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Sponsored Content: Piano Cleveland brings the Cleveland International Piano Competition for Young Artists to University Circle with solo piano, chamber music, solo piano, chamber music, a recital by one of piano’s great luminaries, and its Final Concerto Round with the Canton Symphony Orchestra. Piano Cleveland is also hosting free community concerts. ...

Summer is filled with bike rides, pool days, playground adventures and backyard fun. Unfortunately, it’s also the season of scraped knees, bug bites, sunburns and the occasional trip to urgent care. While most summer mishaps can be handled at home, knowing when to seek medical attention can help parents feel more confident when accidents happen. ...

Stay home, splash around and have some lawn fun this summer. National Parenting Product Awards provides readers with options for water play and dry backyard activities for the whole family to enjoy. ...

July is heating up, and we know it's the perfect time for summer fun and staying cool. That's why Northeast Ohio Parent is bringing Water Party Fun to all three of our summer event locations, featuring everything from water slides, fishing pools to splash pad fun and more! ...

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Planning a summer getaway often starts with a difficult question: Who will watch the pets while the family is away? Increasingly, for many families the answer is simply to bring them along. Fortunately, there are many pet-friendly destinations within a short drive of Northeast Ohio. We provide some inspiration to help you plan a one-tank trip for the entire family — pets included. ...

Each year, we ask our readers and online followers to weigh in on their favorite family-friendly spots — local businesses, attractions, family services and more — in the Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards. The wait is over, as we announce the winners and runners-up in our 11th annual contest. ...

Join us for outdoor family-friendly fun on Tuesdays at Crocker Park, Legacy Village, and First & Main. For the June events, it's time for your child to show off their skills with a Talent Show theme. There is more fun for everyone with performances by Jessie Jukebox, glitter tattoos, crafts, giveaways and other free activities. ...

Sponsored content. Mark your calendars: the 39th Dublin Irish Festival will be at Coffman Park July 31 through August 2. The festival is thoughtfully designed for the whole family from start to finish, including a sensory-friendly calming space.  Also, the entertainment lineup features 60 acts and more than 800 performers. ...

Library summer reading programs are a fun, free and effective way to help prevent the "summer slide" while keeping children's minds active and engaged. As an added bonus, these programs do more than encourage reading, since they usually offer games, prizes, themed events and community connection. ...