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Two Guys from Italy Shape Carmel Valley Dining Landscape

March 9, 2015 No Comment

The Carmel Valley dining experience is changing quickly and two guys are at the forefront of the new landscape. Many Carmel Valley residents are frequent visitors to Villa Capri in Piazza Carmel – the only truly authentic Italian Restaurant in the area. I was lucky enough to be invited to a private party a few weeks back […]

Feng Shui New Cycle for Women – 2015 Year of the Sheep

March 5, 2015 No Comment

In Feng Shui, there are 9 cycles called Periods. Each cycle last 20 years. We are currently in period 8 which is half over; watch out men, the next period will favor women. Really, women will rule, and be fearful, because women also work together – a “girls’ club” – as for past cycles, it’s […]

Mission & Purpose are Key for Carmel Valley Chiropractor

March 2, 2015 No Comment

Dr. Ronco: First of all, David, thanks for having me on. As the Carmel Valley Chiropractor, it’s a pleasure to be here. I really like doing this stuff for you and for The Carmel Valley Life because it is local community stuff. Really what this came down to was the essence of my practice is […]

Carmel Valley Urged to Donate Dancewear to Give Hope

February 23, 2015 No Comment

As in most dance schools, ushering out the old year and in with the new also means it’s time for a little ‘housekeeping’. I know in our studio and I suspect we are not alone, we accumulate a wealth of left behind clothing, including dancewear from September through December. Don’t ask me how or why; […]

Preparing for Your Child’s Well Child Check-Up and Vaccines

February 20, 2015 No Comment

Well child checks are a routine part of a child’s life. These visits are opportunities to follow their growth and development and to review accurate information regarding their overall health. Topics such as nutrition, bedwetting, parenting, and, of course, vaccinations can all be reviewed at this time. Here are some tips to prepare for these […]

Local Preschool Collaborates with Dr. Shah of UCSD!

February 19, 2015 No Comment

FasTracKids Collaboration with Dr. Shah, Assistant Professor at UCSD On Jan 29th & 30th FasTracKids Carmel Valley/Del Mar hosted Dr. Sameer Shah, a FasTracKids parent & Assistant Professor at UCSD. FasTracKids is an interactive child-centered preschool program designed to provide students from diverse backgrounds the skills and confidence required to succeed. Technology is strongly integrated into […]

A Sacred Space of Your Own for the New Year 2015

February 17, 2015 No Comment

This desk is my “escape zone.” When I sit on this desk, my family knows not to disturb me, because that is my “me” time when I let my mind wander. All of us can afford a little corner that belongs to us so that we can be ourselves and daydream. Life is so beautiful […]

Phonics Friday at Del Mar Preschool

February 6, 2015 No Comment

Good morning. It’s Kristin Rude, Owner and Director of FasTracKids, Del Mar. Today is Phonics Friday. And so I thought I would share with all of you some of the fun things we do on Friday at our Del Mar preschool. We also have somebody’s birthday today. Whose birthday is it, Juliet? It’s yours, right? […]

Sportswear for Woman – Vivacity’s Spring 2015 Collection

February 4, 2015 No Comment

I’m Vivian Sayward. I’m here with Christina Zeller of Vivacity, Sportswear for Woman. And we are so excited to talk about our Spring 2015 line. We have great new fabrics, new colors. And Christina’s going to talk a little bit more about each new function and feature of our collection. Christina, let’s start off with […]

Something to Bark About: Dog Social a Huge Success

February 2, 2015 No Comment

The event was held as part of the BARK After DARK series that are hosted at local, dog-friendly locations and usually involve food and drinks for people and promotional give-aways from healthy dog food companies. If you have a restaurant or brewery where you would like to host a BARK After DARK, please email […]

Benefits of Kindermusik for Preschoolers

January 28, 2015 No Comment

FasTrack Music is based on Kindermusik International’s ABC Music & Me program. Targeting preschoolers, three to five years old, FasTrack Music is much more than a music class. Centered around storytelling, imaginative play and taking turns, FasTrack Music curriculum includes 12 different CD-based modules. The theme is changed monthly to focus on different areas of a child’s development. […]

Do You Remember that Game Red Light Green Light?

January 27, 2015 No Comment

Do you remember that game Red Light Green Light? Ever play it as a kid? In the oh so special way my brain works, I started thinking of this childhood game with regards to resolutions. Green Light! I am going to lose weight I am going workout every morning I am going to stop drinking alcohol […]