Erin attended the Vanity Faire fundraiser for 2012 on behalf of our real estate brokerage The Address Realty. Riverview Country Club is of course, an unmatched setting.
Erin won a “Trophy” bottle of wine in a Kimono for her creative hat. I think it was a Parisian designer hat by Le Chapeau par Homemade. What did the world do before hotglue? A great time was had by all, and hopefully it was big fundraiser event for the services offered by the Shasta County Women’s Refuge. See you next year!
ESPN to shoot Redding Dragstrip racing this weekend!
So this is a big deal for our local dragstrip and for Redding! The ESPN TV crew is coming out this Saturday night, October 13 to shoot the Street Legal races. They are bringing a professional announcer who is legendary in drag race circles, Bob Frey – official NHRA National Event announcer.
The last time we had a Street Legal event, it attracted more than 120 cars. This event promises to be much bigger AND much faster!
So, how much to get in for this epic event?
JUST $5.
That’s some Really Redding pricing! Come out and be a part of this crazy scene!
More at http://Redding Dragstrip.net
Redding Dragstrip. The oldest continuously operating NHRA track in the known universe.
Elvis sighting in Redding
Yeah, Elvis Costello. Playing the Cascade last night.
Watchin’ the detectives. Niice.
Just the man and his talent, on display.
The angels may want to wear your red shoes, but your aim is true. Elvis is playing his Centenary Tour here, in case he’s not around to do it in 2054. Thoughtful chap.
His song catalog is extensive. Much too large for just one evening. I missed hearing a few favorites. No matter. It was a good show.
George Thorogood and the Destroyers play there tonight. Top name entertainment at the Cascade. It’s Really Redding.
Edit:
Somebody posted Allison from last night:
Images of 4th of July in Mt Shasta City 2012
In nearby Mt Shasta, they celebrate Independence Day like any small town. Everyone running or walking through town en masse, past musicians, clowns, and fairies. Pausing briefly to grab something to eat or drink, but always walking around, and seeing everyone else doing the same. Brilliant!
Happy Independence Day to all of us!
New! Dance video from DWTS-SC Preview Party
It was an awesome party! Thanks to all for your help and support. Check out the dance video, and review our list of donor organizations below. There’s still time for you to join the list, in the build up to the main Dancing With the Stars Shasta County event July 7th at the Cascade Theatre.
Auto Smog
Barn Bum
Fidelity National Home Warranty
Fidelity Title and Escrow
First American Title and Escrow
Foothill Distributing
Hair Country
Leatherby’s Catering
Madness Entertainment -DJ services
Mike Pohlmeyer
Moseley Family Cellars
Ortega’s Restaurant
Pad & Paw
Palo Cedro Eye Clinic
Placer Title and Escrow
Quigley Real Estate (530) 221 4040
Rader Excavating (530) 547 5746
Shasta Association of Realtors
Shasta Pizza Co.
Shufelberger Construction
Summit Funding – Judy Lampton
Sunrise Roofing
The Address Realty
Tread Tech Tire
Wrap ‘n Pack
Zumba Fitness
Our thanks to all! Plus, so many more individuals and effort for this good local cause.
There are more videos on the way. There’s still time to get your name on our donor list for all to see. 100% of the proceeds go to the Shasta Women’s Refuge. Join your fellow community members and contribute any amount to get on this list! Call (530) 244 7603 for more info.
Dancing with the Stars Shasta County Preview Party Tuesday
Here’s a brief video of some of the dancers you’ll see at the DWTS Preview Party Tuesday evening.
So much fun! Come out to the Atrium tomorrow at 5 pm. Wine tasting, celebrity bartender, door prizes, raffle prizes, chocolate fountain with foods for dipping, Salsa dancing, Break Dancing and more. All proceeds go toward the Shasta County Women’s Refuge. Be there!
Dancing with the Stars Preview Party! June 12th at the Atrium
A few Redding Rodeo images
EDC networks at local Game Changers event
Last Friday afternoon, we attended the Game Changers presentation put on by the Shasta County Economic Development Center, at the Redding Convention Center.
The event was well attended. Erin and I met lots of local people interested and excited about Redding’s future. I also learned about several local resources and start-up companies I’d not otherwise have known about, like Technisoil.
Our Keynote guest: “From “Textile to Technology” A Community’s Transformation. The Story of Greenville, South Carolina. A native South Carolinian, Nancy (Whitworth) has been in Greenville for 30 years and has played an integral role in Greenville’s transformation from a dying textile town with serious economic problems to being an innovative community with an entrepreneurial spirit that is willing to take risks.” She did an excellent job demonstrating how Greeenvile found success after the devastation of their major local industry.
There were other presentations from some local companies that are very promising. To the left, John Weise of software startup, Zenius Solutions.
As part of his presentation, Weise spoke about how more software businesses than ever before seem to be turning towards subscription-based business models. In case you were not already aware, software companies often provide their products and services on the basis of a recurring payment format. Essentially, this means that their customers can pay to access the software that they need for as long as they require it. In recent years, subscription-based business models have proved hugely advantageous to businesses in the software industry as they provide a continuous income stream that can boost company growth.
As well as the presentation that was given by Weise, I was also struck by a few things from the keynote. First, Greenville really took chances on making their downtown likable and livable, and it worked out well. But they endured years of risk with private/public partnerships and (gulp) eminent domain to reclaim their best parts. I’m sure it wasn’t easy, but the successful results speak for themselves. Nancy had toured Redding prior, and was really impressed with our river, our artful bridge, and the Cascade Theater. It seems Greenville had so much less than Redding to start with, but did so much more to leverage what they had.
Another interesting thing was the repeated mention of Bethel Church, and the students it has attracted. Redding is in a public/private partnership with Bethel for the very building in which the event took place. People I spoke with mentioned the influx of young people with new ideas as a very positive aspect of life in Redding. Erin and I agree. Meeting Bethel students with their varied backgrounds and cultures has expanded Redding’s culture. The subject came up remarkably often, and seemed yet another very positive factor to the companies located here.
It was a terrific and eye opening event. There’s more info about the Game Changer event at redding.com. Also, you can review related Tweets at #edcgc. Thanks EDC, sponsors, speakers, and all who attended.
Visit the Redding Dragstrip after Kool April Nights
We don’t seem to hear much about the non-profit Redding Dragstrip during Kool April Nights. But for me, seeing powerful and expensive showcars actually perform at speed has always been an integral part of this week’s festivities. This year, the event promises to be bigger and badder than ever.
The longest continuously operating NHRA facility in the known universe, a Redding tradition since the 1960’s. This is always their biggest weekend for attendance and money. With weather looking terrific, this year looks good. Come experience the heat and power. Click below for a printable flyer.
KAD 2012 Flyer 200dpiBW
I think for a number of core enthusiasts, Kool April Nights would be just another carshow without the Redding Dragstrip. We are fortunate to have both events.
All photos by Skip Murphy @ Kool April Drags 2011