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Art, Music, Film, Drama and Crafts
Events, attractions and activities for exploring art, music, crafts, photography and creativity in all forms
Live Music & Theater | Fine Arts
Maybe it's the natural beauty of the surroundings, or the long tradition of talent in northern California. Whatever the reason, Siskiyou County is blessed with an abundance of creativity. You'll have many opportunities to see, hear or touch the results...and to take part yourself in the creative process with classes and artistic adventures. Enjoy!
FEATURED ESTABLISHMENTS
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Directions
312 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.
Mt. Shasta CA 96067
530-926-2367
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Celebrating its 35th year, Directions features a vibrant collection of contemporary women's clothing, accessories, distinctive jewelry, unusual home décor, special gifts and soothing skincare products.
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Mt. Shasta Book Nook
331 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.
Mt. Shasta CA 96067
530-926-3338
Books
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Quality used, out-of-print and collectible books, CDs, videos and audiobooks. |
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The oldest independent bank in the State of California, Scott Valley Bank was founded in Siskiyou County. Community banking at its finest! |
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The Siskiyou Golden Fair is a hometown, country fair showcasing
Siskiyou County and its residents. Other events: Sportsmen's Expo; Oktober Harvest
Festival; Holiday Craft Fair.
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Mount Shasta's fun Coffeehouse & Cabaret Theater. Great coffee and espresso beverages, fine food, relaxed atmosphere, free hi speed wireless internet access, a conscientious and talented staff, and a killer beer selection! Live entertainment nightly - check our online calendar. |
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All the local authors. Full service, independent bookstore with espresso bar. We stock books for all ages and interests. Worldwide shipping. Mon - Sat 10am - 9pm, Sun 11am - 5pm.
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Music and Theater
- Jazz, Rock, Gallery Openings, Arts Events, Community Theater! Several production companies offer regular music in Siskiyou County, with both local and visiting artists. Find a monthly calendar of music and arts events is available at the Siskiyou Arts Council web site...the latest information and links on Arts, Drama, Crafts, Music, Dance, Books, Film, and More!
- Bluegrass Festivals
Enjoy old time country music from world-class performers at the annual Scott Valley Bluegrass Festival in mid-July. The two day event is held in Etna City Park, with full days of music, morning open mic scramble, special programs for the kids, and country crafts booths.
On Labor Day weekend, enjoy more bluegrass at the annual Blackberry Music Festival Sunday afternoon at the Mt. Shasta City Park. This is one of the free Scott Valley Bank concerts. For information call 530-926-4865 or visit the Mt. Shasta Chamber of Commerce.
Yreka hosts its own bluegrass series, with Siskiyou Bluegrass Music Productions presenting 4 to 6 concerts each year at the Yreka Community Theater. Check their web site for up to date schedules.
- Classical Concerts
Dunsmuir's Tribute to The Trees takes place annually in June. The Palo Alto Chamber Orchestra plays a concert in the Dunsmuir Botanical Gardens. The concert is proceeded by a gourmet dinner among the trees.
- Community Concerts
Now in its 12th season, the Concerts in the Parks Series is a well-established tradition, widely appreciated in Scott Valley Bank's Siskiyou County region as an opportunity to enjoy the musical arts in a relaxed and beautiful setting throughout the summer. Pack a picnic and join Scott Valley Bank and the event sponsors. Lawn seating. All events are free of charge
Fine Arts
- Art on the River - A special 3-day adventure for artists and their families combines whitewater rafting with watercolor and sketchbook instruction. Discover new skills, new ways of seeing the wilderness and expressing yourself in travel sketchbooks, journals and location paintings as you record your impressions of a remarkable river adventure. For more information, see the River Dancers' web site.
- Come to Paint on Location Some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world are found in Siskiyou County. Bring your paints and easel, sketchbooks and brushes, and spend days moving from one fantastic location to another. Here's just a partial listing of places you may wish to pause and paint:
- Anywhere on the slopes of Mount Shasta
- The Klamath Wildlife Refuge country of Dorris and Tulelake
- The McCloud River waterfalls
- High mountain lakes, from Castle Lake to the marble Mountains
- Northern views of Mount Shasta from Shasta Valley near Grenada, Montague, Little Shasta
- The granite spires of Castle Crags
- The rigged Klamath River valley
- Order yourself a copy of the Dunsmuir Self-Guided Railroad Photography Tour from the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce. Railroad photographers can find great photo tips and locations with this handy self-guided tour map. Discover trains heading up to Black Butte Summit, being helped just as in the 1880's, but today with modern diesel-electric locomotives. Historic buildings can be found along the line. Discover dramatic shots of trains with awe-inspiring 14,162 foot Mt. Shasta and the unusual spires of Castle Crags in the background. ocations included in this guide range
from easy road crossings to shots
requiring a mile of hiking.
- Discover a unique photography experience by reserving a Photography Blind at the Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuge. Wildlife photography opportunities are excellent at the Refuge. To enhance these opportunities, eight photography blinds have been made available, five on Tule Lake Refuge and three on Lower Klamath Refuge. These are available for use during daylight hours and by reservation only, and are located to take advantage of morning light. Blind reservations may be made in person, by telephone, or mail at the Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuge Complex Visitor Center, located 5 miles west of Tulelake, CA, on Hill Rd. Telephone: (530) 667-2231
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Dorris is the home of Butte Valley Saddle Company and internationally recognized saddlemaker Conrad Koppenhafer. Visitors from all over the world stop by the Butte Valley Saddle Company to view the superb artistry of Conrad Kopenhafer's saddles. 304 South Main St., P O Box 389 in Dorris, CA 96023, 530-397-3711.
- Gallery Exploration is fast becoming a favorite shopping experience for visitors. Siskiyou Country has a lively arts community, and many artists choose to this beautiful area to make their homes. Our fine local galleries represent painters, sculptors, photographers and craftsmen from Siskiyou County and around the world. For a complete list of galleries, see the merchants below.
OTHER ESTABLISHMENTS
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Fine photography, antiques and collectibles from Mt. Shasta photographer Kevin Lahey.
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