Good morning, Chico.

Veronica Davis, known as the singing barista, lifts spirits at Starbucks on East Avenue with cheerful performances each morning and shares her gift by singing at local senior living communities.

Chico songwriter Lorna Such will perform at the Sierra Nevada Big Room on May 1 with an eight-piece ensemble blending new originals & covers.

Sacramento’s Lab Rats will open the show with a mix of jazz, soul & funk to complement her sound.

Paradise Chocolate Fest returns Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Terry Ashe Park; the event celebrates over two decades of community fun with chocolate treats, interactive exhibits, a family run/walk, carnival games and live music (with a prize for the first 200 guests wearing festive hats).

Chico State professor Jianliang Hao has applied real-world research to teach supply chain management, linking everyday challenges to student learning.

His work earned him a professional achievement award and continues to guide students on hands-on projects + inspiring practical decision-making.

Kathleen Meehan, an engineering professor at Chico State, leads innovative research—she is co–principal investigator on a $2.25M DoE project that advances energy storage and offers hands-on opportunities for students while also collaborating on technology projects to improve agricultural sustainability.

Chico State professor Mina Hejazi received Professional Achievement Honors for her work on food safety and global trade — her research engages students in exploring how rules shape food from farms to consumers.

Professor Kasey DeAtley from Chico State was selected for Class 52 of the California Agricultural Leadership Program and named Senate District 1 Woman of the Year for 2025 as she led a cow composting law and secured research grants, mentoring students while strengthening local agriculture + industry ties.

CAL FIRE announced new rules requiring online permits for dooryard burning starting at 8 a.m. on May 1 in Shasta, Trinity, Tehama, Glenn, and Butte counties — residents must follow burn day rules and take safety measures to reduce fire risks.

The City of Chico will enforce anti-camping ordinances on May 5 at three locations — Big Chico Creek from Cherry Street to Rose Avenue, Little Chico Creek from Pine to Pomona, and the bike path between West Sacramento and West Lindo — after verifying counts with Legal Services.

Alcohol may soon be served at special events at Chico Creek Nature Center in lower Bidwell Park after the Bidwell Park and Playground Commission unanimously voted Monday night to change the rules — the request now heads to City Council for final approval.

Chico will start charging parking fees at Upper Bidwell Park this summer — fees will be $2 a day or $25 per year and can be paid via a kiosk or app.

Jerry & Dawg Revisited

6:30-10 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience the re-creation of the Garcia Grisman sound with original members Joe Craven and Jim Kerwin.

Do The Crawl de Mayo

4:30-9 p.m. — Bella's Sports Pub — Tickets required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo a bit early with a lively pub crawl featuring contests and vibrant fiesta vibes.

El Rey Prevue Fundraiser

7-10 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Fundraiser event — Experience an exciting preview of the El Rey Theatre with music, comedy, and community.

Chico Sports Cards & Pokémon TCG Expo

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Chico — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in the exciting worlds of sports cards and Pokémon TCG with fellow enthusiasts in a vibrant community atmosphere.

The Cedar Grove Scamper - 4 Mile Race

8-10 a.m. — Cedar Grove Picnic Area and Meadow — Check website for entry fee — Participate in a scenic 4-mile run featuring both Open and Master's Divisions.

Blü Egyptian at Sierra Nevada Big Room

6:00-9:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Big Room — Early access tickets available — Experience the energetic fusion of Rock, Funk, Reggae, Bluegrass, and Electronica from the acclaimed Blü Egyptian.

Music for Mental Health

4-8 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Free entry — Enjoy live music while supporting mental health initiatives in the community.