Looking for something to do around Chico?
Welcome to Listen Up — NSPR’s curated list of arts, culture and community happenings in the Chico area. From gallery shows to concerts, talks and local gatherings, we’re highlighting what’s happening around town each week and how you can be part of it.
Email events@mynspr.org to reach out to us. We’d love to hear from you!
ART
- Chico Art Center
- Now through Friday, August 7
- 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Free
Pizza My Art returns! The event helps turn pizza boxes into fabulous works of art. Artists were invited to use pizza boxes donated from Mountain Mike’s Pizza to create a unique piece of art. You can vote for your favorite and make a bid to own the original pieces of art at the silent auction. There are $800 in prizes for the winners, and all funds will support the Chico Art Center.
FILM + THEATER
- The Pageant
- Friday, July 31 through Sunday, August 2
- 7:30 p.m. & 4:45 p.m.
- $9
A mysterious boat returns to shore after vanishing more than three decades ago. Two men join its journey in a search for better fortune but find themselves transported back in time. When they return to the harbor, they find that nothing is as they remember it.
MUSIC
Monophonics with Kendra Morris
- Sierra Nevada Big Room
- Thursday, July 30
- 7 p.m.
- $37.93-$48.48
San Francisco band Monophonics are known for their blend of psychedelic and soul. They interweave both genres masterfully and are heavily influenced by the '60s and '70s. Singer-songwriter Kendra Morris will be opening for the band.
Sam Bush with the High Water Line
- Sierra Nevada Big Room
- Friday, July 31
- 7 p.m.
- $59-$64
Legendary mandolin player Sam Bush is making a stop in town. He is known as the originator of progressive bluegrass music and is a member of the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame. Opening up the evening will be San Francisco-based bluegrass band the High Water Line.
DJ Logic & Friends with DJ Erock Lee
- Lost On Main
- Friday, July 31
- 8 p.m.
- $21.05-$26.38
One of the world’s most prolific turntablists is bringing a special set to Lost on Main.
DJ Logic is widely credited for introducing jazz to the hip-hop world. But this set will be more than just spinning. Logic is teaming with guitarist Lantz Lazwell and keyboardist Brian Swislow to celebrate the music of the Grateful Dead and P-Funk. Joining them on stage will be the horn section from local favorites Smokey the Groove. Opening the night will be DJ Erock Less, also from Smokey the Groove.
Solar Estates + Brother Luke and the Comrades + Not Your Babe + Mathew Houghton
- Naked Lounge
- Saturday, August 1
- 7 p.m.
- $10
After years of dedicated effort, the Chico-based band Solar Estates unveiled its self-titled album last fall. The group is set to perform tracks from the album as well as other local favorites. Joining the Chico band will be Redding's Not Your Babe, Brother Luke and the Comrades and Chico’s Cat Depot.
Josaleigh Pollett + Strog + Lish Bills + Astronaut Ice Cream
- Naked Lounge
- Monday, August 3
- 7 p.m.
- $10
Josaleigh Pollett is making a trip south from Salt Lake City. The indie singer-songwriter recently released their fourth album, “If I Let It Quiet.” The album is born from their long-distance creative collaboration with producer and friend Jordan Watko, who moved 8,000 miles away during the album's creation.
Pollett says the album’s collaboration helped shape the album’s themes of distance, change and self-discovery. They will perform with Strog from Salt Lake City, and local favorites Lish Bills and Astronaut Ice Cream.
Got an event? A hot tip? A brilliant idea? Email us at events@mynspr.org.
Listen Up also brings the area’s best events to your radio — listen to NSPR Thursdays during All Things Considered.
