Central California Parent Magazine

10/13/2025

Children spend from six to eight hours a day in school. While school has a significant influence upon them, a child’s after-school hours are as valuable as their in-school time. They continue to learn after the bell rings. On page 9 of the October issue, you'll find local programs to enrich your kids' lives!

10/10/2025

As leaves turn vibrant and the air turns crisp, fall offers endless opportunities for kids to explore, learn, and grow. While the school routine settles in, it’s also important to keep nurturing curiosity outside the classroom. Head to our website and check out 11 fall-inspired activities that combine learning with fun, helping kids stay engaged and excited all season long.

10/07/2025

Halloween is extra scary for kids with food allergies! What if you could make it so kids with food allergies can enjoy Halloween with their friends, including going door-to-door for treats? When you offer non-food treats, more children get to enjoy Halloween without fear!

Add your address to Food Allergy Research & Education's Teal Pumpkin Project Map, so kids looking for non-food treats can plan their routes. 🎃🩵

10/01/2025

🎼 Kids Music Day is this Friday! Keep Music Alive partners with music schools, stores, and other music organizations around the world to help focus attention on the importance of including music as part of children's education. events include student performances, instrument petting zoos, drum circles, instrument donation drives, free intro lessons, and more. Find an event near you! 🎶

The MILESTONE 10th Annual Kids Music Day is almost here with nearly 1,500 music schools, stores and organizations around the world offering a special event or promotion that benefits children playing music between Sept 26 - Oct 12. Find Kids Music Day activities in your community by entering your zip/postal code at www.KidsMusicDay.org .

A very special thanks to these celebrity Kids Music Day Ambassadors and family friendly brands for supporting our Keep Music Alive mission including Julie Andrews Jack Black Vanessa Williams Sarah McLachlan Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson of Heart Michael Feinstein Kenny Loggins Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo Todd Rundgren Richie Sambora Victor Wooten Damien Escobar Bernie Williams Mandy Harvey Neil Nayyar Patel - National Anthem Performer and Wyndham Hotels Royal Farms Independence Blue Cross Les Paul Foundation Casio Music Gear MusicNomad Equipment Care Remo Inc. Kala Brand Music Panyard Taylor Guitars Guitars and Ukes In The Classroom Spirit of Harmony Foundation Cheryl Teach Music Chord Board and Hungry for Music

10/01/2025

Fall is here, and our October issue is packed with all the cozy, colorful fun the season brings! 🍁 From fall-inspired activities that sneak in learning to our final Enrichment Directory of the year, this issue is all about sparking curiosity and creativity. Don’t miss our popular Halloween & Fall Happenings guide filled with pumpkin patches, trunk-or-treats, and festivals all over the Valley, plus tips for helping little ones build strong writing skills from the very beginning. And to top it all off—we’ve got FOUR exciting giveaways inside! 🎃

Pick up a free copy at your favorite distribution location or read the digital issue now on our website!

📸 Christina Baltazar Photography

09/30/2025

Founded by Ryan and Aimee in memory of their son Ethan, Ethan's Hope is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families with a baby in the NICU. Ethan’s Hope offers help with lodging, transportation, funeral expenses, baby clothes, essentials, and even daycare for siblings—lifting some of the burden during an incredibly trying time.

Families can reach out directly by calling (559) 907-9614 or (559) 906-5843.

09/26/2025

Explore Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks free of charge as the National Park Service celebrates . The entrance free day is tomorrow, September 27th!

09/25/2025

🎃 Win a Free Trip to Knott's Berry Farm!

On Thursdays–Sundays from September 25th–October 31st, the spooktacular family-friendly daytime Halloween event, , will invite families with little ghouls to celebrate the spooky season. Knott's Spooky Farm will offer little ones delightfully wicked Halloween-themed activities, live entertainment, and much more. 👻

Flip to page 13 of the September issue for entry details! Don't delay—deadline is this week on September 26th.