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Talking to Your Children About the Attack on the United States Capitol
There has been nonstop news coverage of the attack on The United States Capitol. By now many children will have seen photos or video of the events and will have questions and concerns. How can you best address your child's anxieties and concerns? Read more
What you need to know about the Coronavirus Vaccine
In California, 327,00 doses of the Pfizer vaccine were received in mid-December (when this article was written). Of those, 3,000 were bound for Monterey County. here is some info about the vaccine that is of importance to your family. Read more
Little Known Facts About Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 15, 2021 marks what would have been the 92nd birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. In honor of the civil rights hero and to celebrate Martin Luther King Day on Monday, January 18, here are some interesting facts about MLK. Read more
January 2021: Ask the Teacher
This month: Helping a third grader with core subjects, cutting screen time, and defining scanning and skimming. Read more
More Monterey County Preschools
Here are additional preschool choices for Monterey County. Read more
Pandemic Parenting: Lessons Learned
We are learning many things from this pandemic: some good, some not so good. We are having to rethink how we live our lives, how we manage our businesses, and how we are raising our families. Read more
The Dad Bod in the New Year
Turn your “dad bod” into a “rad bod” with these fitness tips from our "Father's Day" columnist. Read more
Choosing the Best Preschool for Your Child
It can feel a little overwhelming to choose a preschool for your child, so we have five tips to help you narrow down the choices and feel confident about the one you ultimately make for your little one. Read more
Monterey County Featured Preschools
If your toddler is ready for preschool, check out our recommended schools in Monterey County. Read more
Monterey-area Christmas Lights: 2020 Version
Many of the traditional Monterey County lighting displays aren't up this year but there are still some neighborhoods and homes where you can safely view beautiful light displays from your car. Read more
Holiday Spirits to Sip On
Despite a holiday season that’s practically guaranteed to feel different than any other, one constant will remain for many: enjoying the tastes of favorite foods and beverages while cozied up at home. Read more
Festive and Flavorful Holiday Snacks
Spice up this holiday season with festive snacks that are perfect for a quick on-the-go bite or a taste of your favorite holiday dessert. Read more
Create a Pet-Friendly Home This Holiday Season
This year, holiday gatherings will look different than celebrations in years past. Pet parents can take some comfort in knowing they can still celebrate with their pets. Read more
Five Easy Hanukkah Crafts
Spending time with your children creating crafts is the perfect backdrop for discussing the traditions of Hanukkah. Here are five easy crafts to give your kids a few hours of fun and learning. Read more
Five Tips for Winter Travel
Caron Comas is a professional truck driver for Variant, one of the nation’s largest trucking companies. Comas suggests following these tips on the road and before you travel. Read more
Snow Much Fun
Skiing, sledding, tubing, snow play–’tis the season–at least the start of the season! If you’re thinking about planning a trip to the snow soon, we gathered info on Tahoe-area resorts, their pandemic updates, and expected opening date when available. Read more
Skip the Holi-daze
Why not take this opportunity to rediscover the joy of slowing down and savoring the season right where you spend most of your time? Here are 7 sweet and simple ways to celebrate the holidays at home. Read more
Make Hanukkah Extra Special This Year
This season, I will call myself a “Quarantine Expert” and share six ideas on making your Hanukkah special. Read more
Holiday Popcorn Treats
Creating decorative holiday sweets allows little ones and grown-ups alike to take part in the fun, and the end result is delicious desserts for all to enjoy. Start with freshly popped popcorn. Read more
Our Favorite Christmas Movies
Gather the kids, pop some popcorn, make some hot chocolate and snuggle in for a movie session! Watching a good Christmas movie is the quickest way to get the entire family into the holiday spirit. Read more
Get Personal with Your Workplace Benefits
Choosing employee benefits during annual enrollment is often one of the most important financial decisions you make each year. Read more
Dear Teacher: December 2020
Every December our thoughts turn to the changes that we should make in the coming year, and many of you may make New Year’s resolutions to improve your lives. Read more
Words of Wisdom for Mama
Young mothers, I wish I had some wise words to add to these phrases the women told me my whole life. I can’t imagine what it is like raising young children during these times of social distancing, closed schools, shuttered businesses, working and sch Read more
Rob’s Predictions for 2021
Given the strangeness of the past year, I will put on my oracle hat and make some of my own (optimistic and hopeful) predictions for 2021. Read more
8 Great College Prep Apps
There’s nothing easy about applying to and preparing for college. Thankfully, there are many apps that can make the process a little bit easier. Read more
5 Tips to Ace College Entry Exams
While it can often be hard to deal with the anxiety that comes with a rigorous test meant to show your mastery of certain subjects and concepts, such as reading and mathematics, consider these test prep tips to help boost your score. Read more
Educational Activities for Young Explorers
Does it seem like every time you turn around, your home has been taken apart by your little explorer? Don’t despair. It’s a result of their desire to learn. Who knows, your child may be a future scientist, inventor, or leader in the making. Read more
2020-2021 Featured Private Schools
Get more detailed information on our featured private schools. These schools in Monterey County and Santa Cruz County are the best of the best and come highly recommended. Read more
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Support Small Businesses this Holiday Season
With the challenging year most small businesses have had, sales from this holiday season are more important than ever. Here are some ways you can support the small businesses you love while doing your holiday shopping. Read more
Perfectly Pumpkin
Pumpkin is the flavor of the season when Thanksgiving comes around, especially when used in desserts and sweet treats the whole family will enjoy. Here are four delicious pumpkin treats your family will love! Read more
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Pandemic Parenting
Sheltering in place isn't easy but we have resources and articles that can help. Our activities, local news updates and other resources make this trying time a little easier.
Talking to Your Children About the Attack on the United States Capitol
There has been nonstop news coverage of the attack on The United States Capitol. By now many children will have seen photos or video of the events and will have questions and concerns. How can you best address your child's anxieties and concerns? Read more
Jan 7, 2021
What you need to know about the Coronavirus Vaccine
In California, 327,00 doses of the Pfizer vaccine were received in mid-December (when this article was written). Of those, 3,000 were bound for Monterey County. here is some info about the vaccine that is of importance to your family. Read more
Jan 6, 2021
Pandemic Parenting: Lessons Learned
We are learning many things from this pandemic: some good, some not so good. We are having to rethink how we live our lives, how we manage our businesses, and how we are raising our families. Read more
Dec 29, 2020
Is an Educational Pod Right for Your Family?
But, for a variety of reasons, some parents are choosing to form learning (pandemic) pods. Learning pods are created by families who want alternative educational experiences for their children. Read more
Aug 29, 2020
Pandemic Staycation: A Weekend in Carmel Valley
Most of us are feeling the stress! I certainly have been and needed a change of scenery. Because long trips aren’t on my “do-anytime-soon list,” I opted for a staycation at Quail Lodge in Carmel Valley. Read more
Nov 1, 2020
Additional COVID-19 Testing Coming to Monterey County
The Monterey County Health Department has partnered with California National Guard and California Testing Task Force to offer free pop-up drive through COVID-19 testing sites at rotating Monterey County locations. Read more
Oct 6, 2020
Calm Down: Mindfulness for your Family
“For children, mindfulness can offer relief from whatever difficulties they may be encountering in life. It also gives them the beauty of being in the present moment.” Read more
Aug 29, 2020