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As summer winds down and backpacks start making their way back out of closets, August always feels like a season of transition. The long, carefree days are still here, and the East Bay heat is still holding strong, but schedules are beginning to fill up, and routines are slowly returning.
This month’s Kids & Pets issue celebrates two of the things that bring so much joy and connection to our community. In our June issue, we invited readers to submit photos and stories of their beloved pets — and we were absolutely overwhelmed by the response. Thank you to everyone who took the time to send in photos of your furry family members. Truly, we were touched not only by the number of submissions, but by the enthusiasm behind them. As we work on our magazine each month, we often put content into the world without knowing exactly how it will be received, so seeing so many readers engaging with the magazine and wanting to participate reminded us why community publications matter so much.
While we could only feature a portion of the submissions this time, please know we received them all and plan to include additional pets in future issues.
We’re also honored to partner with the Walnut Creek Education Foundation this month to highlight the incredible work they do to support local students, teachers, and schools. Their impact reaches so many families throughout our community.
And for families preparing for the next chapter, we’re sharing a feature focused on helping teens navigate the road to college and the exciting transitions ahead.
I hope you and your family had a wonderful summer and are heading into this new season feeling refreshed, connected, and inspired to take on the rest of 2026!
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ARTICLE BY WALNUT CREEK CITY LIFESTYLE
When Navya G. moved to Walnut Creek with her husband Sid, they knew almost no one.
As they adjusted to life in a new town with Pluto, their Maltese poodle, they visited a local park.
The daily visits quickly turned into something more meaningful. Those casual conversations between dog owners have grown into lasting friendships.
“We met some friends at the dog park, and this has become our whole social circle,” she says.
The group gathers for birthday celebrations, movie outings, dinners, and poker games, and helps each other pet-sit.
“We owe all this community to our dogs,” Navya says. “We met because of our dogs, and we bonded because of our dogs.”
The daily routine of bringing Pluto to the park also transformed family life. Instead of staying indoors after work, Navya, Sid, and their four-year-old son Avi look forward to spending time outside.
“I was pregnant with my son when we first started coming here. My son learned to ride his bike here,” she says. “We come almost every day. It gets us outside, moving, and connected to people.”
Retired couple Candace and Michael Hirsch and their five-yearold Bernedoodle Riley are also regulars at the park after hearing about the community from a neighbor about three years ago.
After losing their dogs in 2007, Candace wasn’t sure she was ready for another pet, but Riley changed that.
Riley quickly became the center of their lives.
“He’s really a good dog, sweet to be with,” she said.
Ken Marcus and his fur kids, Maui, a Labradoodle and Whisky, a chocolate merle phantom Goldendoodle, started coming to the park about six years ago.
Ken stumbled into the community shortly after getting Maui. While chatting with fellow dog owners, he mentioned that he had started cycling then.
One conversation led to another, and soon, he found himself joining regular bike rides with Sal Italiano, another regular at the park.
“Now I road bike two or three times a week with him,” Ken said. “Another person in the group is a mountain biker, so we ride every Sunday somewhere in the Bay Area.”
Friday evenings are special for the group as they gather for their weekly potluck party, bringing food and drinks to share.
“It’s incredible to think that this started from a bag of chips and a six-pack of beer and that continued to grow and grow,” said Ken. “People started bringing pastries, cakes, and everything they were making.
Some of the people here are phenomenal cooks and bakers. They love sharing.”
Some Friday evenings often resemble gourmet potlucks, says Sal, who brings his eight-year-old Husky mix Enzo.
“We have a good group of people,” he said. “It’s something I really look forward to. I don’t schedule anything on Friday evenings.”
Aishwarya Naik and her husband, Akul Agarwal, the newest members of the group, learned about the community through Navya.
When they realized that Floppy, a rescue from South Korea, loved being around other dogs, they started coming regularly.
“Everyone is very welcoming and being new to this community, I think it’s a great place to be,” said Aishwarya. “We’ve leaned on everyone. I don’t reach out to Nextdoor, I reach out to the group that we have.”
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ARTICLE BY TERESA M. CHRISTIAN, PSY.D. PHOTOGRAPHY BY MEGAN GERY PHOTOGRAPHY
It’s 8:00 a.m., and you’ve already wrestled everyone into their clothes, changed a diaper or two, packed lunches, signed a permission slip, filled and refilled water bottles, made breakfast, emptied the dishwasher, scheduled a doctor’s appointment, remembered that your child needs a poster board for tomorrow’s project, and mentally reviewed what’s for dinner. Oh wait, it’s also pajama day at school. You then got everyone redressed. And that’s before you’ve even had a cup of coffee!
For many parents, exhaustion doesn’t come from the tasks themselves. It comes from carrying the responsibility of remembering, planning, anticipating, and managing everything that keeps a family running.
This is what psychologists often refer to as the mental load of parenting.
The mental load is the invisible cognitive and emotional labor that happens behind the scenes every day. It isn’t just about what needs to be done today; it’s the constant responsibility of anticipating needs, planning ahead, and managing countless details that keep a family running. Parents often find themselves carrying responsibility for events, emotions and needs that haven’t even arrived yet.
In the spirit of full transparency, I requested an extension for this article. Not because I didn’t understand the topic, but because I was living it. Like many parents, I was juggling
professional responsibilities, a family of five, an aging parent, schedules, commitments and the countless invisible tasks that don’t make it onto a calendar. As a psychologist, I know the signs of mental overload. As a parent, I’m not exempt from them.
Even those who understand the mental load professionally are still human enough to experience it personally.
So, there I was attempting to write about the mental load of parenting, experiencing it firsthand. My own mental bandwidth had become stretched thin. That experience reminded me of something I say day in and day out in my practice: recognition is the first step of change. Rather than pushing through, I chose to pause, reassess and give myself the grace I often encourage others to do.
It was a powerful reminder that thriving isn’t about doing more. It is often about recognizing when we’re carrying too much and making intentional choices that create space for what matters most.
One reason the mental load feels so relentless is that many of us have absorbed the message that every moment should be productive. We live in a culture that celebrates efficiency, achievement and optimization, but when our worth becomes tied to what we accomplish, we leave little room for recovery. The human mind was designed for periods of effort and periods of recovery. Yet many of us spend far more time producing than restoring.
As parents, we often find ourselves treating downtime as something that must be earned rather than as something essential. We
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“We no longer simply enjoy a cup of coffee; we schedule a coffee meeting. We don't just take a walk; we listen to a podcast. The result is that our minds rarely receive the opportunity to rest, be present or reset.”
schedule, plan, organize and maximize. Even activities that were once restorative have become another opportunity for productivity. We no longer simply enjoy a cup of coffee; we schedule a coffee meeting. We don’t just take a walk; we listen to a podcast. The result is that our minds rarely receive the opportunity to rest, be present or reset.
What if we allowed ourselves to believe that not everything has to be productive to be valuable?
A conversation with a friend, an afternoon at the park, watching your child play, or enjoying a cup of coffee without an agenda may not produce anything measurable. Yet these moments restore us, strengthen our relationships, and remind us why we work so hard in the first place.
Rest isn’t something we earn after productivity; it’s what makes sustainable productivity possible.
The goal is not to eliminate responsibility or perfectly balance every demand. Parenting will always require planning, sacrifice and care. But when we become more aware of the mental load we are carrying, we can begin to make intentional choices, have honest conversations and implement systems that reduce the need to rely solely on memory and mental energy.
Shared calendars, predictable routines and clearly defined responsibilities may seem simple, but they can significantly lighten the cognitive burden of daily life. When we stop carrying everything alone, we create more space for presence, connection, and joy. The very experiences our children will remember long after the to-do lists have been forgotten.
TERESA CHRISTIAN, PSY.D.
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Before enrolling in Las Lomas High School’s Biomedical Science Pathway program, 17-year-old Kamila Sanchez never expected to become passionate about healthcare or to pursue a career in science or medicine.
“A friend encouraged me to join, and it helped me discover a career path,” said the rising senior
The Biomedical Science Pathway is one of many programs supported by the Walnut Creek Education Foundation (WCEF), a nonprofit that helps fund educational opportunities throughout Walnut Creek’s public school district.
Founded in 1983, WCEF raises private funds for programs at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What began as a grassroots effort to keep school libraries open has grown into a community-supported foundation serving more than 5,100 students across eight schools.
Today, WCEF continues to fund elementary libraries as well as art, music, and science labs. It also funds middle school and high school electives, including the high school career pathways programs, that are at risk of being cut due to funding limitations.
“The programs we support are not extras,” shared Executive Director Kiroun Saluja. “They are essential parts of a wellrounded education that foster creativity, critical thinking, connection, and student well-being.”
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California’s public school funding model does not fully cover what families have come to expect in local schools, said Saluja. WCEF helps bridge that gap by supporting programs that might otherwise be reduced or eliminated.
The Biomedical Science Pathway is one of several high school programs supported through WCEF’s annual grant to the Acalanes Union High School District. The program was developed by teacher Kathleen Mooney, who formerly served as Las Lomas’ school nurse.
“This program provides students with hands-on, career-focused learning experiences that introduce them to the fields of medicine, biotechnology, anatomy, physiology, and healthcare,” said Mooney. Through age-appropriate labs and collaborative projects, students explore different subjects and gain real-world experience over their four years of high school.
Kai Calica
The program also partners with HOSA-Future Health Professionals, a global student organization that holds numerous events and competitions throughout the school year.
“One of the most impactful parts of the Biomedical Pathway has been my involvement in HOSA,” said Arbaz Malik, a rising senior. “The pathway hasn’t just taught me about biology. It has given me a head start on my future career.”
Las Lomas rising junior Kayla Fu added that the program has provided opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. “The community is incredible,” she said. “I’ve learned more from this program than anything else.”
Nik Ratzlaff, a science and leadership teacher at Walnut Creek Intermediate
School, said WCEF helps fund electives and provides resources that enhance classroom learning.
In one recent lesson, students used lasers and sensors to study how fiber-optic technology transmits information, connecting science concepts to real-world applications.
“Without funding from WCEF, we would not be able to add labs that use tools outside of our curriculum,” Ratzlaff shared.
Kai Calica, who recently graduated from eighth grade, said those experiences have made science both engaging and meaningful.
Saluja said the foundation’s goal is to ensure that all students have access to enriching educational opportunities regardless of their background or circumstances.
For Calica, that mission is already making a difference.
“I really enjoyed the hands-on activities and experiments because I learn best by doing things,” she said.
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ARTICLE BY WALNUT CREEK CITY LIFESTYLE | PHOTOGRAPHY SUBMITTED BY READERS
We asked you, our wonderful readers, to submit photos of your photogenic pets, and you did not disappoint! From cuddly companions to camera-ready characters, we received an incredible collection of furry friends and heartwarming stories. We thoroughly enjoyed reading about the special bonds and how they enrich your lives. Meet some of our featured superstars, with more lovable faces to come in future issues.
Some pets take up space. Jojo fills the whole room with joy. Paid entirely in treats
Loves to cuddle, take walks, and puts herself to bed at 7 p.m. Very sociable and steals people's hearts!
Participates in the family breakfast routine. After stealing some sour cream and eggs, Barney usually goes to lie in the sunlight filtering through the window, finishing out his restful morning.
A Lynx Color Point Siamese with a flair for the dramatic and a large physique that rivals small dogs. His name is a nod to the legendary Frank Sinatra - “Ol’ Blue Eyes” himself - a connection that becomes clear the moment you meet his piercing gaze.
Beautiful Beauty is a constant gift of love, loyalty, and joy. Her playful spirit can turn stress into laughter within seconds, while her gentle presence brings comfort when it is needed most.
ARTICLE BY SUNNY GREWAL | PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARISSA ROCKE
I’ll skip “start early” and “stay organized” — you already know that. Here’s what’s actually changed in the past 18 months that most families in our area haven’t caught up to.
THE SAT IS BACK. PRETENDING IT ISN’T WILL COST YOUR KID.
When the UCs went test-blind in 2020, the country followed. That era is ending. Yale, Harvard, Brown, Dartmouth, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Caltech, Stanford, Penn, Cornell, Georgetown, Johns Hopkins, and every public university in Florida and Georgia has reinstated the requirement. Score submissions are up roughly 10% year over year, even at test-optional schools. In May, over 600 UC faculty — led by the math chairs — demanded that the SAT return for STEM majors, saying they’re reteaching middle-school math to freshmen. Grade inflation made GPA a fuzzy signal. The test cuts through it. Don’t skip it on principle.
YOUR APPLICATION IS BEING READ BY SOFTWARE BEFORE A HUMAN EVER SEES IT.
Eighty percent of admissions offices said they planned to integrate AI into their review process by 2024. Virginia Tech and the University of North Carolina already pair readers
“Name recognition is not a fit. Visit, sit in a class, and ask students if they're happy. That answer matters more than the bumper sticker..”
with AI tools that score essays on structure and originality. The implication? An essay ChatGPT could have written — polished, generic, voiceless — is now a liability, not a safe play. Have your kid write badly first, in their own voice, and edit from there.
Michigan and Florida added binding early decision this cycle. At larger universities, early decision can be a real lever. Tulane University’s early decision rate has hovered around 58% versus 14% overall, while Northeastern’s is roughly 43% compared with 5.2%.
The picture is very different at small liberal arts colleges. Published early decision acceptance rates at Amherst and Williams College are about 22% and 23%, respectively, compared to overall rates of 7–8%. However, those numbers don’t exclude recruited athletes, who make up about 30% of a New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) class and a large share of the early decision pool. If athletes are removed from the equation, then the early decision rate for non-athletes is much closer to the regular rate. Early decision is binding either way — pick wrong and you’ve locked your kid into four years they may resent.
Last year, a student of mine turned down two Ivy League schools for the honors business program at a big public flagship. One year in, she’s landed an internship her Ivy League friends are still chasing. Another student left UC Berkeley’s computer science program because he couldn’t get face time with a professor. He transferred to a small liberal arts college and is thriving. Name recognition is not a fit. Visit, sit in a class, and ask students if they’re happy. That answer matters more than the bumper sticker.
Sunny Grewal is the founder of StrivePath, a Bay Area college advising practice serving families in Lamorinda, Walnut Creek, and the greater East Bay. StrivePath provides personalized academic and college advising, guiding students to discover their strengths and achieve their potential — resulting in happier students, less stressed families, and better admissions outcomes.
ARTICLE BY DR. TIZIANA PROCOPIO TOWLE
When people think about staying healthy, they often focus on exercise, nutrition, and sleep. However, one of the most important—and often overlooked—factors in overall health is oral hygiene.
Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is primarily caused by plaque buildup that allows harmful bacteria to thrive. When these bacteria infect the gums, the body’s immune system responds by releasing proteins called cytokines, which help fight infection and regulate inflammation. While this response is essential, ongoing gum infections can keep the immune system in a constant state of alert. Over time, chronic inflammation may weaken the body’s ability to protect itself against other illnesses.
Common signs of periodontal disease include bad breath, swollen or bleeding gums, tooth sensitivity, and loose teeth. Research suggests that more than 80% of adults experience some degree of periodontal disease, making early detection and treatment vital. Regular dental exams and professional cleanings every four to six months can help prevent the disease from progressing.
According to the American Academy of Periodontology, bacteria that grow in the oral cavity can be aspirated into the lungs,
and complications from periodontitis may interfere with the proper functioning of major organ systems. Studies also suggest a potential link between periodontal disease and several systemic conditions.
Growing research has linked periodontal disease to a variety of serious health conditions. If left untreated, bacteria in the mouth may contribute to other serious health conditions, including heart disease, dementia, and complications related to diabetes. Oral diseases should not be underestimated or assumed to be temporary or easily reversible.
As such, maintaining good oral hygiene and seeking regular dental care are essential steps toward protecting both oral and overall health. Oral health plays such a critical role in overall well-being, and dental care should never be viewed as separate from general healthcare or as a lower-priority concern.
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ARTICLE BY AMY TINNIN
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My two pugs are more than pets—they’re part of the family. That’s why I started making their food at home, and it’s been one of the most popular posts on my blog. You may be surprised just how easy this recipe is. I add all the ingredients to my slow-cooker to cook, and my dogs love it. If you decide to try this recipe for your pet, please consult your veterinarian. Every dog has different needs based on age, weight, and any health issues. You can even share this recipe with your vet to see if any changes are needed. The ingredients are flexible and can be easily swapped to substitute the turkey for chicken or beef, and even try different dog-safe vegetables. Making dog food at home isn’t hard—it just takes a little planning, and my dogs love it.
INGREDIENTS:
• 3 lbs ground turkey (85% lean)
• 1¼ cups frozen sweet potatoes
• 1½ cups frozen peas and carrots
• 1 cup frozen spinach
• 1½ cups uncooked brown or white rice
• 4 cups water
DIRECTIONS:
1. Add all ingredients to a slow cooker.
2. Break up the ground turkey and mix all the ingredients.
3. Cover and cook on High for 3–4 hours or Low for 6 hours, stirring occasionally.
Note: My dog food was ready in 3½ hours on High. Let cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freeze for later use.
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Trey Kennedy makes a living finding comedy in regular life. Marriage. Toddlers. Yoga pants. The Thursday-night scramble between school dropoffs, soccer practice, and whatever has to be done by morning. Twelve years in, it shows: millions of followers across every platform, three stand-up specials, a sold-out Relatable Tour, and a style of humor fans send each other captioned, “Are you watching me?” He delivers the kind of comedy that travels because everyone’s living some version of it.
Katie, his wife of six years, is a former biomedical engineer who also built a modeling career. She’s now raising their kids and co-hosting Correct Opinions alongside Trey — the show where the two of them swap takes on marriage, parenting, and whatever came up that week.
Trey has been at this longer than people realize. An Edmond, Oklahoma kid who grew up playing basketball described himself as a “shy kid who never thought he’d be an entertainer.” He started making videos while attending Oklahoma State University. After building millions of followers on Vine before the platform shut down, he gave himself six months on Instagram and Facebook to see whether he could rebuild from zero. He did. Stand-up soon followed. His first special, Are You For Real?, streams on YouTube; the second, Grow Up, on Amazon Prime; the third, built around the Relatable Tour, wrapped earlier this year. “I’ve been trying to be funny every week for like twelve years now,” he says. A slow climb, made one bit at a time.
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“I’ve been trying to be funny every week for like twelve years now.”
Most of what Trey writes lately starts in his own kitchen. Thomas is three and a half, and he is, in his father’s words, “a movie.” He narrates his own life from the moment his eyes open and mispronounces words in ways his parents now repeat to each other because no one else would believe them. His younger sister, Eva, is what Katie calls “the calm one.” With a third now in the mix, the Kennedys are officially outnumbered.
After six years of marriage, Trey and Katie have learned that the partnership runs best when it gets its own time on the calendar. So once a week, they leave the kids with a sitter and go out for coffee. “You need a system,” Katie says. “It’s about taking time to look each other in the eye. Not the kids. Not the cameras. Just each other.”
The same instinct shapes the work. Most of Trey’s trial and error happens onstage or on Instagram, but the first read is always Katie’s. “There’s only been one time ever I’ve had to be like, ‘you’re not doing that,’” she says. The rest of the time, she just laughs first.
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AUGUST 2026
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
AUGUST 5TH
Locust Street Festival
Locust Street (between Mt. Diablo Blvd and Bonanza St., and Bonanza St. to Civic Drive) and Cypress Street (between N. California Blvd. and Commercial Lane). | 5:00 PM
Mark your calendars for an epic street festival series, held in July and August. Join this vibrant street festival in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek! This is a free public event, and all are welcome... including your furry friends. Visit: https://walnutcreekdowntown. com/events/locust-street-festival
AUGUST 13TH
Broadway Plaza ConcertThe Bell Brothers
1275 Broadway Plaza | 7:00 PM
Enjoy the performance of The Bell Brothers, the dynamic duo whose harmonies and songwriting prowess have resonated with audiences for nearly 20 years. Brothers Russ and Scott have made their mark in the musical landscape with a fusion of Country, Rock, and Americana.
AUGUST 15TH
Once Upon a Street: Books & Botanicals
1275 Broadway Plaza | 11:00 AM
Enjoy a creative and engaging day with interactive book experiences, handson activities, pet adoptions, and more in this celebration of books, blooms, and back-to-school inspiration.
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