As the holidays approach, do you wish you could provide your children with a gift that would give joy beyond the winter break? What about a gift that isn’t covered in wrapping paper and tied with a bow? This year, consider giving a gift of your time and effort by volunteering for your favorite organization ...

Start the year off right and bring in 2016 with fun festivities that the whole family can enjoy. From daytime happenings to family-friendly evening events, there are many options on New Year's Eve in Northeast Ohio. Check out the following list to start making plans for your family's festive, kid-friendly celebration. ...

Put the Christmas carols on the radio and take a drive to see some of the best Christmas lights in our area. There are so many great displays to choose from, including displays synchronized to music, ones with hundreds of inflatables and twinkling lights, and even ones you can walk or drive through. ...

The school year is underway and your child’s first report card will arrive soon. Has the year, which started with such promise, already begun descending into a pattern of frustration and bad grades? If a child’s school performance has dropped, parents often are left wondering what happens next. Tutoring might offer homework help, skill building or enrichment that your child needs. ...

Families can join this event for refreshments and to discuss a variety of topics that will help students succeed. The special nights are held monthly during the school year and are open to all interested families at participating branch libraries. ...

Many children are in need of a loving forever home — according to AdoptUSKids, there are more than 100,000 children in foster care, ranging in age from infants to 21-year-olds, waiting to be adopted in the United States. Of course, the issue also affects many children in Northeast Ohio, too. While it can be discouraging to think of these children in need, there is hope, as demonstrated by several local children and adoptive parents. In their own words, they tell us what adoption means and how it has changed their lives. ...

With the beginning of November comes the start of the holiday season and fun things to do. In the spirit of Thanksgiving holiday next week, take a moment to count your blessings, give thanks and enjoy some of these Thanksgiving themed events taking place across Northeast Ohio. ...

Looking for a venue or some unique ways to celebrate your child's special day? There are plenty of resources around the region to make your party special and fun. From treats, a special guest or a place to play, here are some options for the whole family. Also, our partner Northeast Ohio Family Fun brings more ideas. ...

Starting with their first birthday, each year we celebrate our children as they slowly grow from that cake-smashing infant into that 16-year-old high school student. Every birthday is special, but there are certain milestones along the way that bring something new and exciting. Planning these celebrations can be overwhelming. Here are a few popular party trends to try for your child's next milestone. ...

With the weather turning cooler and summer days spent in your swimsuit now just a memory, it’s easy to get off course and skip the regular exercise routine. Ashley Weingart, mother of three, a marathon runner and Northeast Ohio Parent blogger, says it's time to get out and seize the moment before the weather makes it even more challenging. She provides readers tips for staying motivated and safe on fall and winter runs. ...