I am officially willing the cooler fall weather to get here, and this cozy chicken tortilla soup is helping me do it! I absolutely love tortilla soup, and this version is packed with colorful veggies, hearty ingredients, and all of my favorite toppings.
Read ArticleOn Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, certified child passenger safety technicians from the County of Monterey Health Department will be at Natividad Hospital Parking Lot E at 1441 Constitution Blvd. in Salinas to inspect car seat installations. They’ll show parents and caregivers how to install a seat correctly and can help you choose the right one for your child’s age and size. The event is from 10 AM-1 PM.
Read ArticleThis Friday, September 25 (9-2-5, a nod to Dolly’s hit “9 to 5”), The Dollywood Foundation is marking the first-ever Give Like Dolly Day, a global day of support for local Imagination Library programs. California has also designated September 25 as annual Dolly Parton Day through Senate Bill 931, authored by State Senator John Laird (D-Santa Cruz) and Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield).
Read ArticleWe’re celebrating Witch Grannie with a magical giveaway for one lucky reader! One winner will receive a Witch Grannie prize bundle featuring a signed copy of the Witch Grannie...
Read ArticleMonterey County families raising kids and young adults with special needs have a lot to look forward to this month. Special Kids Connect has packed...
Read ArticleGrowing into adulthood, with increased responsibilities and independence, is one of the most difficult passages in a person’s life. Learning how to cook, safely use...
Read ArticleBeing prepared for a disaster starts at home. All family members, including children, have a part to play in preparing your family for a disaster....
Read ArticleFor parents of three young children, alone time can feel like a luxury. So when an invitation arrived to celebrate an eighth wedding anniversary with...
Read ArticleThe Marina Chess Falcons chess club, hosted by the Friends of the Marina Library (FoML), is expanding to meet demand — good news for local...
Read ArticleCustom House Plaza, Monterey | Saturday–Sunday, August 29–30, 2026 | Free Admission If you're looking for something different to do with the family this last...
Read ArticleBack-to-school season is here, and this weekend sends summer off in style. Friday brings free community fun in Castroville, an extraordinary opening night of handcrafted folk art sculptures in Oldtown Salinas, and the Night Market 831 in Sand City. Saturday, the Back to School Expo fills Del Monte Center with free activities, school resources, and goody bags for families. Sunday, the beloved San Juan Day street festival takes over historic downtown San Juan Bautista all day long. Here’s what we’re pointing families toward this week.
Read ArticleDinner doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful. Each month, The Family Table brings you a simple, seasonal meal designed for busy families. With...
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