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Register Today for Crocker Kids — Crafty Kids Event

Registration is now open for Crafty Kids, the 2018 Crocker Kids kick-off event. The first 250 registered families qualify for a free 2018 Crocker Kids T-shirt, so act soon! The May 22 event will feature crafts, games and other activities, as well as balloon twisting, face painting, music, entertainment and more. ...
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Things to do with kids in Cleveland

Springtime Baby: Outdoor Fun for Little Ones at Home and Beyond Your Backyard

It seems like spring has finally sprung in Northeast Ohio. There are so many ways to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine — both at home and out and about in the greater Cleveland/Akron area — with babies and toddlers. Here are some of our favorite ways to engage your little one in springtime fun. ...
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Estate planning for Ohio parents

5 Common Estate Planning Mistakes and How Parents can Avoid Them

Since estate planning involves thinking about death, many people put it off until their senior years or simply ignore it all together until it becomes too late. While not having any estate plan is the biggest blunder you can make, even those who do create a plan can run into trouble if they don’t understand exactly how estate plans function. ...
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Are Your Teen’s Tech Devices Preventing a Good Night’s Rest?

Growing up, many of us probably remember our parents telling us to turn off the TV and go to bed.

But now, with so many electronic devices at our fingertips,

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Crocker Kids — Crafty Kids Registration Opens Soon

Registration opens April 2 for Crafty Kids, the 2018 Crocker Kids kick-off event, which will be held at Crocker Park in Westlake on May 22. The first 250 registered families qualify for a free Crocker Kids T-shirt, so don't wait! ...
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A Reminder Before we Compare Ourselves to Other Parents

She was sitting in front of me at the mandatory annual parent meeting.

Her teeth were obviously whitened by a dentist, not a hair out of place, makeup gorgeously applied, 

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Summer on the Autism Spectrum: How to Plan for Progress

For young adults on the autism spectrum, taking advantage of the summer months often is essential to gaining valuable experience, learning new skills, and preparing for the next chapter of

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Podcast Episode #4: Parent Panel — A Dad’s Perspective on Kids and Sports

In the latest episode of the aParently Speaking podcast, host Miriam Conner talks about kids and sports with three area dads who are parents as well as coaches. Listen and learn from these experts who have heard and seen it all! ...
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New Healthy Kids Grant Available to Parents

Action for Healthy Kids has announced a new Parents for Healthy Kids grant for the 2018-19 school year designed for parents and parent-groups (PTAs, PTOs, etc.) to lead school-based physical activity and nutrition initiatives and to engage more parents in student and family health. The deadline to apply is April 6. ...
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4 Phrases Parents Can Say to Raise Capable and Confident Kids

Most parents want their kids to grow up, move out, and be able to support themselves financially and emotionally. Why then, is it so hard for parents to raise confident

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