Over the last decade of working with children in school gardens I have learned that when children are involved in the process of growing food, they will eat just about […]
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Be the Change: Lori Gaines – Advocating For Students And Parents Through Special Education
Sam was in fifth grade when she entered Lori Gaines’ classroom, glowing with what Lori calls an “unshakable positive spirit.” Lori had taught students of all shapes, sizes and specialties […]
For the Love of Singing: Through the Musical Door
What’s a team activity that doesn’t occur on a court or field? Singing. Mt. Shasta Elementary School’s music program and the Children’s Choir of Chico, though two very different arenas, […]
Building Community Enriches Lives
Generations ago, before television and cell phones, building a strong community was a way of life. Homes were built with porches where residents could lounge and spend time catching up […]
Shopping With Purpose: Little Red Hen Makes a Big Difference
For nearly 16 years Little Red Hen has served the North State community’s developmentally disabled residents. Originally started with one plant nursery, the non-profit organization has expanded over the years […]
Love Your Home From the Outside In With a Little Feng Shui
What makes your house or apartment a home to you? Is it the furniture, the items on the shelves that you have collected for years, or the people you share […]
Localicous: Glorious Greens Year Round!
In recent years, the value of adding nutrient-rich greens to our diet has caught the attention of consumers, resulting in an explosion of available options. Not so long ago, the […]
Plates for People – and the Planet
Mount Shasta’s Cheryl Boerger is saving the planet, one plate at a time. As a community service, she provides reusable plates, cutlery and glasses for various events, fundraisers and meetings […]
Be the Change – Steve Naiman on Building A Healthy, Connected Community
When Steve Naiman founded the Growing Healthy Children Walk & Run (GHC), he had a mission: Bring the community together for a day of fun by promoting an active lifestyle […]
Technology With A Purpose: Teaching Kids How To Use Technology To Improve Our World
The term “technology” today often implies the constantly advancing devices at our fingertips: smartphones, laptops, smartwatches and tablets. For those who don’t keep up, technology can be a frightening phenomenon. […]
Localicious: Delectable Dairy Alternatives
These days, more and more people are searching for alternatives to dairy products. As dairy-free options become more popular, they are also getting easier to find. Whether prompted by a […]
Motivating Mouths: Help Create A Strong Relationship Between Your Child and Brushing
“Did you remember to brush your teeth?” I said to my then 7-year-old son. “Yes mom. You can check, even my toothbrush is wet,” he said, smiling with a grin […]
Reflexology and Self-Care
It can be very relaxing to have your hands and feet pampered, no matter what your age. We don’t really think about how hard our extremities work for us every […]
