KidsOutAndAbout Weekly Newsletter
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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
It's often said that parenting is a "thankless" job. In one sense, that's undeniably true, because it will likely be many years before the young humans you're raising—the ones who actually have a stake in the outcome of the excellent job you're doing—are in a position to thank you. So you don't hear that phrase often during the first couple of decades of parenthood.
My fervent wish
for the future is to live in a world filled with engaged, culturally literate, productive, happy people. This means that what I said above isn't precisely accurate: It's not only your kids who have a stake in your parenting success, we ALL do, because the path to that future starts NOW for the young people in your orbit. So I'm grateful that you care about getting them "out and about" to the wide variety of experiences available in your community: It will make all
the difference.
Our job here at KidsOutAndAbout.com is to help you do that as easily as possible. In 2001, I created the original version of this web platform that now connects 15 million people each year with their area's activities and resources. My team gets to see it all up-close and personal as local businesses post to KidsOutAndAbout through their free listings, and then we get to turn around and shout about them to y'all, bringing your community closer to you.
So I want to
step in for the rest of the world that's not (yet) thanking you, and say it to you today: Thank you so much for what you're doing. Raising kids is hard in any era, but no one could have anticipated all the roadblocks that a pandemic would toss onto our path.
As anyone who knows me knows, I'm endlessly looking for reasons to celebrate. So today, I'm celebrating YOU with my digital megaphone and pom-poms. You're doing a great job. Future Deb sends her thanks,
too.
—Debra Ross, publisher
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes from Deb" section of our site. |
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Just a minute of your time could make a big impact. KidsOutAndAbout.com is conducting a short survey to better understand how families are navigating the fast-changing world of AI. We're asking all parents, grandparents, and caregivers-whether you're
tech-savvy or not-to weigh in.
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Private Schools in the San Diego, CA area: Try it before you buy it... and even before you visit! This is KidsOutAndAbout.com's video sneak peek into local private school experiences. If your school should have a video on this page, please send a link to the school's video on YouTube or Vimeo to ross@kidsoutandabout.com.
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Private schools and alternative schools in the San Diego area cater to every educational need and parent philosophy. We have tons of options for educating our kids, both traditional and non-traditional! This is KidsOutAndAbout's education highlight page, containing specially featured schools and also our master list of local schools.
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With your support, we will raise crucial funds to feed the homeless through Father Joe’s Villages’ meal program. Join us for the 2025 Thanksgiving Turkey Trot, San Diego’s original and longest-standing event dedicated to this cause. Together, we can give back to our community and make a lasting impact on those in need!
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Join us to “move your feet before you eat” this Thanksgiving at Oceanside’s 20th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk & Kids Run. Register & join one of the fastest-growing holiday traditions. Be sure to bring the entire family, as there will be races for everyone. The event offers a costume contest, the largest teams competition, fabulous live entertainment on the course, and finisher medals for all participants. Free photos, medals, shirts, and live results to all registered participants.
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Bring the family to meet Santa at Christown Spectrum in Phoenix! From November 28 through December 24, 2025, enjoy festive photo experiences, themed nights, and free visits with Santa. Walk-ups are welcome, or reserve your spot online for a magical holiday tradition.
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Jurassic Quest is ROARING into a city near you!
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Shop Arts & Craft Supply Surplus on Sat, Nov 29th! Help us celebrate our 7th Anniversary of sharing craft with the community at our Craft Supply Sale! And...save on craft supplies as you head into handmaking holidays! From 10am-3pm, join us for Craft Supply shopping! From 11am-2pm, shop our Lumber Sale! And, from 10am-2pm, enjoy our Free Kids Craft! We’ll have lots of supplies and materials--beads, fabric, sewing forms, sewing machines, yarn, ribbon, power tools & much more! All ages welcome!
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Explore the science of astronomy and the mysteries of the night sky using telescopes with Jenny Hall of Paradise Valley Community College and Kevin LeGore of Focus Astronomy.
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Our Afternoon Art Classes invite students to explore a wide variety of mediums—including drawing, watercolor, collage, and painting—while also learning about contemporary artists and diverse cultures from around the world.
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Rain or Shine, the Chula Vista Farmers' Market invites everyone to come out and enjoy bites, sips, and trinkets from local vendors every Sunday from 10am to 2pm. The crisp morning, the warm sun rays, and the friendly vendors allow for a welcoming environment for the community and visitors to join together and have a wonderful time walking along the Chula Vista Farmers' Market. Bring home some local produce, baked goods, fresh flowers, salsa, and much more. There are over 60 tents to explore next to the beautiful Memorial Park, so stop by next Sunday!
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- Santa's Coming! Craft Fair at the Bates Nut Farm - Bates Nut Farm - 15954 Woods Valley Road, Valley Center, CA 92082, Friday, November 28, 2025 and Saturday, November 29, 2025, 9 am - 4 pm
- Free mini photo session with Shoott! - San Diego - Shoott - Broadway, New York, NY, USA, Friday, November 28, 2025 to Sunday, November 30, 2025, see link for times
- Santa Experience at Christown Spectrum - West Bethany Home Road, Phoenix, AZ, USA, Friday, November 28, 2025 to Sunday, November 30, 2025, 11:00
AM – 7:00 PM
- Arts & Craft Supply & Lumber Sale! - San Diego Craft Collective - Truxtun Road,
San Diego, CA, USA, Saturday, November 29, 2025, 10 am - 3 pm
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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the San Diego area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams! KidsOutAndAbout has dozens of ideas!
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2025's best places to take kids in San Diego as voted by parents. Who won the top spot? An indoor play center, museum, farm, nature center, sports team? Click through to find out, as well as favorite Arts Educator, Sports Educator, and STEM educator! Plus
there is LOTS more to do in San Diego!
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Here's to seizing opportunities to learn wherever they appear!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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