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Sara Carnes, of 95.5 The Fish

#CLEMAMA: It’s True: Hiking Makes you Happier

Summer vacation is something my family and I always look forward to each year. Every year brings pretty much the same thing — we look forward to going south. Before

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Making the Transition from Summer Days to School Days

As the lazy, hazy days of summer melt away like a popsicle on the hot pavement, family thoughts turn to the approach of the school year. While many parents eagerly

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Scavenger Hunt Fun at Eton Explorers Event this Tuesday

Visit Eton Chagrin Boulevard in Woodmere on August 15 for the final installment in the Eton Explorers summer event series. Eton Explorers — Scavenger Hunt is a free, family-friendly event presented by Joseph and Florence Mandel Jewish Day School and Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine. Come for crafts, games and other activities, including a scavenger hunt with prizes for all participants and a grand prize currently valued at more than $700 for one lucky winner. ...
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Explaining kids' doctor visits and vaccination schedules

The Need for Children’s Wellness Visits

Learn how to prepare yourself — and your child — before their next wellness visit. From vaccines and common parent concerns to explaining the visit to your child and easing worries about getting a shot, we offer tips to make the appointment go smoothly. ...
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Food chaining for kids who are picky eaters

Food Chaining: Double the Number of Foods Your Child Eats

Getting your toddler or preschooler to stop playing and sit down to dinner is challenging enough, let alone getting them to eat the nutritious meal you just prepared. For some kids, fussy eating is a fleeting stage. For others, it can become an ongoing challenge and make mealtime a stressful, chaotic experience for everyone involved. Learn about food chaining for picky eaters, including examples to use with your own child. ...
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Eaton Chagrin Boulevard events

Eton Explorers Returns to Eton Chagrin Blvd. August 15 for a Scavenger Hunt

Eton Explorers — Scavenger Hunt is a free, family-friendly event that brings together crafts, games and other activities. Features include custom balloon creations, character appearances, glitter tattoos and a scavenger hunt with prizes for all participants — and a grand prize currently valued at more than $600 for one lucky winner. ...
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solar eclipse events

Where to View the August 21 Solar Eclipse in Northeast Ohio

Next Monday, people across the U.S. will see the sun disappear behind the moon. In Ohio, we will view a partial solar eclipse. Find out where to go and learn methods to safely experience the eclipse in the greater Cleveland/Akron region. There's family-friendly fun to be had throughout this weekend, as well as special viewing events on Monday. ...
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Goldfish Swim School of Hudson

Goldfish Swim School Opens in Hudson, Plans Free Grand Opening Event

The new Goldfish Swim School of Hudson provides swim instruction to children ages 4 months to 12. It has highly trained instructors, small class sizes, and shiver-free 90-degree pools. It also offers weekly family swims and party packages. Find out more about the newest area location, including a special Grand Opening event. ...
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Children's resale events in Ohio

Northeast Ohio Children’s Resale Events for Fall 2017

Shopping resale for gently used baby and kids clothing, equipment and more can bolster your back-to-school budget, since items cost significantly less than retail prices. Beginning this weekend and throughout the fall, many organizations in the area hold resale events. Check this list to plan your shopping. ...
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Return to a school year sleep routine

Crash Course: Returning to a School-Year Sleep Routine

Trading summer’s relaxed sleep schedule for a school-year routine is an important part of back-to-school prep. While you can’t make your kids celebrate summer’s end, you can plan for brighter mornings and happier days with these tips. ...
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