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Mobile Farmers Market Launches in Los Angeles with Fresh Local Food

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Best Easter Gifts for Kids 2026: Toys Crafts and Basket Ideas

New Jewish After School Program Opens in West Los Angeles

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See which Los Angeles area schools made the 2026 California Distinguished Schools list and what the recognition means.

408 California Schools Named Distinguished Schools for 2026

L.A. Times Festival of Books 2026: Family Guide to Kid-Friendly Events

Daily routines like homework time, meals and bedtime help children feel secure and confident.

Discover how daily routines and structure support kids’ emotional growth, confidence and success at home and in school.

Why Routines Matter for Kids: How Structure Helps Children Thrive

Things to Do in Buena Park with Kids This Summer

Barbara Lawson poses inside her Meet Me in the Dirt shop in Manhattan Beach.

Explore the benefits of gardening for kids, from mental health and emotional growth to hands-on learning at home and school.

How Gardening Helps Kids Build Confidence, Reduce Stress and Grow

Temple Isaiah launches a new after school program combining childcare, transportation and Jewish learning for L.A. families.

New Jewish After School Program Opens in West Los Angeles

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Author and pastry chef Michelle Christensen in a floral jumpsuit, with an inset photo of her freshly baked lemon scones.

Local chef Michelle Christensen blends baking and storytelling with her new novel — plus an easy lemon scones recipe perfect for family kitchens.

Santa Monica Pastry Chef Shares Lemon Scones Recipe and Debut Novel

How a neighborhood connection and a family recipe led to the creation of Pecan Amor, a small-batch pecan business made with love.

Pecan Amor: A Local Flavor Story Rooted in Community

Make a simple, family-friendly Italian pasta with veggie tomato sauce using this easy recipe from L.A.’s Pasta Sisters.

Easy Weeknight Veggie Tomato Pasta Recipe from Pasta Sisters

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For over 65 years, Villa Esperanza Services has provided education, therapy and support programs for children and adults with special needs in L.A.

Villa Esperanza Services Supports Special Needs Families in Los Angeles

Explore the benefits of gardening for kids, from mental health and emotional growth to hands-on learning at home and school.

How Gardening Helps Kids Build Confidence, Reduce Stress and Grow

The author and her husband pose before a background of Catalina Island.

From a chance meeting in London to a family trip to Catalina Island, one couple reflects on love, travel and the meaning of care.

A Catalina Island Family Getaway and the Love Story That Started It All

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From a chance meeting in London to a family trip to Catalina Island, one couple reflects on love, travel and the meaning of care.

A Catalina Island Family Getaway and the Love Story That Started It All

Colorful Krewe of Bacchus Mardi Gras float at night, glowing with purple, green and gold lights as costumed riders throw beads to a packed New Orleans street.

The Los Angeles actor and comedian will lead the Krewe of Bacchus parade in New Orleans during one of Mardi Gras’ most celebrated traditions.

Patrick Warburton Named King Bacchus for Mardi Gras

Saltwater lagoon pools and palm trees at Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa on Kauai’s sunny South Shore at sunset.

Explore Kauai’s North Shore, South Shore and East Side to find the best place to stay based on your travel style and family needs.

Where to Stay in Kauai: Best Areas for Families and First-Time Visitors

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Prosperity Market brings a mobile farmers market to Los Angeles, offering fresh produce, Black-owned brands and family-friendly events.

Mobile Farmers Market Launches in Los Angeles with Fresh Local Food

Discover how daily routines and structure support kids’ emotional growth, confidence and success at home and in school.

Why Routines Matter for Kids: How Structure Helps Children Thrive

Child with seasonal allergies rubbing itchy eyes and nose outdoors during spring allergy season

An L.A. optometrist shares how to spot eye allergies in kids, prevent irritation and find relief during allergy season.

Kids and Eye Allergies in Los Angeles: What Parents Need to Know

Explore the benefits of gardening for kids, from mental health and emotional growth to hands-on learning at home and school.

How Gardening Helps Kids Build Confidence, Reduce Stress and Grow

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Find the best Easter gifts for kids in 2026, including toys, crafts and fun basket ideas parents will love.

408 California Schools Named Distinguished Schools for 2026

New Jewish After School Program Opens in West Los Angeles

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408 California Schools Named Distinguished Schools for 2026

L.A. Times Festival of Books 2026: Family Guide to Kid-Friendly Events

Why Routines Matter for Kids: How Structure Helps Children Thrive

Things to Do in Buena Park with Kids This Summer

How Gardening Helps Kids Build Confidence, Reduce Stress and Grow

New Jewish After School Program Opens in West Los Angeles

408 California Schools Named 2026 Distinguished Schools

Santa Monica Pastry Chef Shares Lemon Scones Recipe and Debut Novel

Pecan Amor: A Local Flavor Story Rooted in Community

Easy Weeknight Veggie Tomato Pasta Recipe from Pasta Sisters

Weeknight Veggie Tomato Sauce & Pasta

Villa Esperanza Services Supports Special Needs Families in Los Angeles

How Gardening Helps Kids Build Confidence, Reduce Stress and Grow

A Catalina Island Family Getaway and the Love Story That Started It All

Sleep Advice for Neurodivergent Kids

A Catalina Island Family Getaway and the Love Story That Started It All

Patrick Warburton Named King Bacchus for Mardi Gras

Where to Stay in Kauai: Best Areas for Families and First-Time Visitors

1 Island, 3 Vibes: Exploring Kauai’s Distinct Regions

Mobile Farmers Market Launches in Los Angeles with Fresh Local Food

Why Routines Matter for Kids: How Structure Helps Children Thrive

Kids and Eye Allergies in Los Angeles: What Parents Need to Know

How Gardening Helps Kids Build Confidence, Reduce Stress and Grow

Best Easter Gifts for Kids 2026: Toys Crafts and Basket Ideas

7 Must Have Kids Products Parents Are Loving Right Now

Valentine’s Day Gifts Kids Will Actually Love

Best Easter Gifts for Kids 2026

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