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 […]
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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 […]
Butte Environmental Council Offers R.A.R.E. Opportunity
Butte Environmental Council (BEC) is a nonprofit based in Chico, CA whose mission is to protect and defend the land, air and water of Butte County and the surrounding area […]
How to Prepare Your Family for a Weather Emergency
We are living in a time of record-breaking temperatures and extreme weather events causing havoc, such as floods, hurricanes and other storms, tornadoes and wildfires. Coming face to face with […]
Emergitek: First Responder Family Helps Others Respond Quickly and Skillfully
Being a first responder is synonymous with being “on the go” and if you add taking care of your family into the mix, the word “busy” takes on another meaning […]
Teaching Our Children to Care for the Earth
“We are born with a connection to nature,” says Tim Corcoran in his book The Earth Caretaker Way. “But as we grow, we may lose conscious touch with that […]
