The Robert Burns Charity Dinner and Whisky Tasting, hosted by the Butte County Scottish Society and the Chico-Leland Stanford Masonic Lodge No. 111, was held  on February 15 and raised $1,600 each for three local charities.

Pictured from left are: Dean Fairbanks of the Masonic Lodge and dinner co-organizer; Ian Steenson, president of the Butte County Scottish Society and dinner co-organizer; Brad Marr, master of the Masonic Lodge; Caroline Cruz, housing coordinator, and Ann Winters, housing director, both of Catalyst Domestic Violence Services; Paul Moreno, first vice president, Chico Shrine Club; and Emily Bateman, director of 6th Street Center for Youth.