It's apple-picking time. Fill your baskets with the many varieties, enjoy the scenery, sip the cider and eat apple-flavored donuts, attend the festivities and much more. There's plenty to do across the region to celebrate everything apple. ...

For the first time ever, an Andean condor chick has hatched at the Akron Zoo! The male chick hatched on Friday, July 23 and is doing well. His parents are the zoo's two Andean condors, Grock and Carlotta. ...

The 2021 Education Guide focuses on relevant back-to-school topics like separation anxiety, at-home STEM spaces, creative offerings for lunchboxes, welcoming the new kids at school, area open houses, homeschool events and much more. ...

Learn more about this community through the eyes of residents, city officials, schools and businesses. Find out how to spend time in the city and get to know how Avon Lake residents stepped up to help the school district during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. ...

The September issue of Northeast Ohio Parent has arrived! Check it out on newsstands or view the digital edition. This month, see the pull-out 2021 Education Guide. Also, featured are Fall fun craft ideas for kids, how to save space in your home, screen time tips and more! ...

Have you ever wanted to know why stingrays bury themselves in the sand sometimes, or what those holes on the top of their bodies are? Greater Cleveland Aquarium Curator Ray P. took some time to answer questions that Passholders submitted. ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner, is joined by Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who talks about alternative career pathways for students. There are many educational opportunities students may take advantage of including College Credit Plus, apprenticeships, career centers, among others. ...

Northeast Ohio Parent is proud to partner with National Council of Jewish Women/Cleveland in the creation of an annual publication highlighting LiveSpecial.com, plus area organizations who serve individuals with special needs. In the 2021-22 edition, you’ll find features on progress in the community, support, technology, relationships, people in the region who go above and beyond to support the special needs community, and much more. ...

Northeast Ohio offers dozens of resale, thrift and consignment stores where you can find high-quality, stylish clothes at a fraction of retail prices. See our guide to kick off your bargain hunt. ...

Learn how to draw and color a giraffe with Miss Hairbrush! Start from scratch and follow along, or use the COLORSKILLS coloring book page and just fill in the lines. ...