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.
When school ends, the Redwood Empire Food Bank steps in to feed kids in low-income families.
Two local moms develop a vital iPhone app fro busy parents, plus fun things to do in the community this weekend.
Beekeeping tours, a bike rodeo, and a classic car show you won't want to miss. This weekend is filled with fun family events!
A Day on the River, breaking ground with the Children's Museum, a festival of Japanese arts and culture... There's a lot to do this weekend!
There are still some campgrounds that accept last-minute reservations, and you won’t even have to travel far to get there. Here are a few that are practically in your own backyard.
Places to camp, fun things to do during the summertime, and family events happening this weekend.
A day camp filled with outdoor activities, wildlife discovery, easy hiking, nature journaling, and hands-on science activity.
This weekend is jam packed with fun things to do - so there's no excuse to stay inside! Check out events between May 17-19, 2013.
Coddingtown Mall and Santa Rosa Plaza both present an evening of shopping, beauty treatments, pampering, and more - just for moms.
There’s an old African proverb that states “It takes a village to raise a child”, and these days that proverb has never been more true. Whether we’re related by blood or by intention, families come in all forms, and are only defined by the bonds of love.
Crissi Langwell is the voice of the Village, which she started in 2012. Crissi is a the mother of three kids, ages 18-24, and tells stories of her blended family and other stories related to families and parenting. She is also a Petaluma author of 11 books. You can find out more about her novels at crissilangwell.com.
The Village is also home to other voices, as well, including Stephanie Ansley (a new mom facing the joys of first-time parenthood), as well as Paul Gullixson (a parent and coach of a team of 12-year-olds) and Meg McConahey (a mom with enough experience to have some good laughs about the whole thing).
We welcome all kinds of voices, and you may see some additional viewpoints from other Press Democrat writers and local contributors. Because it truly does take a village.
