When you think of gymnastics, maybe Olympians like Simone Biles, or for those of us from another generation, Cathy Rigby, come to mind – extraordinary young athletes that take gymnastics […]
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Keeping Kids Safe This Summer, with Dr. Nate Parker
School’s out and summer provides new opportunities for both adventure and danger. That’s why we’ve reached out to Dr. Nate Parker, medical director of Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta’s emergency […]
Happy Glamping
Turn the lantern light low and tuck the children in for the night. Snuggle under layers of soft, warm bed linens and let the gentle sighing of the big […]
How One Local Dad Is Advocating for Inclusion in the North State and Beyond
When Anderson resident Jordan Heberlein learned his daughter Brooklynn would be born with Down syndrome, he had no idea how deeply it would transform his life, not only as a […]
Tara Ellis: Helping People Find Their True Home
For Tara Ellis, “home” has never been just a structure. “It’s a feeling, a foundation and a place of belonging.” Tara shares. “A home is where you connect with your […]
The Miracle of Major’s Place
With its thousands of acres of scenic open lands and the generous spirit of its residents, the North State is home to several equine-assisted therapy nonprofits offering solace and comfort […]
LEARN ABOUT & CELEBRATE JUNETEENTH AS A FAMILY
The holiday popped up on the calendar almost as suddenly as my children asked what it was. I had that mom moment when I realized I had two choices: I […]
Be the Change: Sensei Bernie Kelly
Bernie Kelly didn’t know he liked teaching, but he did know he liked karate. So when, in his 20s, his karate teacher Pat Haley offered him free karate lessons in […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day Your Way
That one day a year set aside to honor moms seems simple enough, but it can get complicated. Some moms look forward to whatever surprises the family may plan. Other […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day by Letting Go of Motherhood Myths
Motherhood is full of beautiful, messy, unforgettable moments. But along the way, many moms pick up beliefs—myths, really—that make their journey harder than it needs to be. This Mother’s Day, […]
From Garden Parties to Summer Reading Programs, Siskiyou County Library Keeps Kids on the Literacy Path During the School Break
Research spanning 100 years has proven that students lose ground academically when they are out of school for the summer, according to Attendance Works, an organization dedicated to improving school […]
How Wildflower Open Classroom Forest School Is Transforming Free Public Education In California
Education is evolving and at Wildflower Open Classroom, a free public TK-8 charter school in Chico, the latest addition to its innovative curriculum embraces one of the most time-honored classrooms—nature […]
Supporting Kids with Invisible Disabilities
This month is Mental Health Awareness Month and it’s the perfect time to gain a better understanding of invisible disabilities and how to best support the children who live with […]
