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Now that the holiday season is almost over, it's time to take down the decorations. If you were celebrating Christmas, you might have had a live tree, which is a great tradition for many families across Northeast Ohio. However, where does it go after the fun is over? Instead of throwing it away in the trash, find a place to recycle your tree at these locations around the region. ...

The Children's Museum of Cleveland will be closing on Jan. 3 and will transition to serve the community through its new "Museum Without Walls" program until renovation of the Stager-Beckwith mansion in Midtown is complete. Families can still visit the current museum at its University Circle location through Jan. 3, where all exhibits are open. Also join museum staff for activities and entertainment at the New Year’s Eve at Noon Celebration. ...

Kids took a ride on the Polar Express during a special story time last week. The children were dressed in their pajamas to hear the classic Christmas tale. Also, we highlight some teen- and kid-friendly events happening in January. ...

The Akron-Summit Library branches have a variety of events next week to keep winter break fun and moving for the family. From kid-friendly films, make and take crafts, trading cards, a dance party, video games and hands-on nature activities, your school-age child won't be bored this break. ...

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 ...

Many couples experience trouble conceiving, but few people talk about it. A local family shares their story and offers advice and encouragement. Also, pre-conception counseling can target fertility issues. Dr. Rima Bachuwa, of OB/GYN of Westlake, offers tips for couples who want to have a baby. ...

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. ...

Take the family on a trip to a Christmas Tree farm and experience the fun of finding and cutting down your perfect Christmas tree from the field. In addition, many of the farms offer unique experiences like horse-drawn wagon rides, campfires with hot chocolate and specialty handmade Christmas decor. ...

The all abilities playground, which is open to the public, provides ramps, a “cruiser,” which is a wheelchair accessible motion glider, and adapted swings. A committee of volunteers collaborated with the city of Parma to build the playground at James Day Park. ...