Laurel Tennant began ballet at the age of six in her hometown of Paradise. From then on, Laurel lived and breathed ballet, eagerly coaching younger students as her skills matured […]
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Harvest Happenings 2024
Autumn is a wonderful time to celebrate the end of summer. All around the North State this month, families can enjoy special events and family farms with apple picking, pumpkin […]
North State Mamapreneurs 2024
Each year, North State Parent celebrates the entrepreneurial women of the North State who have integrated their own business or side hustle into the challenging and rewarding job of motherhood. […]
10 Ways to Help Your children When the World Seems Scary
It was a normal evening, full of dinner-making, homework and activity. My youngest sat at the table doing a math work sheet, my oldest was practicing her flute and my […]
The Paskenta Quilters: A Community Stitched Together by Shared Life
Every Tuesday morning the cars slowly roll up to the Paskenta Community Hall, someone props open the dining hall door and before long the empty space is filled with colorful […]
Listos: Vital Emergency Information for California Families
We’ve made it through the summer heat and wildfires. After what is turning out to be a lovely, mild fall, many in the North State will need to prepare to […]
Alpaca on the Rocks – Fun on the Farm for the Whole Family
Visiting a farm, petting and feeding the animals, is a fun treat for kids of all ages. But the friendly, soft, sweet-natured alpacas at Alpaca on the Rocks, in the […]
A Cuddly, Candy-Free Halloween Gift That Children Will Love
Before we know it, Halloween will be here to enchant children big and small. If you are looking for a candy-free Halloween gift for your children, consider giving an adorable, […]
Take the Fear out of Halloween with Nature Connections
Halloween is all what you make of it. On one hand, it can be about the frightening ghosts, vampires and skeletons, or you can choose to focus on connecting to […]
Halloween Tips for Families of Children with Diverse Abilities
Although Halloween can be a fun time for kids of all abilities, it often can be overwhelming for children with special needs. They may have trouble with the loud noises, […]
Be The Change – April Bennett
Approximately 14,000 K-12 students in California are deaf or hard of hearing. Unfortunately, the dispersion of these students throughout the state often means limited access to educational supports and resources. […]
Parent Infant Programs – Early Developmental Intervention for North State Families
Being a parent is a wonderful and life-changing experience. It can also be extremely stressful and demanding, especially if your child is experiencing developmental challenges. It is natural for all […]
Sensory Innovations: Empowering All Ages Through Play and Occupational Therapy
Sensory play, occupational therapy and physical therapy are essential for fostering critical skills such as motor development, cognitive function and social interaction. Sensory play can reduce stress, improve focus and […]
Shriners Children’s Northern California Offers Personalized Care for Complex Medical Conditions
For many children facing challenging and complicated medical conditions, hope exists in the form of Shriners Children’s Hospitals. This world-renowned health care system, with a rich history of philanthropy, has […]
