The visionary public school leader discusses the challenges facing OC schools and the standout programs shaping their future The new school year is always an exciting time and we can always expect plenty of changes. To help walk us through it all, we posed some important questions to County Superintendent of Schools Al Mijares, Ph.D., […]
Upcoming Events
Learn & Grow Expo is a FREE EVENT where families can find over 60 exhibitors focusing on all aspects of healthy living—experts offering the tools and wisdom parents need to know to help them raise boys and girls with strong minds and bodies. There will be free health screenings, nutrition and fitness demonstrations, and lots […]
Organizations and Groups for Dads
From support groups to fun meetups, Orange County offers a variety of organizations and groups that are specifically for fathers. Boot Camp for New Dads Santa Ana | granolababies.com/products/boot-camp-for-new-dads Newborns might not come with a manual for new dads, but Granola Babies is offering the next best thing. It hosts three-hour workshops that give dads-to-be […]
Locks of Love
When teacher Heather Lopez decided to cut 12 inches of her hair to donate to Locks of Love, a company that creates wigs for children suffering the effects of chemo, she decided to take her act of generosity one step further. After connecting with her principal at Fairmont School in Anaheim Hills, she rallied students […]
OC Eco-Heroes
From recycling to redefining green-clean, protecting the environment is more than a passion for these eco-heroes. Bo Glover Forefront on Bo’s mind as he jumped into his VW Bug and headed west to California was making sure the car would survive the nearly 3,000-mile trek from Pennsylvania to Newport Beach without breaking down. After several […]
Taylor Makes a Wish
As one young girl bravely faces her fight with cancer, a whole community joined Make-A-Wish to make her day. When Taylor walks in a room, people can’t help but be drawn to her impish grin and the unmistakable sparkle in her eye. The fact that this brave little girl chose for her Make-A-Wish experience to “become […]
Hero Dads
Five Fathers Making a Big Difference in Orange County and Beyond Great fathers make a huge difference in their children’s lives. The five fathers profiled here not only affect their children’s lives, but benefit the community at large with their remarkable charitable efforts. Two of these men are famous athletes, familiar to many here and […]
The Best Cities for Families in Orange County
Soka University and the surrounding community of Aliso Viejo, with Saddleback Peak in the distance. Family-friendly Aliso Viejo combines lower-than-average home prices with top schools and an idyllic setting. Photo by Elena Northroup We think Orange County is a terrific place to raise children, but let’s face it: some of Orange County’s 33 cities are […]
Share That You Care Day
The passing of beloved comedian and actor Robin Williams left the nation in shock. Many began to question how someone who appeared so lighthearted could have been battling such a dark illness. The overwhelming response to his death highlighted how many people loved and cared about the actor. For many, his films brought a joy […]
Wishes Really Do Come True
Taking strides for children’s lives. We all wish upon stars hoping our dreams come true some day. However, for a special group of children with life-threatening medical conditions, dreams are coming true, thanks to a dedicated group of teens, friends, families and a caring community. Currently, over $200,000 has been raised to grant these kids […]