First Episode Psychosis: Anyone, Any Time. Early Action at the First Sign is Key
By Dr. Gagan Singh, Chief Medical Officer of Mercy Care Early Action Saves Lives Is it just a bad day or is your teen acting particularly moody? Has their behavior changed in recent weeks? It could be typical teen/young adult ...
National Essay Contest Open to K-8 Students
The Be Kind People Project invites students to tell the world to make a difference! Students in grades kindergarten through eighth grade across America are invited to enter The Be Kind Make a Difference national essay contest sponsored by the ...
Giving is Sweet with Girl Scouts: Girl Scout Cookie Sales Impact the Organization and Local Communities
The Girl Scout Cookie Program is in full swing across central and northern Arizona from through March 5 and for the first time in the history of Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC), the season will take place for a total ...
The Month of Love is Here But Surprisingly Many Couples are Contemplating Divorce
The holidays are behind us, the New Year has taken flight, love is in the air with Valentine’s Day and dozens of couples across the Valley are preparing for divorce. There are many reasons why couples choose to end a ...
Epic Kids February 2023
Introducing the February 2023 issue of Epic Kids. Enjoy! Click on the photo above to view the February 2023 issue of Epic Kids. We welcome feedback and story suggestions. Let us know about the epic kids you know in the ...
Girl Scouts—Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) will host “Mahogany in Motion: Who I Am Matters – Celebrating Culture,” a Black History Month celebration
WHAT: Girl Scouts—Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) will host “Mahogany in Motion: Who I Am Matters – Celebrating Culture,” a Black History Month celebration featuring a series of empowering activities, presentations and a panel in collaboration with locally owned African ...
Fun Family Crafts Ideas for Everyone
Family fun crafts are a wonderful way to bring family members together and create lasting memories. Whether you have small children or teenagers, there is something for everyone to enjoy. These family activities not only provide entertainment, but they also ...
Lily’s Pad: Construction is Underway for a Hyperclean Indoor Playground for Immunocompromised Kids
Lily's Pad has been working to build a hyperclean, indoor playground for immunocompromised children in Tempe since April of 2020. Originally, the nonprofit was building on Apache in Tempe in a donated space. Unfortunatley, they lost that space when the ...
Teach Kids About Creating a Homestead
Homesteading is a lifestyle that emphasizes self-sufficiency and sustainability. It involves growing your own food, raising animals, and making use of natural resources in a responsible way. Teaching kids about homesteading can be a great way to instill values of ...
It’s Girl Scout Cookie Season: How to Support the Largest Girl-Led Entrepreneurial Program in the World
Girl Scout Cookie Season Bigger Than Ever Local Season Extended to Seven Full Weeks, Will Take Place Jan. 16 to Mar. 5, 2023 Each year, Girl Scouts in Arizona participate in the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world: The ...
Epic Kids January 2023
Introducing the January 2023 issue of Epic Kids. Enjoy! Click on the photo above to view the January 2023 issue of Epic Kids. We welcome feedback and story suggestions. Let us know about the epic kids you know in the ...
18 under 18 Nominations Open for JA: Young Leaders, Change Makers, and Innovators Encouraged to Apply
Junior Achievement of Arizona’s 18 under 18 nominations are open until Jan. 31, 2023, at midnight. Nominees have to be under 18 years of age by July 1, 2022, and attend kindergarten through 12th grade in Arizona. “The Junior Achievement ...
Family Fitness: How to Get Moving with Your Kids
Getting exercise in with your family can be a great bonding experience that brings you closer together. Here’s how to get moving with your kids! The Big Benefits of Family Fitness Family fitness is a great way to involve the ...
The Long Road to Autism Evaluation
By Morgan Hall, PhD, clinical neuropsychologist and clinical director for Axis for Autism When children are diagnosed with autism, their parents often experience a flood of emotions – worry, relief, overwhelm or even hope – but they’re rarely, if ever, ...
Epic Kids December 2022
Introducing the December 2022 issue of Epic Kids. Enjoy! Click on the photo above to view the December 2022 issue of Epic Kids. We welcome feedback and story suggestions. Let us know about the epic kids you know in the ...
Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Receives Multi-Million Donation
Gift will help significantly advance the organization's mission to provide life-changing experiences, mentorship, and programming Photos Courtesy of Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) announced a $2.8 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. This local gift is part ...
Fun and Easy Winter Science Experiments for Kids
Whether the weather is chilly or not so chilly by you, winter science experiments for kids are something you have to try this season! Here are a few fun and easy experiments to keep your kids learning and playing this ...
Holiday Eats: Dine Out at These Family-Friendly Spots This Holiday Season
By Gretchen Pahia Federal Pizza federalpizza.com Just in time for the holiday season, in addition to their regularly delicious menu, Federal Pizza rolled out some new menu items including a Flaming Lips wood-fired pizza made with hot chili honey. ...