Family Time
Wings of Eagles Family Fun Day
Two by Two Ranch & Petting Zoo and Funny Faces have sponsored the annual “Wings of Eagles Family Fun Day” since 2008. We were inspired to create this event when a friend’s 5-year-old son was diagnosed with leukemia. We wanted…
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Doctor Doolittle Jr.
Imagine if we could talk to animals! This September, Chico Performances and Blue Room Young Company are bringing the one person who can (and that would be Dr. Dolittle, of course!) to the Laxson Auditorium stage, in the wacky and…
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Calling All Superheroes!
Superheroes will not be leaping over tall buildings, but they will be out in the open, running for a good cause and having fun in the process. You can see them in their Superhero regalia at the Superhero Fun Run…
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Beyond the Casserole: 8 New Ways to Provide a Meal
by Sarah Lyons Each time we added another child to our family and friends brought meals to our home to help with the transition. Adding a new baby to the family can temporarily turn the house upside down and having…
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A Day for Dad: Make This Father’s Day One to Remember
By Kimberly Blaker It doesn’t matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was. — Anne Sexton Fathers play a significant part in children’s lives. They influence children’s self-esteem and school performance, are important role models, and…
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Top 5 Things Every Parent Should Know About Estate Planning
By Nicole Plottel Estate Planning can be confusing and intimidating, but it does not have to be. Here are five things all young families should know: 1. Estate planning is not only for the wealthy or the elderly. Estate plans…
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An Out of this World Waiting Room
By Emily Hajec Photos By Emily Hajec Photography When you think of your child’s dental office, what comes to mind? Perhaps the first thing you might envision is the waiting area. It is, after all, a very important element of…
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From The Ground Up
Let me just start by saying that gardening and nutritional education saved my life. I was 270 pounds on 15 medications. I‘ve survived 7 heart attacks and 2 strokes. I’m now 140 and take 1 medication. I realized that I…
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Bricks Under Foot
Show me a parent who hasn’t been frustrated with an out of control Lego® brick storage system. At some point it’s inevitable. The bricks are usually dumped into bins but many times spread out and underfoot. Ouch! As the co-owner…
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