Families

County Reveals Top 10 Baby Names of 2022

| 11:37 AM

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One means “gift of God”—the other “peace.” Mateo and Olivia were the two most popular baby names for newborns in San Diego County in 2022, the County Health and Human Services Agency reported Wednesday.

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A Look into the New Child and Family Well-Being Department

| 8:19 AM

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On July 1, San Diego County Child Welfare Services begins its transition into the new Child and Family Well-Being Department. As explained in this video, the new department will integrate multiple child and family serving systems, including First 5 San Diego, Child Welfare Services, and other Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) departments, under one umbrella to deliver both prevention and safeguarding services.

Families
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100+ Free Things to Do in July

| 12:55 PM

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We’ve compiled an extensive list of more than 100 County activities for you and your families. There are things from babies to older adults and everyone in between. There are even some creative educational activities where the kids might not even realize they’re learning while they’re having fun.

Parks and Rec

Summer Movies in the Park Schedule Announced

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Pack some popcorn and gather up family and friends for Summer Movies in the Park. The fun, family-friendly – and free! – series officially kicks off this season with “Moana” at Waterfront Park on Friday, May 26.

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VIDEO: Library Helps Kids Get Ready for Kindergarten

| 2:20 PM

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Do you have a child that’s due to enter kindergarten in the upcoming year? Our libraries can help get your little one acquainted with technology, reading and even social skills. To learn more about San Diego County Libraries, including locations and classes near you, visit sdcl.org.

Library

County Library Branches Offering Free Summer Meals for Kids

| 1:57 PM

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Free healthy lunches for children 18 and under are available once again this summer at several San Diego County Library branches. Two locations are also offering breakfast and one location is providing dinner as well. The library is partnering with the Summer Meals Coalition to provide the meals to children throughout the county to fill […]