Returning for its second year, Shining Star CLE is a solo-singing competition that gives high school students from eight Northeast Ohio counties the chance to compete for college scholarships and perform in the Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square.

Crocker Kids returns to Crocker Park in Westlake tomorrow for a Safari Party from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., complete with a performance by Jungle Terry and Friends at noon! The free, family-friendly event will include interactive inflatables, face painting, balloon twisting, crafts, activities, prizes and more. 95.5 The Fish will be on site with music and entertainment, and the splash pad will be open.

While every baby and child develops at different rates, there are some milestones that generally can be expected by certain ages. This includes certain speech, language and hearing developmental milestones. Check this list for some typical milestones for babies who are up to six months of age.

Milestones Autism Resources honored its 2018 award recipients last week at the Milestones National Autism Conference, held in Cleveland. Winners were recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions for the autism community.

The U.S. Department of Education named Magnificat High School in Rocky River among the 2018 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools award honorees. The award acknowledges the school’s commitment to sustainable practices and leadership in facilities, health and environmental education.

The recently opened Everyday Heroes Activity Center at the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage hosted students from the Mandel Jewish Day School last Friday for a celebration of their last day of school. The center features interactive stations where children can enjoy books, crafts, movement and more while exploring the themes of being an everyday hero.