November in San Diego County brings great go-outside-and-play weather. Encourage your child to enjoy a fall day with an outdoor activity: a scavenger hunt. Even though Mother Nature is preparing for winter, there are plenty of interesting things to search […]
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Newsletter September – October 2017: October is All About Kids in San Diego
The San Diego Tourism Authority extends an invitation to all little explorers to enjoy Kids Free San Diego this October. During the month-long celebration, your little ones will be treated with free admission to attractions, meals on the house, and […]
Newsletter September – October 2017: Fall Crafts for Kids
Leaf Man, by Lois Ehlert, is a story about a man made of leaves travelling where ever the wind blows. The book is full of illustrations made from actual leaves, which will inspire you and your child to make leaf […]
Newsletter September – October 2017: Community Events
Olivewood Garden and Learning Center’s Day of Play On Saturday, July 15, Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center hosted a fun, family-friendly Day of Play festival in National City. This free community event offered hands-on gardening, healthy foods and nutrition activities, […]
Newsletter September – October 2017: Books: Your Secret Weapon
We all know reading to our child is a good thing, but do you know the advantages your child is receiving by being exposed to reading? Below are some the benefits of reading to your child at the earliest stages […]
Newsletter July – August 2017: Teddy Bears’ Picnic Day is July 10
Teddy Bears’ Picnic Day is July 10 Did you know that President Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt helped create one of America’s most beloved toys? The president inspired Morris Michtom, a New York candy shop owner, to name his wife’s handmade toy […]
Newsletter July – August 2017: National Smile Week
National Smile Week The second week in August is National Smile Week. Make the most of it by taking time to focus on oral health and have fun with your little one’s smile at the same time. A healthy mouth, […]
Newsletter July – August 2017: National Friendship Day is August 6
National Friendship Day is August 6 What could be better than a day dedicated to friends and friendship? In 1935, the U.S. Congress thought so and declared the first Sunday of August as Friendship Day. Observance of this special day […]
Newsletter July – August 2017: July is National Blueberry Month
July is National Blueberry Month Celebrate with the Fun, Kid-friendly Treats In July, we traditionally celebrate the birth of our nation. But July also marks the unofficial birthday of an all-American fruit: the blueberry. One of the first truly American […]
Newsletter July – August 2017: Community Events
Community Events 9th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference May 30-June 2 First 5 was proud to sponsor and host a booth at the 9th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference. Presented by California Department of Public Health, California Department of Education, Nutrition Policy […]