As they say, April showers bring May flowers – or will they? We all share concern as the warmer climate comes our way. Have we had enough rainfall to hold us? […]
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Since I was five years old, I have believed in community. In those very early years, I organized a pony club and an animal effort to end cruelty to pets […]
Happy Lunar New Year 2026 the Year of the Horse
The Year of the Horse in the Chinese Zodiac begins Feb. 17, 2026, and this year is the year of the Fire Horse, bringing energy, freedom and transformation until Feb. […]
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Happy Lunar New Year! As we ease into 2026, many of us are considering how best to be happy and healthy this year. Simple strategies like getting out for a […]
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Dear Readers, Thank you for picking up a copy of North State Parent magazine. There is certainly a bit of magic that surrounds us as we put together this magazine […]
Harvest Happenings 2025
Harvest Happenings 2025 Autumn is a wonderful time to celebrate the end of summer. All around the North State this month, families can enjoy fall season events and family farms […]
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Dear Readers, This month is North State Parent Magazine’s Anniversary month! When I started the magazine, there were very few other publications around and none that circulated widely and were […]
North State Parent magazine’s comprehensive Family Resource Guide
Dear Readers, North State Parent magazine’s comprehensive Family Resource Guide is the premier source for everything and anything of interest to parents, families, educators and others who care about children […]
Your Local United Way: United Way of Northern California
You may have heard the name — United Way of Northern California (UWNC). Maybe you’ve seen them at a community event or heard stories about lives transformed through their South […]
Seven Budget Friendly Backyard Activities for Summer
“Mom, I’m bored!” Those three words strung together can trigger waves of anxiety in any parent, especially during the summer months when a child’s daily schedule is wide open while […]
