May 15, 2008 RSS feed / Family

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Just wash and eat strawberries, or try these yummy recipes

By Patrick Mooney Special to the Acorn
Wild for strawberries Ventura is strawberry country, and May is strawberry season. You'll find fresh strawberries at supermarkets, farmers' markets and roadside stands. More...

Magazine announces caregiver essay contest

The Home Instead Senior Care office serving Ventura County will sponsor the third annual "Give a Caregiver a Break" essay contest to honor family caregivers for their tireless service and dedication. More...

How to make dentist visits easier for children

Trying to get children to go to the dentist can yield results that range from silent anxiety and fear to major crying jags and temper tantrums. More...

Scholar makes list

Nicholas Panzica of Thousand Oaks was named to the winter term 2008 dean's list at Choate Rosemary Hall in Wallingford, Conn. More...

Gymnasts to show off skills

Monarchs National Gymnastics Training Center will host an exhibition of about 1,400 athletes, from children through adults, on Sat., May 31 at the center, 3599 Old Conejo Road, Newbury Park. More...

Trace your roots on Saturday

The Ventura County Genealogical Society will meet at 1 p.m. Sat., May 17 at the Ventura LDS Family History Center, 3501 Loma Vista Road, Ventura. The Rev. Gary Alan Dickey will present a program on "Brick walls or brick foundations? More...

Choose engagement ring by stone, style

Before popping the question, most men realize they know little or nothing about their girlfriend's tastes in jewelry, especially when it comes to a ring she will be wearing forever. More...

Child donates cash

Madrona Elementary School recently held a "Pennies for Patience" drive to raise money for children diagnosed with leukemia and lymphoma. More...

Parent Talk series ends with 'Kids Are Worth It'

Barbara Coloroso will present her lecture, "Kids Are Worth It: Give Your Child the Gift of Inner Discipline," from 7 to 9 p.m. Tues., May 20 at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1600 E. Hillcrest Road, Thousand Oaks. More...