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FREE Movies at the Drive-in – Santa Barbara
We have another Feel Good Friday for Santa Barbara locals! Our local drive-in theater is showing FREE movies every Wednesday and we can't think of a better way to make memories this summer. Sponsored by Montecito Bank & Trust, UCSB Athletics and Arts &...
Will COVID-19 Cause Spike in Divorce?
Should we expect a rise in divorce filings to emerge in the wake of COVID-19? Experts are saying quarantine is driving couples six feet apart - even at home. Money worries, boredom, lack of escape, conflicts over the kids or chores are just some of the stresses that...
4th of July Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
Beaches are closed and fireworks are cancelled this 4th of July, but what about a celestial phenomenon instead? Calling all observers, this week's Feel Good Friday has everything you need to know about the upcoming penumbral lunar eclipse! If your fireworks display is...
Summer Activities in Santa Barbara During COVID-19
Still looking for ways to get the most out of this COVID-19 summer? Today's Feel Good Friday has got Santa Barbara locals covered as far as planning fun summer activities goes! We have rounded a list of the very best activities Santa Barbara County has to offer - all...
Reduce Stress During COVID-19
The coronavirus isn't going to just go away, and neither is your stress! Brought to you in part by the @CDC, this week's Feel Good Friday is providing our readers with wellness strategies that will reduce your pandemic-related stress and anxiety. According to the...
Self-Care for Parents During Pandemic & Protests
The overlap between the COVID-19 pandemic, historic unemployment rates and police brutality protests raging in cities across the country are three national crises that have been proven to impact our mental health. This week's Feel Good Friday is dedicated to parents...
Anti-Racism Books for Kids of All Ages
The murder of George Floyd has caused a public rediscovery of America's legacy of racism.The road to justice has several lanes. In order to move in the right direction, it is our responsibility as parents to teach our kids about anti-racism. This week's blog post is...
Advance Social & Emotional Learning Campaign – California Department of Education
Addressing the social and emotional needs of our kids has never been more important. That's why we are eager to share this week's Feel Good Friday! The California Department of Education announces the launch of a new campaign, "Advance Social and Emotional Learning,"...
Teaching Your Kids About Resiliency During the Pandemic
The great unknowns associated with the COVID-19 pandemic has led to heightened levels of stress and anxiety nationwide. As this dark cloud of uncertainty looms over us, parents are wondering how they can support their children emotionally during a time of crisis. We...