Mandala in the making Lama Losang Samten works on his beautiful sand painting This article was published on 03.03.11 Lama Losang Samten demonstrates an amazing amount of concentration while creating a sand mandala at Chico State. The visiting Tibetan monk, who lives in Philadelphia, started on this work of art a few weeks ago. Head to campus at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 5, for the dismantling ceremony, which will begin at the Bell Memorial Union and end at Bidwell Bowl.Photo By kyle delmar More Local Stories » News Pic Opening day Disc-golf enthusiasts celebrate the long-awaited opening of the Peregrine Point course in Upper Bidwell Park. Published on 02.17.11 Giants spectacle Fans view San Francisco Giants’ World Series trophy in downtown Chico. Published on 01.13.11 Fill ’er up Recent rains have been kind to Lake Oroville. Published on 01.06.11 Find a friend As the Butte Humane Society wraps up one holiday campaign, it works on another to find homes for an increasing number of cats. Published on 12.23.10 Celebrating Eid Muslims flock to Chico Islamic Center for holiday festivities. Published on 11.18.10