Boy Scouts Takes Major Step Toward Ending Ban on Gay Scout Leaders

A Boy Scout Executive Committee voted to allow gay scout leaders. If ratified, troops would be able to determine their own policies.

A Can't-Put-Down Read For Your Petaluma Teens

This is my favorite book for young adults so far this year!

South American Rainforest And Critters Unveiled At The SF Zoo

Perfect summer outing for the family with a realistic ecosystem, colorful birds, exotic plants and trees, plus a charming two-toed sloth!

Get Your Petaluma Kids Cooking This Summer

A beautiful picture book that follows the evolution of one dessert over four centuries.

Get Your Petaluma Youngsters To Love Their Vegetables

Funny picture book teaches kids opposites and days of the week, too.

Kids Bowl Free This Summer In North Bay

Get the kids out of the house and over to the bowling alley where they can bowl free every day all summer.

Another Great Summer Read For Your Petaluma Kids

With classes on Explosives and the History of Henchmen, this is one school kids will not mind reading about over the summer.

For Your Li'l Petaluma Summer Readers: A Potential Award Winner

This book is set during WW II and involves three different children, three amazing cliffhangers and a harmonica ... yes, a harmonica!

From Nurse Barb: 7 Essential Questions for Every Teen

Parents! Are you about to launch a teen out of the nest into the wider world? These 7 essential questions will prep them for independence.

Sweet Book To Keep Your Petaluma Kids Reading This Summer

Funny characters, well-developed story and a mystery to be solved. Oh, and there's a cute dog named Mo!

Redwood Empire Gymnastics Summer Camps start next week

Campers at Redwood Empire Gymnastics enjoy staying active during the summer with gymnastics, games, arts and crafts, and more.

Are You Hooked On Phonics, Petaluma Parents? You Should Be

New Stanford study shows that beginning readers who focus on letter-sound relationships are best wired for reading development.

Fun Summer Read For Your Petaluma Kids

It's a prank war! Will this sibling bond survive?

For Your Petaluma Readers: Book for Kids Who Like to Laugh

This hilarious book by Dave Barry will do just that.

Donate Blood And Get In Free To Six Flags Discovery Kingdom On Monday!

Donors must be 17 and up, or 16 year olds can participate with signed permission. And ... the new Dare Devil Chaos Coaster OPENS TODAY!

Free Facial Recognition App For Your Dog

Just snap a photo, register your pampered pooch--you'll be notified if picked up by a shelter, vet, or even a neighbor through social media.

Have A Little Petaluma Fashionista? Book for the Fashionable Kid

This book is perfect for any teen or tween who loves "Project Runway"!

SAVE THE DATE: 'Down Home Day' In Penngrove

Spend time with your family, kids (and pets!) in relaxed day of old-fashioned simplicity.

Keep Your Petaluma Readers Reading With This Can't-Put-Down Historical Novel

Kids, grades 5-8, will be intrigued to learn about the children of London, who were sent to the country during WWII to escape the bombings.

For Your Petaluma Tweens: Fairytales!

How about a story set in Fairy Tale Reform School where all the teachers are former super scary villains!

50 Sexting/Texting Terms and 7 Snapchat Tips Every Petaluma Parent Should Know

Do you think Snapchat photos evaporate within seconds of delivery? Guess again – and that’s just one thing parents should be worried about.

Save The Dates: Sonoma County Farm Tours May 2 and 3

Farm Trails free, family-friendly "Blossoms, Bees and Barnyard Babies" spring tour gives visitors a peek at farm life behind the barn door.

Petaluma Youngsters: Read About the Man Who Sold the Eiffel Tower - Twice!

For any kid who loves a story where the con is on, this book is about a real life schemer, and you won't believe what he gets away with!

Your Divorce Is Not Part Of Your Teen's Graduation

You and your spouse decided to get divorced, not your teen. Forget your divorce today, and let the day be what it should be - a celebration.

For Your Petaluma Readers: A Record Breaking Kid's Book

If you have a child who loves to pour over the Guinness Book of World Records ... do I have the book for you!

REDWOOD EMPIRE GYMNASTICS PRESENTS Grease is the word at REG

Join us at Redwood Empire Gymnastics as we root on young local gymnasts.

Be a Host Family for an Exchange Student in Petaluma!

By opening your home, you make it possible for members of our community to meet, interact, and learn from someone from a different culture.

Got Young Petaluma Readers? A Must-Read Graphic Novel for Girls

This wonderful debut novel is about finding your passion and your confidence.

First Clues In Today's Petaluma Spring Treasure Hunt

These photos are from each part of town -- north, south, west and east. Good luck to you and your kids!

Be a Host Family for a Foreign Exchange Student

CIEE is looking for host families for high school foreign exchange students for the 2015-16 school year.

Have A Li'l Petaluma Chef? Cooking Up a Great Book for Kids

Do you have a child who likes to create masterpieces in the kitchen? There's a book for that!

Volunteers Needed For Earth Day Cleanup in Sonoma County

The date is Saturday, April 18. Space is limited Advance registration is required.

Registration Underway For 'Hit The Road Jack Wine and Cheese Country Run'

This event benefits the The Sonoma Volunteer Firefighter’s Association.

For Petaluma Youngsters: Picture Book for Dog Lovers

Do you have a child that loves cute dogs? There's a book for that!

Don't Miss This, Petaluma High Schoolers: Paid Summer Internships With Transit Group

Better, yet ... the positions pay $12.25 an hour! Application deadline is Sunday, March 22.

For Your Petaluma Readers: Book to Inspire Young People

Do you want your children to have a world view and understand the great gifts they have been given? There's a book for that!

Host an AFS Exchange Student. Gain a global family member for a lifetime!

Do you love to travel? Hosting an AFS exchange student is a great way to learn about another culture right in your own home.

Secrets for Planning the Perfect Family Safari

Certain considerations can make the difference between a memorable family holiday and an unforgettable one!

Awww ... Help Name Adorable Baby Penguins At Academy of Sciences

Vote online for names for new chicks. One idea: "Bert." Get it? Dick Van Dyke's character, who danced with penguins in "Mary Poppins."

Dear Petaluma Parents: Books That Make Your Kids Smarter

Do your kids like a fascinating mystery? Do you want them to learn about the scientific method? There's a book for that!