Making a Pet-free Vacation a Stress-free Vacation
July, 2009 - Issue #57 
Summer’s the perfect time for a family vacation, but what do you do when your four-footed family member isn’t welcome at the hotel, camp site or a relative’s house? You’ll need to decide whether or not Fido will be hanging out at home or boarded while you’re gone.
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Cooking with Kids
July, 2009 - Issue #57
Kid-powered veggies and dessert will be the most memorable additions to a traditional summer barbecue.
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For Families of Faith
July, 2009 - Issue #57
Serve Others
“We live in such a ‘me’-focused society; our children don’t see beyond themselves. This summer can be about putting our faith into action. The best way to live out the Bible is to serve others. Become aware of what others need. Social justice is very important to God.
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Family Time
July, 2009 - Issue #57
Summer’s “Funnest” Melon
Host an impromptu watermelon seed-spitting contest (Did you go seedless? Switch to a watermelon eating contest!) or mix watermelon juice with lemonade and ice for a lip-smacking hot-weather drink.
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Have Faith...
June, 2009 - Issue #56
Local Pastors share some of their favorite verses for inspiration...
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Family Time
June, 2009 - Issue #56
Clowns, jugglers and tightrope walkers recently mingled with students when Legacy Christian Academy became Circus Academy - this year’s theme for Principal for a Day.
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Father's Day Well Done
June, 2009 - Issue #56
Dads are the gifts that keep on giving, and when you surprise them with a new grill, you’re likely to be the one who’ll really reap the (delicious) rewards.
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Not your Grandma's Summer School
May, 2009 - Issue #55
Whether it’s seasonal childcare or a cure for “no-more-school” boredom you seek, Santa Clarita is full of excitement so hot, it makes an SCV summer in July look downright chilly.
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Family Time
May, 2009 - Issue #55
Local Orthodontist Offers Fee Deferral for Qualifying Families
Alan Z. Barbakow, DDS, a much-loved SCV orthodontist based in Newhall, has announced his We Are One campaign. Dr. Barbakow states “Starting now, my orthodontic office will maintain a continuation of care for all new patients, deferring fees if you have a reversal in economic status. If you lose your job, we’ll wait for you to get a new one. Worries about tomorrow should not prevent you or your children from receiving the treatment you need today.”
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Have Faith
May, 2009 - Issue #55
Sometimes it’s a struggle to get kids excited about going to church. And how do we know that they’re really “taking the message in” once we get them there? The answer is all at once easy and difficult. Like so many other parenting matters, it comes down to “us.”
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What Moms Want
May, 2009 - Issue #55
She went the extra mile for you at every opportunity, pulling goodness out of her bag of tricks. Now it’s your turn to show her what’s in your bag. Treat her to an hour, an afternoon or a day of beauty and relaxation she’ll not soon forget.
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Health Notes
April, 2009 - Issue #54
The Heart of the Matter of Exercise
The most important benefit of exercising is the strength and health of the most vital muscle in your body - your heart. Cardiovascular exercise is any type of exercise that increases the work of the heart and lungs.
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Family Time
April, 2009 - Issue #54
College of the Canyons’ Junior High Summer Institute Back for Second Season
Offering more than the typical summer camp experience, the popular Junior High Summer Institute (JSI) at College of the Canyons is back and better than ever, with new curriculum tracks and activities that are sure to provide students with a fun and engaging atmosphere all summer long.
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Have Faith...
April, 2009 - Issue #54
A Gift from God
Over 2,000 years ago on a hill called Calvary, a man named Jesus was crucified. He had committed no crime. His was a life driven by love and compassion for all.
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Family Time
March, 2009 - Issue #53
Saturday > February 28
SCV Club Cheer Hosts Poker Tournament Fundraiser
Team Fusion’s 20 cheerleaders - ages 7 through 14 years - qualified to compete in the Cheerleading Worlds Championship on April 25 and 26 at Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida. Now they just need to get there. Help them out by attending a poker tournament at the Valencia Country Club or by making a much-appreciated donation; 775-9849
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Have Faith…
March, 2009 - Issue #53
Measuring Commitment
The most important questions should begin with the issue of a potential mate’s commitment to God. What is his or her life founded on? What philosophy do they live by? Is Christ really the Lord of their life, or is it someone or something else? Will they follow God’s word completely, or make allowances when times get tight? Remember - wherever they are headed, you will be, too. Getting the answers to these questions should involve more than merely asking.
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Have Faith…
February, 2009 - Issue #52
Many seek to grow closer to God. While the roads traveled may be different, it’s the final destination that matters most. Some of Santa Clarita’s most respected pastors weigh in on the topic…
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Taking Care:
February, 2009 - Issue #52
Whether due to advanced age, cognitive impairment, illness or injury, most people will eventually need some form of in-home care and assistance.
Fortunately, our community has numerous in-home care professionals that specialize in providing screened, bonded and insured in-home caregivers. Eager to assist families in need, they’re also dedicated to ensuring the safest and highest quality care giving.
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Have Faith…
January, 2009 - Issue #51
Does your list of New Year’s resolutions include a preponderance of material changes? While losing weight, saving money and recycling more are all valuable efforts, let’s not forget the more philosophical, transformative resolutions. Consider the following suggestions, courtesy of Santa Clarita’s well-respected local pastors.
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Family Time
January, 2009 - Issue #51
photography by Ted Dayton
For Seniors
“Time is a great gift for seniors, and it’s free! Loneliness, abandonment and depression are huge among our seniors, especially during the holidays. I know from talking to the seniors in my life, that they would gladly exchange most any gift for moments with their loved ones.
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Have Faith…
December, 2008 - Issue #50
An in-depth look at six local churches.
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Family Time
December, 2008 - Issue #50
Ask The Doctor
Q: Does my Child have Asthma?
A: Although the hallmark of asthma is wheezing, children can wheeze with a simple viral illness and won’t meet criteria for asthma. In order to make a diagnosis of asthma, the periods of recurrent wheezing must have started at least six months prior.
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Have Faith…
November, 2008 - Issue #49
photography by Ted Dayton
“Counting your blessings” is often easier said than done. It’s not hard to become discouraged; to imagine that our private pains are unconquerable; to believe that, in fact, we don’t have much to be grateful for. In our first “Have Faith...” installment, local pastors share their thoughts about how we all are, in one way or another, truly blessed.
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