Health & Wellness

The Dangers of Measles and the Importance of Vaccination for Monterey County Children

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection with severe health consequences, especially for young children. While it was once considered eradicated in the United States...

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Happy & Healthy at Camp

Preparing your camper for common health issues Summer camp is an exciting adventure for children, filled with outdoor fun, new friendships, and valuable learning experiences....

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Mental Health is a Family Affair

Helping our children develop coping skills teaches them to manage stress and anxiety in a healthy and productive way.

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Five Ways To Help Your Child Develop Healthy Oral Habits

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and whether you’re a new parent or a veteran, getting your child to embrace their inner dental hygienist each day can be a challenge.

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When to Ask If It’s ADHD

Becoming a parent is such a strange and rewarding journey. There are some things that I feel prepared for and many other things that happen...

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Coping Strategies for Holiday Meltdowns

Any honest parent will share that among the magic of holiday moments and favorite traditions come dysregulated feelings, big emotions, and exhausted children. December and...

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Home & Garden

Five Fall Comfort Foods

It’s here: a glorious season of some of my favorite foods! As a parent, I’ve never been hungrier, so lean into some delicious autumn eats...

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Growing, Preparing, Cooking, and Tasting With Kids

I started with sprout experiments and a vivid apple taste test comparing varieties in school (Golden Delicious was my favorite). I grew up to support...

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Kid-Friendly Summer Snack Ideas

Creating yummy and creative snack ideas for your kid to enjoy does not have to be difficult this summer. With hotter temperatures and constantly being...

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Yard to Table: Gardening With Children

Gardening with kids is a learning opportunity for the entire family. Here are some tips to get you started.

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Healthy, Delicious, and Abundant: It’s Time for Strawberries

It’s no surprise then that strawberries are readily available throughout Monterey County and Santa Cruz County. Whether you buy yours at a grocery store, farm stand, or pick your own, there are plenty of great reasons to enjoy LOTS of them!

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30 ways to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle

Check out these 30 ideas for easy ways that everyone from preschoolers to teenagers can reduce, reuse, and recycle this Earth Day.

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Local News

68th Annual Cutting Day and Horticulture Faire in Monterey

The City of Monterey’s Parks and Recreation Department will host the 68th Annual Cutting Day and Horticulture Fair, Saturday, March 15, from 9:00 a.m. to...

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Monterey County Libraries: Five Things To Do This Month

Happy March! Spring is in the air, and it may be a great time to visit your library for gardening books and more… In March...

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The Western Flyer is Setting Sail From Monterey

Eighty-five years ago, the Western Flyer set sail for the Gulf of California with what the Monterey Peninsula Herald described as “perhaps the strangest crew ever signed aboard a...

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Our Top March Events for Monterey Families

Here are nine fun events your family might enjoy during March 2025 through Monterey County. MARCH 6-9 13TH ANNUAL WATSONVILLE FILM FESTIVAL The Watsonville Film...

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Monterey Recreation Summer Camps: A Summer of Fun and Learning

PARTNER CONTENT Summer is a time for adventure, exploration, and unforgettable memories, and the City of Monterey’s Parks and Recreation Department offers an array of...

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Monterey County Camp Information

As the premier print and digital resource for families in Monterey County, Monterey Bay Parent is your go-to destination for comprehensive and up-to-date summer camp...

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Happy & Healthy at Camp

Sun, Fun, and Leadership: Why being a Camp Counselor Is Perfect For Teens

The Importance of Modeling Reading for Your Children

MPUSD Hosts Second Annual Upcycled Prom Closet

Mental Health is a Family Affair

Prom Dress Donation drive

Dads Read

Dads Read: Island Drum Edition

Family Bilingual Storytime at PGPL

Family Game Fest

Ms. Kitty’s Story Lorry

Neighborhood Nature Journaling

Carmel Art Walk

13th Annual Watsonville Film Festival

Downtown Antique Fair

The Dangers of Measles and the Importance of Vaccination for Monterey County Children

Happy & Healthy at Camp

Mental Health is a Family Affair

Five Ways To Help Your Child Develop Healthy Oral Habits

When to Ask If It’s ADHD

Coping Strategies for Holiday Meltdowns

Five Fall Comfort Foods

Growing, Preparing, Cooking, and Tasting With Kids

Kid-Friendly Summer Snack Ideas

Yard to Table: Gardening With Children

Healthy, Delicious, and Abundant: It’s Time for Strawberries

30 ways to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle

68th Annual Cutting Day and Horticulture Faire in Monterey

Monterey County Libraries: Five Things To Do This Month

The Western Flyer is Setting Sail From Monterey

Our Top March Events for Monterey Families

Monterey Recreation Summer Camps: A Summer of Fun and Learning

Monterey County Camp Information

Sun, Fun, and Leadership: Why being a Camp Counselor Is Perfect For Teens

The Importance of Modeling Reading for Your Children

The Tucking In

Pledges for the New Year

Winter Coat Negotiations

A Holiday Gift Wish List for Grandparents

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