Cleveland Institute of Music Raises Funds to Fight Hunger Through Music

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine

February 28, 2022

Cleveland’s Music for Food concert, one of approximately 20 similar events nationwide, took place Wednesday, February 23 at Mixon Hall. The school announced that its Music for Food Benefit Concert had raised $17,000 for an east side food bank. ...

Talking to Kids about the War in Ukraine

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February 28, 2022

Parenting

Kids may feel uneasy about the war in Ukraine and have questions about what they’ve seen and heard. So, how do we approach the topic without stoking their fears? Dr. Vanessa Jensen, pediatric psychologist at Cleveland Clinic Children’s, said for small children, it’s best to keep it simple. ...

Cleveland Museum of Art’s ‘Currents and Constellations: Black Art in Focus’

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February 24, 2022

Things to do

"Currents and Constellations: Black Art in Focus" puts art from the CMA’s permanent collection in conversation with a vanguard of emerging and mid-career Black artists, as each explores the fundaments of art making, embracing and challenging art history. ...

Camp of the Week: Holden Forests & Gardens Summer Camps 2022

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February 24, 2022

Camp Camp of the Week

Get your kids connected to and excited about nature at two unique outdoor campuses– the Holden Arboretum in Kirtland and Cleveland Botanical Garden in University Circle, packed with outdoor exploration, hands-on learning, and physical and creative activities. ...

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Names Gorilla

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February 20, 2022

Worth Noting

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo revealed the name for the baby gorilla born on October 26, following a three-week naming campaign in support of gorilla conservation. The baby gorilla made history as the first born at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in its 139 years. ...

Helping Kids Be Kind and Inclusive to Peers with Medical Conditions

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February 20, 2022

Ages & Stages Health Parenting

To foster inclusivity, here are tips to help parents answer their kids’ questions about peers who have a medical condition. ...

NBA All-Star Festivities for the Whole Family This Weekend

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February 16, 2022

Things to do

The 2022 NBA All-Star is here! Residents and visitors alike will have plenty of opportunities to experience the fun and excitement of the weekend across the city. Downtown Cleveland Alliance shares a variety of events — from dining and retail to arts, entertainment and more! ...

Camp of the Week: YMCA of Greater Cleveland

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February 16, 2022

Camp of the Week

A home away from home where kids laugh, learn, explore and grow, all while creating memories and friendships that last a lifetime. The YMCA of Greater Cleveland knows that every kid is different —that’s why they offer camps for your child’s needs. ...