Santa Ana Police To Host Trunk Or Treat

Families are invited for decorated vehicles, candy and costumes, the department said.

Orange County Food Banks Expect Surge After Cal Fresh Eligibility Updates

Single mother Yesenia Jimenez said she has been relying on the free Families Forward community market in Irvine to help feed her children.

Thousands Of Orange County Residents Impacted By Power Outage Caused By Mylar Balloon

In 2024 alone, mylar balloons, often made of foil or other metallic coatings, triggered power outages over 500 times in Southern California.

LePort Montessori School® Hosts Spring Festival & Open House April 26

Interested families are invited to tour the school, explore classrooms, meet school leaders, and learn about LePort Montessori’s curriculum

Wildfire Victims Seeking New Start In Orange County

"I think what we're trying to understand is, whether they're here temporarily or permanently we want to be a welcoming place for them."

LePort Montessori Students Hold Donation Drive for Families in Need

Students held a donation drive to benefit Colette’s Children’s Home

LePort Montessori Students Donate Food to Community Members in Need

Students held a food drive to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank

LePort Montessori Students Donate Food and $817 to Local Food Bank

Students held donation drives to collect food and money for those in need this holiday season

Podcast program gives teens something to think and talk about

Three Orange County Boys and Girls Clubs are capitalizing on the benefits and popularity of podcasts to educate and connect youth.

Wild Rivers Waterpark Reopens In Irvine After 10-Year Hiatus

In fact, it's cool enough that the young and the young-at-heart couldn't help, but ride, slide and wade all day long.

Start celebrating the 4th of July now with a very special Summer

For the Next Week, You Can Join the Best Online Summer Camp in Town and enjoy 25% OFF Tuition

Don’t Let Your Homebound Child Get Left Behind This Summer

As Camps Pivot Back to In-Person, Many Children in High Risk Groups Still Need Online Camp Options. PAW is Staying Online & Providing Grants

Find Your Child a Summer Camp Assistance Grant

Winner “Best Summer Camp” in LA Parent Magazine

Priority Center Holds Drive-Through Event for Needy Families

Hundreds of Toys, Gift Cards Distributed to Families as Part of the Nonprofit's Families Helping Families Holiday Program

Youth Soccer Classes With Super Soccer Stars

Soccer Stars is BACK in Pacific Palisades! Offering safe programs for kids aged 2-10, including Parent & Me and Soccer Stars United classes!

OC Girl Scouts Participate Virtually in 5th Annual GSOC STEM Expo

Activity-filled online event for girls created in partnership with CSUF and supported by the Girl Scouts of Orange County STEM Consortium

Priority Center Asks Community for Help This Holiday Season

Nonprofit Group Seeing Nearly 100 Percent Increase in Requests for Help Due to COVID-19

OC Gold Award Girl Scout Receives 2020 Gloria Barron Prize

Girl Scout alum Isabella Paoletti-Tejeda from Yorba Linda receives 2020 Gloria Barron Prize, Donates prize money 

Young OC Man Furloughed by Disney Brings Magic Alive on Halloween

A 20-year old Aliso Viejo man furloughed by Disneyland dares to dream and build a Haunted Mansion Display this Halloween despite pandemic

Parenting During the Pandemic: Free Emotional Health Webinar

Girl Scouts Offers FREE Social Emotional Health Series: Parenting During the Pandemic. The webinars will be offered in English and Spanish.

Reducing Fear and Anxiety in Children

Free seminar on Wednesday, June 24th. at 8:00 pm will address reducing fear and anxiety in children, followed by a Q&A​

Girl Scout Troop Sends Self-Care Kits to Healthcare Professionals

The kits were a token of appreciation from the Ladera Ranch troop for the heroic work of frontline healthcare workers amid the pandemic.

Girl Scouts Launches At-Home Programs to Serve OC Girls

The new initiative allows K-12 girls and their families to access free Girl Scout programs and activities during the CA Stay at Home order.

South County Girl Scouts Earn Esteemed Gold Award

Five Local Gold Award Girl Scouts Develop Programs that are Making a Lasting Difference in the Community

Girl Scouts' All Girl Initiative to Serve More OC Girls

New ways to experience Girl Scouts will help girls across OC prepare for a lifetime of leadership

Strangers On Plane Throw Baby Shower For California Couple

Dustin and Caren Moore of Buena Park were traveling home with their newborn adopted daughter when other travelers surprised them.

Santa Tracker: When St. Nick Arrives In Orange County

If you need some incentive to get the kiddos tucked in, remind them that Santa won't make his scheduled landing if they're still stirring.

Huntington Beach Girl Scouts Earn Esteemed Gold Award

Ten Local Gold Award Girl Scouts Develop Programs that are Making a Lasting Difference in the Community

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.

Mission Viejo Carnival to Benefit OC Make-A-Wish

Join Compassionate Neighbors in OC Tues. from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Kaleidoscope’s Annual Summer Carnival Benefitting OC Make-A-Wish

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.

UnitedHealthcare Distributes Food to Families in Need in Stanton

Employees from UnitedHealthcare volunteered at the Second Harvest Food Bank, distributing food to 174 families in Stanton

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.

UnitedHealthcare Raises Awareness for Kids with Special Needs

UnitedHealthcare is a proud sponsor of the Speech and Language Development Center’s "Walk Your Way" Event

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!

UnitedHealthcare Raises Awareness for Children with Special Needs

Speech and Language Development Center’s Annual "Walk Your Way" Kick-Off

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?

Fifth graders inspire their school with paint

Cox Communications funds STEAM Mural at Del Obispo Elementary in SJC to encourage careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math

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.

Because of Girl Scouts

Published by Girl Scouts of Orange County on behalf of Gold Award Girl Scout and recent alum Madeline Salvatierra

Ocean Institute Raises $70,000 To Match State Grant For Tall Ship

Funds to be used to replace engine in the Spirit of Dana Point, Ocean Institute's iconic replica of a 1770's privateer schooner.

A Littl Girl Pens A Happiness Poem. Ponies Win Over Pokemon

A Fourth Grader from Tustin Writes A Poem About being ”Free”-- Free to Be Outside Running, Playing, Laughing and No Electronics In Sight.

Orange County Allstate agency owners host school supply drive

Orange County Allstate agents rally community to equip teachers and students for a successful school year by hosting back-to-school drive.

Telling His Story and Getting Colleges to Say Yes!

Learn how his essays helped this first-generation student get accepted to UC Berkeley

Yes! There Is A Free Lunch At These OC Libraries; Kids Up To 18

Orange County Public Libraries invites kids to a free lunch, starting June 18.

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.

Patch Pet Of The Week Orange County

Who is the most adorable pet this week? Patch reached out to the community and these fur babies are the front-runners in Orange County.