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Cast a ballot for your favorite businesses, attractions, family services and more. The voting period ends soon — May 17 — so be sure to vote for your favorites in order to be entered into a drawing to win a family 4-pack of tickets to a Cleveland Indians game! ...

Pinecrest Play Days kicks off its inaugural season in Orange Village this summer beginning Tuesday, June 11, with the theme of “Summer Camp Out." Registration is now open for the free event, which includes crafts, giveaways, a balloon artist, snacks, face painting/glitter tattoos, games and more. ...

Fun at First & Main returns for the fourth season in Hudson this summer beginning Tuesday, June 4 with the theme of Crafty Kids. Registration is now open for the free event, which includes crafts, giveaways, a balloon artist, snacks, face painting/glitter tattoos, games and much more! ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner continues discussing 21st century skills that kids need to know with guest Tamara Strom, who has a wealth of experience in the fields of business and education. Listen as she shares what schools are doing to foster important skills and what parents can do at home to instill these skills. ...

While many people use these words interchangeably, there are some important differences to note. These differences are helpful for those who may be wondering if (or when) they need to get professional help for themselves or their children. ...

When we think about keeping our family safe online, the conversation usually focuses on the content on the screens of their favorite devices. However, one of the biggest threats to your family’s safety is one that many families tend to overlook: hackers.   ...

Crocker Kids returns for its fifth season at Crocker Park in Westlake this summer. The series will kick off with the first event on Tuesday, May 21, with the theme “Get Your Craft On.” Activities vary each month, including crafts, giveaways, a balloon artist, snacks, face painting/glitter tattoos, games and much more! ...

Some camps push the boundaries of kids’ abilities and brain power, challenging and honing their skills and confidence. "X-treme" camps take a specific hobby, activity or aspiration to the next level, becoming an immersive experience that can change kids’ lives. They’re often designed to get campers out of their comfort zones to think outside the box and explore their own physical and mental limits — but in a fun, safe and supervised way. ...

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According to the CDC, the number of middle and high school students vaping regularly rose by 1.5 million just in 2018 — roughly a 77 percent surge. Learn the dangers of e-cigarettes, signs your child may be vaping, as well as what area schools are doing to help students quit the addictive habit. ...