Sustainability can be a complicated concept for little ones to grasp-but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. In honor of Earth Day, this month we’re giving you five tips for teaching your kids how to live a sustainable lifestyle-after all, it’s their generation that will inherit […]
Durham Ferry’s NEW Summer Camp New camp alert! For years, children have explored the Durham Ferry Outdoor Education Center in Manteca on classroom field trips, offering an opportunity to get outdoors and explore the Delta’s ecosystem. This year marks the first time that SJCOE has […]
The Danish Parenting Concept Taking the Nation by Storm You’ve likely heard the term before even if the definition was unclear. That’s because hygge—a Danish word without a direct English translation—is a little hard to describe. But we’re going to try. Hygge (pronounced “hoo-ga”) means […]
At two years old my youngest niece stood on top of a high table and announced loudly, “I’m going to jump!” At the park, my son climbs on the outside of the high drawbridge instead of inside of it. I’ve seen other parents cringe in […]
It’s easy for a morning to get hectic. Between searching for lost tennis shoes, arguing about proper hygiene, and refereeing hallway quarrels, the rush to get off to school can leave parents feeling harried at best. I’m sure we’ve all once pushed a small human […]
Parenting in the age of social media comes with a set of challenges previous generations never had to deal with. Don’t have a social media faux pas-learn how to parent in the age of Snapchat and Instagram with advice from local expert Robert Torres, chief […]
For many foodies in San Joaquin County, spring means one thing: asparagus. And the best way to celebrate this fantastic green veggie is by heading to the Asparagus Festival in Stockton! On April 12, 13, and 14, locals can gather up friends and family and […]
Four Family Friendly Stand-Up Comedians Stand up comedians are having a moment, especially on streaming sites such as Netflix and YouTube. However, there’s no question that many of the stand-up specials featured are a bit too crass for kids to watch. But who doesn’t love […]
Celebrate Earth Day the crafty way: teach your child about the importance of preserving the earth while making this fun paper mache version of the globe. Here’s how: What You’ll Need: Round Balloon Newspaper Paper mache paste Acrylic Pain Paintbrush Steps: Blow up your balloon. […]
Pizza: whether you love it hot and fresh or as a chilled leftover, with a thin crust or thick crust, or with no toppings or all the toppings, it’s a dish that’s beloved almost universally. And the best part? It’s so varied that there is […]
Original Recipes by the Fine Foodie Philanthropist There is something majestic about spring! Maybe it’s the first blooms that brighten your day or the longer days that afford the opportunity to opt outside later into the evenings. But to me, the BEST sign of spring […]
We ask you this: what’s more American than chicken and waffles? This match made in culinary heaven features all the crunch and savory flavor of fried chicken, elevated by the sweetness of a syrup-soaked waffle. And, as everybody in San Joaquin knows, nobody does this […]
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