Peanut Clusters or Almond Clusters… OLD FASHIONED FAMILY FUN Just like in the good old days, families can enjoy stringing popcorn and cranberries to hang on the tree or use in wreaths or garland. Make a batch of fresh soft popcorn and get out a bag of cranberries. Load up a needle and thread for everyone Continue reading OLD FASHIONED FAMILY FUN… Deck the Fruit with Nuts and Pine Cones! Have some fun with your fruit bowl for a quick centerpiece. This will give you an idea but you can arrange any fresh fruits in season in a basket. Adorn them with nuts, berries and a couple of pinecones for a quick gift. Continue reading Deck the Fruit with Nuts and Pine Cones!… |
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