Magic happens when we pull up a chair together. Gathering is how we keep our community’s heart beating.

Meaningful gathering can be found in the Shasta Woodworking Club, where enthusiasts “make sawdust” while mentoring beginners, and in McCloud, where Shasta Railbikes turn a history lesson into a shared family excursion.

Sometimes we gather just to look up. At the Montague Balloon Fair, you can watch the morning launch in your yoga pants with a cup of coffee. Or enjoy the harmony of nature and music along the Sacramento River during the River Rhythms Sunset Symphony with the Shasta Land Trust.

We also gather in service. From supporting Golden West Rescue’s equine residents to attending the Wings of Angels gala for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we are reminded time and time again that our community’s compassion is boundless.

Whether you’re building school lunches with your kids or enjoying one of the dozens of community activities highlighted in our monthly calendar, we hope you find a special place to gather here this season. Enjoy!