I’ve been thinking about Monterey Bay Military Parent for several years, and I’m excited that it’s finally a reality. For those unfamiliar with Monterey Bay Parent, we are a monthly print and digital magazine serving Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties. Each month we produce a magazine filled with information that makes life a little easier for parents. We also sponsor events for families and are active on social media. We wanted to do something specifically for our military neighbors.
Over twenty years ago, when I made a major cross-country move, I found it challenging to get the information I needed to choose my daughter’s dance school and sign her up for Little League. I remember thinking at the time that what was needed was a resource for parents. Several years later, I made that a reality with my first parenting publication in Naples, Florida. I’m sure it’s similar for military families arriving in a new location. And, while the internet makes things a little easier, it’s nice to have a magazine you can hold in your hand, highlight, carry around, and refer to when needed. Monterey Bay Military Parent is that resource for you!
We’re also dedicating a section of our website at Monterey BayParent.com to military families. Just click on the link on the navigation bar to access the info. There you’ll find a digital copy of this issue and articles of particular interest to your family. For more information and to meet other Monterey-area parents, please join our active private Facebook group–search Monterey Bay Parent in the groups to find us.
Please tell us how we can improve what we are doing to meet your needs. This is planned as a once-yearly publication, but we’re open to hearing that you’d like to see more updates. You can reach me directly at abreznay@montereybayparent.com. And, be sure to pick up a copy of our regular issues each month!
Finally, please let advertisers know you saw them on these pages. They have graciously made it possible for us to bring you this free community resource.
Thank you, and welcome to Monterey!
Andrea Breznay/Publisher