Local Flavor

If you have a bit of down time (as if) check out the many fabulous, local events happening in Chico at the same darn time! Do we endorse these activities? No! We merely compiled the list. Might you enjoy yourself? Certainly!

Swing Dancing Lessons

West Coast Swing partner dance lessons on THURSDAY NIGHTS as seen on "Dancing with the Stars" and "So You Think You Can Dance!". Lessons begin at 7:00pm and 8:00pm, for the exact schedule see our website, www.ClubWestie.org. Social dancing to practice what you've learned is from 9pm to Midnight. West Coast Swing originates from Savoy style Lindy Hop from NYC. A slower and more sophisticated form that appeals to large audiences because of the wide variety of music that it can be danced to. Blues, R&B, motown, rock, pop, jazz and more!

When: Thursdays 7pm and 8pm
Location: Chico Grange, 2775 Nord Ave, Chico
More Info: 530-518-1598, tamidances@gmail.com, www.ClubWestie.org, www.chicodancescene.com

1078 Art Gallery

This artist-managed, nonprofit gallery is a showcase for experimental, progressive and “not necessarily commercial” art.

When: Weds.–Sat., 12:30-5:30 p.m.
Location: 1078 Gallery, 820 Broadway, Chico
More Info: 530-343-1973, www.1078gallery.org

Korean Kickboxing

When: M-F, 7:15-8:15pm
Location: OC’s Tae Kwon Do Center, 169 Cohasset Rd., Chico
More Info: 530-899-1789

Alcoholics Anonymous

When: Daily, Ongoing
Location: All Over the Place; Call
More Info: 530-342-5756, www.aabutte-glenn.org

This is the club inside the Holiday Inn. It draws an older crowd than the downtown bars and is next door to a restaurant.

When: Th, 7:30pm
Location: On the Rocks Lounge, 685 Manzanita Ct., Chico
More Info: 530-345-2491, www.chicodancescene.com

When: Daily, Ongoing
Location: Blue Lotus Yoga, 973 East Ave., Chico

More Info: 530-895-9642, www.yogabluelotus.com

BMX races, twice a week.

When: Th, 6pm and Su, 5pm
Location: Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. Chico
More Info: 530-566-1BMX, www.silverdollarbmx.org

Give the gift of life. Donors must be healthy, weigh at least 110 pounds and be at least 17 years old. Call to make an appointment.

When: Daily, Ongoing
Location: All Over the Place; Call
More Info: 775-324-6454, www.unitedbloodservices.org

When: Su, 6pm
Location: St. John’s Episcopal Church, 2341 Floral Ave., Chico
More Info: 530-345-3129 or 530-894-1971 (St. John's)

Normal Street Jazz

Live jazz. No Cover. Featured players include Tom Molinas (trumpet), Kaytlin Hansen (bass) and, intermittently, Shigemi Minetaka (piano).

When: Su, 7:30-9:30pm
Location: Has Beans Coffee & Tea Company, 501 Main St., Chico
More Info: 530-894-3033

Ballroom Dance Classes

Style, Grace, and Stamina--Learn social Ballroom Dances such as the Waltz, Fox Trot, Tango, Cha Cha, Night Club 2-step and more in this ongoing group lesson held every Monday night at 6:00 pm. Venue features a large wooden dance floor and off-street parking in the heart of downtown Chico. Welcome to all ages and dance skill levels--no dance partner is required to attend! Price: Students/$6; general/$8; couples/$14

When: M, 6pm
Location: Chico Women’s Club, 592 E. Third St., Chico
More Info: 530-514-9347 (Ask for Nicole), letzdanz2@yahoo.com, www.chicodancescene.com

Irish Music Happy Hour

A Chico tradition: Friday night happy hour with a traditional Irish music session by the Pub Scouts. Well worth the $1.00 cover!

When: F, 4pm
Location: Duffy’s Tavern, 337 Main St., Chico
More Info: 530-343-7718

Classical Music: An Afternoon in Paris

When: Su, 2/8, 2pm
Price: $6-$15
Location: CSU Chico - School of the Arts, 400 W 1st St., Chico
More Info: 530-898-6333

Afro Caribbean Dance

Dances of Cuba, Haiti, Brazil and West Africa.

When: Tu, 5:30pm (if you're sticking around for an extra day)

Location: Chico Women’s Club, 592 E. Third St., Chico
More Info: 530-345-6324, www.chicodancescene.com

Also teaching Ba Gua and Tai Chi.

When: Su, 10am
Location: Chico Kodenkan, 254 E. First St., Chico
More Info: 530-343-6551, www.chicokodenkan.com

Chico Air Museum

The Northern Sacramento Valley is extremely rich in aviation history. Beginning in 1913, 16 year old Thaddeus Kearns built and flew a powered aircraft in South Chico. In the 1940’s and 50’s, Chico Army Airfield was a major training site for thousands of pilots, both as a primary training base flying BT-13’s, and for advanced gunnery and multi-engine training in P-38, P-39, P-63, B-17, B-29’s.

The North Valley is also the birthplace of Aerial Fire Fighting. Chico Municipal Airport is the home of Aero Union Corporation, a world leader in aerial fire suppression technologies.

When: Sa, 10am-4pm
Location: Chico Air Museum, 170 Convair Ave., Chico
More Info: 530-345-6468, www.chicoairmuseum.org

Farmers’ Market

When: Sa, 7:30am-1pm
Location: Farmers’ Market, Second & Wall, Chico
More Info: www.northvalley.net/farmersmarket

Finally Friday Country Music Dance Party

When: F, 9-11pm
Location: Crazy Horse Saloon & Brewery, 303 Main St., Chico
More Info: 530-894-5408, 530-342-7299, www.chicodancescene.com