Shorter & Sweeter
Most schools are back in the swing of things. Kids have school supplies, backpacks and lunch bags packed with their favorite foods. New clothes may be a bit big now, but will probably be too small in six months. You, the parents, are also settling into a routine, hopefully getting involved in your child’s school. Read about the importance of school involvement on page 22. When you know what the kids are doing and learning, it demonstrates interest in them. When kids are not attending school, there are opportunities for great afterschool activities. Check over the ads in this issue for afterschool programs. Tell our advertisers you saw them in San Diego Family. Discover the benefits of theater arts on page 18 and read about Jackie Foster, originally from Poway, who was on Season 14 of “The Voice.” Apples are ripening—and farms are starting to open. It is so much fun to pick your own apples and talk to farm staff about their trees and fruit—a great fall family tradition. Check out page 42 for local U-pick apple orchards. Find apple recipes at www .SanDiegoFamily.com/dining-recipes/apple-reciperound-up. Don’t forget Grandparents Day on Sept. 9. It’s great being a grandma! As the grandkids grow up and get taller than me, it is amazing to see them become young adults. My first grandson is attending University of Nebraska now, majoring in engineering. I am very proud of you, Carter, and wish you the best. Love, Grandma. sharon@sandiegofamily.com Main Office: 1475 Sixth Avenue, Fifth Floor, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: 619-685-6970 Fax: 619-685-6978 E-mail: family@SanDiegoFamily.com Mission Statement To enhance the quality of life for San Diego County families by providing information and resources that support the importance and pleasure of parenting.
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SEPTEMBER IS
LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH!
Disney Pixar’s The Incredibles and the American Library Association, are teaming up this year to promote the value of a library card— the first step to inspire lifelong learning. Libraries offer a plethora of free events and resources such as storytime, clubs, audio books, DVDs and more. Still not convinced? Read our article “20 Reasons to Love the Library” at www.SanDiegoFamily.com/resources/educationdirectory—then go get your library card!
American Library Association
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
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Back into the School Routine
Lisa Gipson
The Incredibles © 2018 Disney Enterprises , Inc. and Pixar. All Rights Reserved. Used Under Authorization.
Publisher’s Letter
ilovelibraries.org/librarycard
Event Planning Made Easy Planning a field trip, fundraiser, school assembly or family reunion? This issue is full of advertisers who would love to help plan your group event. Also find them in an easy-to-read list at www.SanDiegoFamily.com/ resources/event-fundraising-planner.
Join the Movement to Unplug
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Wikki Stix is encouraging families nationwide to unplug from electronics and engage in creative play on Saturday, Sept. 29. Want to incorporate Wikki Stix into your Unplugged Play Day? Turn to page 10 for a fantastic offer! Plus, find tons of fun crafts and family DIY science projects under “For the Kids” at www.SanDiegoFamily .com. Maybe you’ll start a new “unplugged family time” tradition.