Free holiday movies
Five movie theaters are showing a free holiday movie all day long on Wednesday, Dec. 18.… Read More »
8 ways to get through the holiday blues
If you find more reasons to dread the holidays than to celebrate them, you’re not alone. But you don’t have to suffer, either. Here are a few tips on how to get through this month, and maybe even find a reason or two to smile.… Read More »
Stocking stuffers for pre-teens and teens
In our house, stockings are just as exciting as the bigger gifts – even in the teenage years. But what the kids don’t realize is that I struggle with what to fill them with every year! So this year I enlisted the help of a few Facebook friends, and together we came up with this list of items that teens and tweens might love.… Read More »
Un-spooky fun for little ones
The ghosts and monsters come out to play when Halloween draws near. But the littlest goblins are too afraid to uncover their eyes when things get a bit too creepy. Here are a few un-spooky, family-friendly events happening this week.… Read More »
Even pretend weapons can be dangerous
A 13-year-old boy shot and killed after being spotted with a replica gun is a tragic lesson for all parents and teens.… Read More »
Choosing to trust my teenager
Trust. It’s a hard word to swallow when your daughter is 15. … Read More »
6 ways to help your struggling middle schooler
Jr. High is hard for kids who have just left elementary. Here are a few ways you can help to make it a little easier.… Read More »
Santa Rosa ranks in the Top Ten of what?
It seems our little town of Santa Rosa has caught the attention of the nation, ranking even higher than San Francisco on a survey about raising kids..and it’s not good news. … Read More »
What to expect at this season’s Just Between Friends sale
The annual shopping event for young families takes place Sept. 6-8.… Read More »
Monitoring the online activity of your child
Should parents hack into the online accounts of their kids? Or does this violate the privacy and trust of their child?… Read More »