Good morning, Chico.

Chico held its third annual Stuff the Truck toy drive and car show on Saturday at Concourse Elite Collision Center to collect new, unwrapped toys for the Salvation Army—gaining strong community support.

Bob Fitzgerald said people could drop off toys until Tuesday noon and noted that classic cars added a nostalgic touch to the event.

Downtown Chico will come alive with holiday cheer tomorrow—local shops are hosting sales, decorations and live performances for a festive Christmas Preview event.

Veterans' art from across Northern California is on display at the Museum of Northern California Art as part of the fifth annual Veterans Art Exhibition—opened Saturday and set to conclude Nov 30.

The exhibit honors veterans' service and talents and uses art as a way to help with healing.

Residents in Butte County were notified of permissive burn days that took place on Saturday and are allowed today for outdoor residential burning in specific areas.

Burning is permitted in Paradise (with a Paradise Fire Department permit) and in Upper Ridge and Magalia from 8:45 a.m. until one hour before sunset while burning remains prohibited in Chico; residential burning in the unincorporated Chico Sphere of Influence is allowed only on lots of at least 0.90 acre and fire agency permits (with burn hours as listed on the permit) are required in Biggs, Gridley, and Oroville.

Chico State men's cross country team ended its season with a 15th-place finish at the NCAA Division II Championships on November 22.

The team scored 431 points at the Wayne E. Dannehl National Cross Country Course.

Cody Bays, an 8-year-old Chico player for the Sacramento State Hornets in the Recreation and Park District Basketball League, hit a buzzer-beating shot on Nov 22 — just one day before his 9th birthday.

A Very Chico Nutcracker

7-10 p.m. — Laxson Auditorium — $17 – 32 — Experience a reimagined holiday classic filled with local charm and festive adventure.

Morgan Wallen Tribute Experience

8-10 p.m. — Tackle Box — Tiered pricing — Enjoy a night of live country music with the nationally acclaimed Morgan Wallen Experience.

Chikoko Bizarre Bazaar

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Free entry — Explore a creative marketplace featuring unique, quirky handmade gifts from local artisans.

Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Bella's Sports Pub — Tickets required — Celebrate the season in your ugliest holiday sweater with games, prizes, and festive cheer.

Agora Holiday Market

3-7 p.m. — Almond Orchard — Affordable vendor spaces — A festive community market showcasing local artisans, handmade goods, and joyful holiday spirit.

SunSquabi Performance

7-10 p.m. — Lost on Main — 21+ entry — Experience a unique musical journey as SunSquabi lights up the stage in Chico.

Celebration Market Holiday Pop-Up

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lassen Cidery — Free entry — Explore local vendors, live music, and festive treats at this two-day holiday market.

Celebration Market

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lassen Cidery — Free entry — Shop local artisans and enjoy festive fun for the whole family at this holiday market.

Candlelight Christmas Carols Concert

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Chico Women’s Club — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a candlelit setting.