Summer camp at the Y creates an environment where kids can be themselves, discover exciting new things, and make memories that last a lifetime. The Lake County Y Central, East End, West End and Outdoor Y branches offer a variety of summer day camp experiences for preschoolers and children ages 4-14, as well as overnight camp experiences for teens and family camp. ...

The first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, activated 20 million Americans from all walks of life and is widely credited with launching the modern environmental movement. Celebrate this year's Earth Day with your family by enjoying nature, learning about local conservation efforts, and participating in hands-on activities and crafts. There's plenty to do in Northeast Ohio to help celebrate the occasion; check our list to plan your family's "green" weekend. ...

The event, set for May 6-7 at Cleveland’s Playhouse Square, is geared toward families and is a great opportunity to introduce young children to live theater. The weekend includes many family-friendly performances, workshops and activities. Plus, find out how you can enter a Northeast Ohio Parent giveaway to win tickets to International Children’s Theater Festival performances! ...

Video auditions are being accepted for the solo-singing competition for high school students. Students (graduation dates 2018-2021) who live in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Medina or Summit counties are eligible to enter. Winners will receive college scholarships, and finalists will get the chance to perform on stage. ...

The Connecting for Kids Parking Lot Safety Awareness Program offers families free safety kits to educate children about the dangers of running away from a car without holding an adult’s hand. The kits include a magnet that, when placed on the car, give kids a visual spot to put their hand to wait until an adult can safely lead them to the next destination. Kits will be available at a free Meet and Greet event in Rocky River on Wednesday. ...

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Summer is a time for kids to explore, discover and reach for big goals. This pioneering spirit is unique to the Western Reserve Academy summer programs experience. Dozens of fun and enriching programs – from sports to science, academics to adventure, dance to digital design, and piano and puppetry – are offered for kids of all ages. ...

Make plans today to visit Crocker Park in Westlake on May 16 for Crocker Kids — Art Party presented by Lake Ridge Academy and Northeast Ohio Parent magazine. This is a great event, ideal for parents and their kids ages 2 to 9, to enjoy theme-related activities such as crafts, prizes, balloon creations by The Twister Girl Balloon Company and more. Plus, 95.5 the Fish radio station will be onsite to add to the fun with music and giveaways. Be one of the first 250 families to register between April 4-24 to qualify for a free 2017 Crocker Kids T-shirt. ...

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House Bill 13, introduced last month, would permit a mother who is breastfeeding her baby to be excused from jury service. State Rep. Anne Gonzales (R-Westerville) proposed the bill after a constituent told her about an experience while serving on a jury while breastfeeding. ...