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Under the Flags of Gratitude: Sherwood Montessori fosters thankfulness with a Festival of Gratitude
Sherwood Montessori is kicking off November with an autumn festival on November 3. From after school to sundown, students and their families will play carnival games, run relays, enjoy a […]
What I Thought I Knew vs. What I Know About Raising Adopted Kids
With consistent limitlessness, I love all my children the same, born to me and adopted by me. Then again, if I’m honest, that’s not totally true. I love my adopted […]
Shasta Clayworks – Renee Wendy Helps Families Turn ‘Mud’ Into Memories
Renee Wendy’s romance with pottery began with chemistry. “The Merrill Pottery Co-Op at UC Santa Cruz studio needed someone who could mix glazes,” she recalls, “and I’m a chemist, so […]
The Women’s Fund: Mobilizing Women in the Redding, CA Area Through Strategic Philanthropy
Hatched in 2009 during the depths of the nationwide financial crisis, The Women’s Fund of Redding probably should have failed. After all, how could a philanthropic organization take flight when […]
The Juggle is Real – Tips, Stories and Resources to Encourage Moms How to Start and Grow a Business
To be both a mother and a successful business owner is a dream of many women and a reality for a few. Is it possible to have a functional, loving […]
Managing Yourself in Time
One of my mentors, Bill Truby, taught me the following: “We don’t need to learn time management because we simply can’t manage time.” He said, “The reality is that there […]
In Motion Fitness Embarks on Chico’s Most Ambitious Mural Art Project Ever
In Motion Fitness, a high profile local fitness center in Chico, California, is midway through what will ultimately be the largest outdoor mural art project in Chico history. The larger-than-life […]
Fun Educational Websites You Won’t Want Your Kids to Miss: Websites That Take the Work Out of Learning
Limiting the time kids spend on the computer in this digital era can be a daunting task. But there are plenty of fun educational sites kids will love that make […]
Pediatrician Q&A with Dr. Zeke (Ezekiel Melquist, MD)
Q: As back-to-school time approaches, many parents dread the first month or so, as many kids get sick in those first few weeks. Why does that happen? A: Each child has […]
