Loving Oroville

Oroville is the best to live. We have been here since 2007 and we are so glad we came. There is always something to do, and somewhere to go. We love the lake being 5 minutes away, so we can go camping and boating within minutes. There alot of good people living here too. And I love the people at Liberty Tax Service, They are very fun, friendly and they love kids. They have kids toys, books, movies and several other things for your kids to do while getting your taxes prepared. There are several other businesses in town that are very kid friendly too. It is nice living in a town that has so much for children and their parents can do together. The outdoor activities are wonderful. And that way your kids can get some exercise and have fun, instead of always playing video games. I love living here, and will probably spend the rest of my life here. Thank you Oroville, for all you have to offer.

Lizzie

Images of Oroville ... days gone past

Wow...if you haven't been to the Meriam Library website at California State University Chico you might want to check it out...incredible historic pictures, great and informative ... http://www.csuchico.edu/lbib/spc/iepages/home.html

Mark your calendar!

While the month of May might seem like a few months away, well actually it is, mark your calendar for the second annual Oroville 5K River Run which will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2013 starting in front of the Historic State Theatre, looping through downtown, heading up to the Municipal Auditorium, down to the Feather River Trail, through Bedrock Park into Riverbend Park & looping back to Bedrock Park and the Feather River levee with the big finish at Centennial Plaza!.  You can run, walk, or even just watch ... prizes, participant ribbons and a mini-celebration at Centennial Plaza and the Oroville Downtown Farmers Market...details and electronic sign-up at www.underthesunevents.org

Oroville Dam is Awesome!

Here's a link to the Weather Channel website that has Oroville's Dam listed as # 4 of the most amazing dams in the world...check it out! http://www.weather.com/travel/worlds-most-amazing-dams-20130110?pageno=18 WOW # 4 in the world & in our own backyard!

My Oroville



I have lived in Oroville for 14 years now. This year I have offically lived here longer than I have not. When I first moved here I thought it was a death sentence. All I wanted to do was get out and go back to the city. Now, I'm still a city girl but I can greatly appreciate the other side. My grass is greener. People say the worst things about Oroville (that are mostly true), but no one mentions the good. We have a huge lake, a river running through the entire town, lots of parks, bike trails, trees and beauty. I happen to love it. I have been picked on by people who can't imagine living in a small town like this. Well to them I say I can't imagine not.

My Husband and I live in a neighborhood that is butted up against a bunch of empty land along the river. While taking my dog for a walk around the neighborhood I decided to take a dirt road that lead up into the empty land. So open and beautiful and made for a great walk.

 

Seeing all that beautiful land right next to my house just made me appreciate where I live even more. We were able to buy a wonderful home for a resonable price that wouldn't have been possible other places.

View from our front door



At the river, like 1/4 mile from our house

Sunset from my front door






So even though there are many people who only see the negatives sides of Oroville, I encourage you to look around with fresh eyes. When you are crossing the bridge on Hwy 70 between Montgomery and Grand, really take a look at the scenery (when you are a passenger!) and realize just how lucky you are to live in such a beautiful place.

 

 

 

           All of those are less than 10 minutes from my front door. How amazing is that?

Museum Docents Honored!

Over 60 very special people will be honored Sunday at the Centennial Cultural Center where they will feast on a delectable meal, receive awards and just have fun...these folks are the Oroville Docents who volunteer their time and efforts to the City's five museums. Interested in joining this group?  Call the Parks & Trees Department at (530) 538-2415.

Musical treasures await you Saturday, January 19th at the Historic State Theatre 1379 Myers Street starting at  7:00 P.M. when the Paradise Symphony Orchestra, Butte College Choir & students from CSUC Department of Music & Theatre Arts unleash "Glorious Sounds" an enchanting perfomrance of music and voice ... Call (530) 370-1273 for additional details...advance tickets availabe at the Chamber of Commerce & at the theatre on the 19th ...

Vintage



A trip down memory lane ...



Sunrise/Sunset

                    There's something neat about the beautiful displays of nature in our area ...

WOW! the 101 Positive Bloggers for Oroville is finally up and running ...

Got to love the rain!

Been up to Lake Oroville recently?  If not take a leisurely walk across the dam, or drive over it, and view the exciting increase in the water levels...more rain in the future, great snow pack which will send more water...enjoy!

Where has the time gone?  We first began thinking about the "101 Positive Bloggers" for Oroville over a year ago...well the time has come to really get the "show on the road" and within the next few weeks we will offer an opportunity for those that expressed an interest to blog positively about our great city/community to jump in!