by Linda Castillo It’s hard to believe we only have one more month of summer. So why not spend the next few weeks exploring the great outdoors hiking with your loved ones? I had a chance to go hiking with my daughter Audrina at Jack’s Peak County Park in Monterey. It had been awhile since I went hiking and it was the first time for my daughter. It was a bonding … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Family-Friendly Hiking Trails in Northern California
Archives for August 2019
Mayan Traje: A Tradition In Transition on Exhibit Now until October 13, 2019
MAYAN TRAJE: A TRADITION IN TRANSITION JULY 21, 2019 – OCTOBER 13, 2019 TURNER AND GILLILAND GALLERIES The Maya of Guatemala are known worldwide for their excellent weaving and distinctive trajes (traditional clothing). These were once 100% village-specific, and people could be recognized as being from a specific place. Over time, many and diverse influences have caused … [Read more...] about Mayan Traje: A Tradition In Transition on Exhibit Now until October 13, 2019
Back to School Ready
I can’t believe it’s already time for back to school. Where did the summer go? This past weekend I went back to school shopping for my girls’ new backpacks, school supplies, clothes and shoes. This year I wanted to give their new teachers a small gift to show our appreciation and welcome them for the new school year. These welcome bags that were super easy to put … [Read more...] about Back to School Ready
Perfectly You: Embracing the Power of Being Real by Mariana Atencio #ModernLatinaBookClub
I was fortunate to attend this year’s We All Grow summit featuring many spectacular speakers and connect with so many amazing Latinas. One of the speakers who inspired me was hearing native Venezuelan Mariana Atencio share her heartfelt story about being an immigrant in the USA navigating both adversity and opportunity. She shared how her unique perspective, experience and … [Read more...] about Perfectly You: Embracing the Power of Being Real by Mariana Atencio #ModernLatinaBookClub
Dora and the Lost City of Gold Hits Theaters August 9, 2019
The Dora the Explore pilot first aired twenty years ago on June 12, 1999. The series centered around Dora, a seven-year-old Latina girl, who along with her cute monkey Boots and talking purple backpack go on travels where young viewers join the show by solving puzzles and riddles while learning the Spanish language, colors, counting and more. Many generations have grown … [Read more...] about Dora and the Lost City of Gold Hits Theaters August 9, 2019