A local art teacher realized that most of the children in an Akron charter school would not have the privilege of receiving school pictures, the Cleveland Institute of Art graduate turned to the college for help. This led to a project to help kids get that memorable experience. ...

Join the mall for these two events this weekend. Families can have breakfast with Santa on Saturday, or children in the area can don their pajamas and come to the mall for holiday story time with the big guy in the red suit on Sunday. ...

Winning a scholarship can be as competitive as gaining entrance to the college of your teen's choice. These tips will help your teen prepare scholarship applications that get him or her noticed - and could earn some extra cash to pay for school. ...

Figuring out the difference between a normally active child and the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) child can be complicated. It can be difficult for families to know when to worry about their child being too hyperactive. Perhaps a teacher alerts parents that their son is more fidgety than his classmates. Or maybe parents noticed that their daughter acts “wilder” than her siblings. On the other hand, some kids are naturally more energetic than others. Dr. Jess Levy from University Hospitals provides parents with information and explores concerns about the disorder. ...

Looking to start a business? Cuyahoga County Public Library’s Solon and Strongsville branches are offering free workshops designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs realize their dreams of starting and growing their own successful business or franchise. ...

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The annual Great Books for Kids highlights books for kids of all ages selected by Cuyahoga County Library librarians. The more than 100 titles featured are available to borrow in multiple formats, as well as purchase at a discounted price. ...

Opportunities for fishing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking and wildlife observation await visitors in Medina County Park District’s newest park, Killbuck Lakes, now open to the public. Its centerpiece is a sprawling 47-acre lake surrounded by a 1.23-mile nature trail. ...

First & Main Hudson will be collecting snowflakes with holiday and inspirational messages written on them for active military members in all divisions. The snowflakes will be distributed via the Northeast Ohio Foundation for Patriotism in an effort to bring holiday cheer to the brave men and women that are protecting our freedom around the world. ...

The estate is illuminated inside and out with over 800,000 lights and the historic Manor House is decorated and inspired by the theme of “Home for the Holidays.” Dazzle is an outdoor light show animated to new music each year, while Gingerbread Land is the popular Playgarden “dressed up” for the holiday season. ...