Looking For A Vaccinated Summer Camp For Your Child This Year?

Give Your Kids A Great Place To Safely Explore The Arts With The Gift Of Summer Camp ~ Musical Theater, Guitar, Photography, Debate & More!

Find Your Child a Summer Camp Assistance Grant

Winner “Best Summer Camp” in LA Parent Magazine

Student Art Contest Open For Foothill Municipal Water District

Kids K-12 can enter the contest to have their artwork featured in the Student Art Calendar. This year's theme is "Water Is Life."

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

'Most Thoughtful, Caring Daddy': Father's Day Photos

Patch is celebrating Father's Day 2019!

Exotic Wild Animals Invade Montrose Sunday On Kids & Kritters Day

Free Exotic Animal Shows, Strolling Mariachi Singers, Taste Of Montrose, Harvest Market, and more in Montrose May 5. Family fun time!

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

“Tiny Turtles” Classes Begin at CCNS

The Crescenta-Cañada Cooperative Nursery School has recently expanded their offerings with classes for younger kids

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

Action-Packed Trike-a-thon Raises Money for Local Preschool

The fundraiser was exciting, sometimes chaotic, and thoroughly amusing

CCNS Kids Kick off the Holiday Season with a Fall-Stravaganza

Youngsters at the Crescenta-Cañada Cooperative Nursery School enjoyed a carnival, parade, and field trip to a pumpkin patch.

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Art of the Story, Voice of the Land

Alan Salazar brings a time honored craft to the Redbird powwow, one of many ways he serves the greater southern California community

This Is What A Good Babysitter Costs In Los Angeles

Get the breakdown on what childcare will cost you, plus an exclusive discount for Patch readers who are ready to book a sitter.

Montrose-La Crescenta Resident Deal Alert: California Adventure Offer through Costco

Looking for cheap annual passes? Check out Costco's sale on the passes through Dec. 1.

Study: Smart Phone Distracted Parenting May Make Kids Reckless

Scientists found that fragmented caretaking leads to abnormal brains in rats, and distracted parents may have a similar effect on children.

What Are America's Top Baby Names?

These are the official, registered names from the Social Security Administration. Did your baby's name make the list?

Watch: Baby Otters Debut at the L.A. Zoo

A new litter of endangered giant river otters was born this spring. The two boys and one girl are still waiting for names.

Zoo Roo Baby! LA Zoo Holding Name Our Roo Contest

Joey is too obvious. How about Roopert? Or Roosemary? Those names have been suggested--can you come up with something better?

Spooky! Disneyland Surveillance Video Shows "Ghost" Walking Through Closed Park

It’s seen near—you guessed it—the Haunted Mansion!

Top 4 Destinations in California for Spring Break

Spring Break is just weeks away..book now to lock-in deals.

SoCal Beaches Make 2015 List of America's Favorites

Trip Advisor users pick their Top 25. Did your favorite make the list?

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Download Your Patch Mobile App: New for Android and iPhone!

The place you call home — and the latest news and happenings you need to know — is now in the palm of your hand.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

2 La Cañada High Students Named to 2014 Tournament of Roses Royal Court

Ken-Mar Rescue Small Dog Rescue at La Cañada Petco Celebrates Milestone

The group says it has saved 500 dogs, many from outside of the La Cañada Flintridge Petco.

Say Goodbye to the Monthly Gas Meter Man Visit

La Crescenta is getting some new data collection units from the Southern California Gas Company that will eliminate the need for a meter man to come check on each home's gas consumption one by one.

Plan Ahead: Crescenta Valley's National Night Out Celebration August 6

Hiking Group Learns About Native Plants at Rosemont Preserve

Two Strike Park War Memorial Refurbishment Complete (Photos)