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Get ready for a Thanksgiving to remember! From fun‐filled turkey trots to cozy story times and even a harbor brunch, our...
11/18/2025

Get ready for a Thanksgiving to remember! From fun‐filled turkey trots to cozy story times and even a harbor brunch, our latest guide covers the best family-friendly ways to celebrate the holiday in L.A.
Check it out: [link in bio and below]:

laparent.com/2025-thanksgiving-in-los-angeles


Another full weekend! Scroll through for some ideas. 💙💙💙
11/14/2025

Another full weekend! Scroll through for some ideas. 💙💙💙

Join Omega Sci-Fi Project for an out-of-this-world evening benefitting the sci-fi writers of the future! Omega Sci-Fi Pr...
11/13/2025

Join Omega Sci-Fi Project for an out-of-this-world evening benefitting the sci-fi writers of the future!

Omega Sci-Fi Project uplifts students’ voices at a time when creative expression is under attack. In celebration of 10 years of Omega Sci-Fi Project, this event brings supporters, students, teachers and celebrity guests together to ensure that L.A.’s only free high school sci-fi writing program will live on for decades to come.

Omega Sci-Fi Project has taught thousands of teens to love writing and think big about our future, examining important social and environmental justice issues through the lens of sci-fi. And L.A. Parent is a proud co-sponsor of this amazing project. We publish students’ stories in our magazine and on laparent.com. Together, we can continue to empower high school students to imagine a better tomorrow—a cause that’s bigger than the cosmos.

Join us for a spectacular night of curated sci-fi readings by celebrity guests. All benefit proceeds will support Omega Sci-Fi Project’s mission of teaching young writers across Los Angeles the power of sci-fi. With an additional donation, you can witness this transformative impact firsthand by sponsoring a front-row seat for a student or educator.

DATE: Nov. 16
TIME: 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: South Pasadena Library Community Room
A selection of complimentary food and beverages will be provided. All are welcome!

Link to this L.A. Parent story for more or visit .

laparent.com/hopepunk-how-we-rise-omega-sci-fi-light-bringer-project-2025









Today is , and we’re spotlighting a movement that proves kindness really is free.Through the Kindness is Free program, ...
11/13/2025

Today is , and we’re spotlighting a movement that proves kindness really is free.

Through the Kindness is Free program, the Boys & Girls Clubs of West San Gabriel Valley are empowering kids to stand up to bullying, spread compassion and build stronger communities.

“This initiative began amidst a global pandemic, in a time that felt very dark, and it has blossomed into something truly inspiring, far beyond what we ever thought possible.” — Lori Milgard, founder of Kindness is Free

Read ’s full story to see how this L.A.-born program has inspired hundreds of clubs and thousands of young people nationwide.

🔗 Link in bio: laparent.com/kindness-is-free-boys-girls-clubs-anti-bullying-program-makes-an-impact

Big news! We’re thrilled to announce that L.A. Parent has won 10 national awards at the 2025 Parenting Media Association...
11/10/2025

Big news! We’re thrilled to announce that L.A. Parent has won 10 national awards at the 2025 Parenting Media Association (PMA) Awards — that’s 6 Gold + 4 Silver! 🎉

From mentoring freelancers and interns to finding better ways to engage families and exploring the responsible use of AI in media, this weekend's PMA conference in Chicago was full of inspiration and innovation.

The awards are judged by faculty at one of the world’s most prestigious journalism schools, the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism. Here’s a peek at one judge’s comments: “Reading this publication feels like having a conversation with a loved one. Nearly every aspect of the parenting journey is represented…with honesty and insights… Altogether, the masterful writing style succeeds in helping readers find effective ways to elevate their family relationships.”

Thank you, judges!

A special shoutout to the award-winning editors, writers and designers whose creativity and dedication made this possible. Thank you to all our readers and families for being part of our story.

Check out the full story at laparent.com/2025-parenting-media-association-pma-awards-conference/ (LINK IN BIO)

Pictured: Creative Director Elena Epstein, Editor in Chief Cassandra Lane and Publisher Ron Epstein.

So many fun events happening this weekend! From the grand opening of ⛸️ and Winter Frolic ❄️ to a full Sunday at the t...
11/06/2025

So many fun events happening this weekend! From the grand opening of ⛸️ and Winter Frolic ❄️ to a full Sunday at the theater with , and 🎭

Which events will you be checking out?

11/06/2025

This season, makes its dazzling debut, packing a roughly 10 acre area of space with a larger-than-life light sculptures adventure, ice skating trail, snow slides, & more! Tickets are on sale now.

✨ Shout-out to the middles—the connectors, the steady hands, the quietly remarkable ones 🪄Today we’re spotlighting the m...
11/04/2025

✨ Shout-out to the middles—the connectors, the steady hands, the quietly remarkable ones 🪄
Today we’re spotlighting the magic of middle children, inspired by Lori Orlinsky, author of the children’s book “Being Middle.” Lori wrote an insightful article, “Why Middle Children Deserve the Spotlight: Finding the Magic in the Middle,” for L.A. Parent. (Link in bio and below)

📌 Here’s what stuck with us:

Middle children often feel like they’re in between — neither the “first” nor the “baby” of the family.
But that “in between” space? It’s a superpower. Empathetic. Adaptable. Independent.
As parents and allies, the article reminds us we can shift the narrative: • Listen deeply. • Carve out one-on-one time. • Celebrate their unique wins.
So today: If you’re a middle child, you’re seen. If you’re raising one, you’ve got the tools. If you’ve got a sibling in that sweet spot, send them love, affirm their place.

💬 Tell us:
What’s one thing you or your middle child does that makes them shine uniquely? Drop it in the comments below 👇

Story: laparent.com/why-middle-children-deserve-the-spotlight/

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Remember the day you came home from the hospital with your first child? Do you remember holding your baby and feeling this incredible sense of love and joy, but also a touch of sheer panic?

We know! We’ve been there. At L.A. Parent, we’re living it day by day-- just like you. We drive carpools, attend parent/teacher conferences, plan birthday parties, stress about the right schools and camps, and wonder if we are doing enough — or too much?

Being a parent is most definitely the most challenging job, but it is also the most fun and rewarding job we could possibly imagine. At L.A. Parent, we truly feel honored to share this incredible journey with our 170,000 readers, visitors and followers each month.

Our mission is simple: We want to bring our families the best parenting resources in Los Angeles. And we never forget about fun! Our extensive calendar of events is the go-to source of information for fun things to do with your kids each month. We provide you the most in depth list of things to do in L.A. with kids.