Five Fall Comfort Foods
It’s here: a glorious season of some of my favorite foods! As a parent, I’ve never been hungrier, so lean into some delicious autumn eats...
Read ArticleGrowing, Preparing, Cooking, and Tasting With Kids
I started with sprout experiments and a vivid apple taste test comparing varieties in school (Golden Delicious was my favorite). I grew up to support...
Read ArticleKid-Friendly Summer Snack Ideas
Creating yummy and creative snack ideas for your kid to enjoy does not have to be difficult this summer. With hotter temperatures and constantly being...
Read ArticleYard to Table: Gardening With Children
Gardening with kids is a learning opportunity for the entire family. Here are some tips to get you started.
Read ArticleHealthy, Delicious, and Abundant: It’s Time for Strawberries
It’s no surprise then that strawberries are readily available throughout Monterey County and Santa Cruz County. Whether you buy yours at a grocery store, farm stand, or pick your own, there are plenty of great reasons to enjoy LOTS of them!
Read Article30 ways to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
Check out these 30 ideas for easy ways that everyone from preschoolers to teenagers can reduce, reuse, and recycle this Earth Day.
Read ArticleGardening Science: Garden Experiments for Kids
Spring is the perfect time to teach kids about growing things. Even if the ground outside is still hard, there are fun things you can grow inside. Try one or more of these fun plant experiments for fun and learning!
Read ArticlePumpkin Crafts and Pumpkin Patches
Fall is in the air and it’s time for pumpkin crafts and pumpkin patches. Read on for four fun pumpkin-themed crafts plus a list of Monterey and Santa Cruz Pumpkin Patches!
Read ArticleStarting a Fall Garden on the Monterey Peninsula
A fall and winter garden can be bountiful and easier to take care of than you think, as cooler weather helps retain moisture and keeps most of those pesky little pests at bay, two of the most significant issues for gardeners during the warmer months.
Read ArticleOur Favorite Salt Dough Crafts for Kids
Salt dough is easy to make and requires ingredients you most likely have at home. Once you’ve whipped up a batch, here are our favorite fun items your kids can create.
Read ArticleDig This! 10 Big Benefits of Gardening with Kids
Recent research shows that there are several reasons to start a garden with kids. The benefits range from making kids smarter to making them healthier. Here are 10 great reasons to get kids gardening.
Read ArticleRaising Chickens In Monterey County
Are you curious about raising backyard chickens? They’re affectionate, affordable, low-maintenance, educational and fun. If your a Monterey County resident and you’re considering raising chickens, here’s what you need to know.
Read ArticlePlaying in the Dirt! Spring Gardening With Your Kids
The Monterey Peninsula is a fantastic place to grow a garden. It is especially good for starting a garden with kids, as the climate and long growing season make the whole process much more forgiving than it would be elsewhere.
Read ArticleMoving Tips (from someone who just suffered through it!)
Do you have a move in your near future? I’ve made 4 (yes, 4!) moves in the past ten months. What I learned over the past ten months is that a) moving isn’t fun and b) moving is definitely less stressful when I’m organized.
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