Monterey and Santa Cruz County Beach Clean Up Events
Here’s a roundup of upcoming beach-focused volunteer events in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties. Whether you’re into data-driven litter surveys, invasive-plant removal or just getting...
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Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Secures $500,000 Grant to Boost Student Civic Engagement
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District (MPUSD) has been awarded a $500,000 California Serves Grant by the California Department of Education. Over the next two years...
Family-Friendly Dining Near the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Exploring the Monterey Bay Aquarium is a memorable experience for families, but keeping little ones happy often means finding the perfect spot for family-friendly dining nearby. Fortunately, Monterey’s Cannery Row...
Monterey and Santa Cruz County Beach Clean Up Events
Here’s a roundup of upcoming beach-focused volunteer events in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties. Whether you’re into data-driven litter surveys, invasive-plant removal or just getting...
Community Youth Photography Program for Monterey County Students
Unleashing Creativity Through Film & Digital Photography This fall and spring, The Weston Collective will present the Wednesday Community Youth Photography Program, tailored for 6th–12th...
STEM at the Beach: Kid-Friendly Science Activities on the Monterey Peninsula
Looking for screen-free, educational fun by the ocean? The beaches of Monterey County are more than just places to relax—they're perfect outdoor classrooms for hands-on...
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Autism is Not a Tragedy. Disinformation is.
As a Direct Support Professional who provides career development instruction and social skills training to young adults with autism, I can state with conviction that...
Trail to Tide: Exploring Monterey County by Bike and Kayak
Growing up in the Monterey Bay, especially during my teen years, I never really appreciated how lucky we are to live in an area that...
Where to Get Great BBQ in Monterey and Santa Cruz
If you’re craving slow-smoked meats, tangy sauces, and hearty sides, you’re in luck—Monterey and Santa Cruz counties offer a wide variety of BBQ joints, from...
Monterey County Summer Library Reading Programs
Summer offers kids a much-needed break from the school routine, but it’s also the perfect opportunity to spark a love of reading. With no homework...
Stories From 20 Years of Coastal Kids Home Care Serving the Children of Monterey County
Every morning, five-year-old daphne wakes up surrounded by stuffed animals and the soft hum of the ventilator that helps her breathe. Thanks to her palliative...
Reflections from Dad 2.0
Every generation of parents tries to do a little better than the last, and dads are no exception. This month, as we celebrate Father’s Day,...