🎃 Win a Free Trip to Knott's Berry Farm! The spooktacular family-friendly daytime Halloween event, #KnottsSpookyFarm, is perfect for little ghouls! 👻 Flip to page 13 of the September issue for entry details! Don't delay—deadline is this week on 9/26.

🎃 Pumpkin Patches Opening Dates Around Central California! instagram.com/p/DPDPGCfEVnh/…

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

🎃 We've compiled the largest list of family-friendly Halloween and fall events in the Valley! Pumpkin patches, fall festivals, trunk-or-treats, and more! Check out our guide of 60+ family-friendly haunts for a spooktacular season: ccparent.com/halloween-happ…

Ethan’s Hope (dedicated to supporting families with a baby in the NICU) offers help with lodging, transportation, essentials, and even daycare for siblings. Families can reach out directly by emailing [email protected] or calling (559) 907-9614 or (559) 906-5843.

🍁 Our October issue features fall-inspired activities, our Halloween & Fall Happenings guide, four exciting giveaways, and more! 🎃 Pick up a free copy at your favorite distribution location or read the digital issue now at ccparent.com!

🧩✨ The 2025 Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest is here! 📅 Enter Oct 1–Nov 1 🏆 Win an iPad + $1,000 for your school 📸 Decorate ➡ Snap ➡ Submit ➡ Vote Theme: “Life Is a Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free™” 👉 Learn more: hubs.li/Q03LxWG60 #RedRibbonWeek #LifeIsAPuzzle #DrugFree

🎼 #KidsMusicDay (from Keep Music Alive Org) is this Friday! Events include student performances, instrument petting zoos, drum circles, instrument donation drives, free intro lessons, and more. Find an event near you! 🎶 keepmusicalive.org/kids-music-day

La Leche League of Fresno is here to help parents who want support on their breastfeeding journey. Find guidance, reassurance, and a supportive community at their free monthly meetings: lllfresno.org/monthly-meetin…

Halloween is extra scary for kids with food allergies! When you offer non-food treats, more children get to enjoy Halloween without fear! Add your address to @foodallergy’s Teal Pumpkin Project Map, so kids looking for non-food treats can plan their routes. 🎃🩵

While the school routine settles in, it’s also important to keep nurturing curiosity outside the classroom. Check out these 11 fall-inspired activities that combine learning with fun, helping kids stay engaged and excited all season long. ccparent.com/articles/autum…

🧅💚 We're giving away tickets to Shrek the Musical—a laugh-out-loud, big-hearted adventure bursting with catchy songs, dazzling costumes, and your favorite fairy-tale misfits. Flip to page 15 of the October issue for entry details! Deadline is October 31st. 🏰✨

Children spend from 6–8 hours a day in school. While school is a significant influence, a child’s after-school hours are just as valuable. 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!

Meet our Cover Kid, Hunter! Hunter is 4 years old and full of personality! He loves making people laugh with his silly sense of humor, and always has fun playing with his friends and older sister. Hunter brings joy and energy wherever he goes.

Want to win a gift card to Lazy Dog? Count the number of bats you find in the October issue, then submit your answer for a chance to win—deadline is October 31st! Lazy Dog is a casual dining restaurant known for its made-from-scratch American eats and laid-back vibe.

Learning to write is one of the defining milestones of early childhood, but it doesn’t happen all at once. While children progress at their own pace, families can help foster early writing development. Flip to page 14 of the October issue for expert insight and guidance.

Halloween is on Friday! Drivers—please slow down and keep an eye out for trick-or-treaters who may cross the road unexpectedly. Parents—take a moment to talk with your kids about pedestrian safety before heading out for candy-filled fun. 📸 @nhtsagov

Our #NovemberIssue is here, and it’s all about gratitude, growth, and making the most of the season! Pick up a free copy at your favorite distribution location or read the digital issue now at ccparent.com!

It’s important for all caregivers—parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, babysitters, child care providers, and anyone who might care for baby—to learn about safe infant sleep to help reduce baby’s risk. Visit safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov to learn more.

November is #NationalChildSafetyAndProtectionMonth! Most child injuries are predictable & preventable. ✅ Store meds & cleaners up high ✅ Lock cabinets & appliance doors ✅ Check for choking hazards Learn more: calpoison.org | safekids.org