The May 2025 issue of Monterey Bay Parent focuses on Mother’s Day, graduation, and summer activities.
TO READ INDIVIDUAL ARTICLES:
- A GUIDE TO ANIMAL ADVENTURES AROUND THE MONTEREY BAY. From reading to dogs to wild animals, here are ten opportunities for kids to learn about animals. by Emily Alonso
- MONTEREY AND SANTA CRUZ BRUNCH RECOMMENDATIONS. If you’re looking for an awesome spot for Mother’s Day brunch, we have recommendations all across the area. by Jessica Thibault
- PICTURE PERFECT MOTHER’S DAY. After Mother’s Day brunch, celebrate mom with a beautiful family photo taken at one of our recommended locations.
- SERVE UP THE FUN: PICKLEBALL FOR FAMILIES. In the third installment on our series on outdoor activities for families, Dawn Alva shares how her family began their pickleball journey. by Dawn Alva
- SPLISH, SPLASH, AND SUN. As summer approaches, families are on the lookout for watery fun. here are beaches and swimming pools perfect for a day in the water.
- WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE CLASS OF 2025? Meet four outstanding local students who are ready for their bright future. by Kayla Myers
- YORK SCHOOL: WHERE LEARNING COMES TO LIVE. York School’s Experiential curriculum offers students an education that goes far beyond the walls of a traditional classroom (Partner Content). by Maia Thielen
THIS MONTH’S ADVERTISERS
- Animal Friends Rescue Project
- Anthem Christian School
- Camp Sea Lab
- Center for Reading Diagnosis and Instruction
- Central Coast Pediatric Dental Group
- City of Marina Recreation Department
- City of Morgan Hill
- City of Pacific Grove Recreation
- Chartwell School
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes
- Hearts & Hands Christian Childcare and Preschool
- Justin Russo Golf Academy
- Marlena Marika Photography
- Matt Velasquez, Realtor
- Matthew G. Miller DDS/Monterey Pediatric Dentistry
- MEarth Summer Camp
- Monterey Chiropractic Group
- Monterey Peninsula College Summer Camps
- Monterey Sports Center
- Monterey State Historic Park Association Camps
- Monterey Recreation
- Monterey Zoo
- Moonflower Dentistry
- Pac Rep Theatre
- Palma School
- Poptopia Balloons
- Rising Star Gymnastics
- Salinas School of Dance
- Salinas Valley Health
- Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School
- Santa Catalina School
- Serendipity Preschool
- Stanford Medicine Children’s Health
- Stevenson School
- The Dance Center
- Ventana Wilderness