Sparkling Nights: Holiday Light Displays on the Monterey Bay
Experience the glow of the season with a tour of festive light displays throughout the Monterey Bay and surrounding areas. The arrival of the holiday...
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First Generation College Students in Monterey County
Three local women share their stories of perseverance, pride, and possibility The First to Go: A New Path Forward Monterey County is home to 24 school...
Read ArticleMeet the Farmers: The Pumpkin Patches of Monterey Bay
One of the many perks of living in Monterey County are the extensive agricultural resources available throughout the area. These include farm-to-table restaurants, local farmers’...
Read ArticleFort Ord’s Military Legacy
Fort Ord’s Transformation to a University and National Monument I remember being in Monterey the final year Ft. Ord was open. I was around my...
Read ArticleDiscounts for Monterey Military Families
With a strong military presence on the Monterey Peninsula, many local businesses proudly support service members and their families. In return, military communities contribute to...
Read ArticleTrail 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...
Read ArticleMaking Extended Family Vacations Work
It's all about boundaries, balance, and fun The term “family vacation” can sometimes elicit a skeptical response. While many families use school and holiday breaks...
Read ArticleValentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Here are four easy-to-make crafts that are perfect for keeping kids busy around Valentine's Day. They also make great Valentine's Day gifts for classroom giving....
Read ArticleFive Valentine’s Day Activities for Monterey Bay Families
While Valentine’s Day is commercialized as a romantic day for couples, it can also be a day celebrated by families. Including our children in Valentine’s...
Read ArticleWhen to Ask If It’s ADHD
Becoming a parent is such a strange and rewarding journey. There are some things that I feel prepared for and many other things that happen...
Read Article‘Tweens and the Sephora Craze
One of my favorite pastimes has always been exploring new makeup and beauty products. I began experimenting with makeup when I started ballet and was...
Read ArticleMonterey’s Purple Star Schools
Three Monterey Peninsula Unified School District schools—La Mesa School, Marshall Elementary School, and Monte Vista TK–8 School—were designated California Purple Star Program schools by theCalifornia...
Read ArticleMonterey Military’s Daycare Dilemma
Like most families, access to affordable childcare is a priority for many military families. For those who relocate to the Monterey Peninsula, it can seem...
Read ArticleTime Apart: The Reality of Deployments on Military Families
How do you do it? Long-distance relationships must be so challenging! How are they doing without their dad? I could never do what you do—that...
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