2015 Editions

Winterfest is a free family event for Clevelanders of all ages to experience the holiday magic of the season. Downtown will be bustling with activities for families throughout the day, including free horse-drawn carriage rides, a variety of live entertainment, time-honored traditions, tasty treats and more. ...

Put the Christmas carols on the radio and take a drive to see some of the best Christmas lights in our area. There are so many great displays to choose from, including displays synchronized to music, ones with hundreds of inflatables and twinkling lights, and even ones you can walk or drive through. ...

Many children are in need of a loving forever home — according to AdoptUSKids, there are more than 100,000 children in foster care, ranging in age from infants to 21-year-olds, waiting to be adopted in the United States. Of course, the issue also affects many children in Northeast Ohio, too. While it can be discouraging to think of these children in need, there is hope, as demonstrated by several local children and adoptive parents. In their own words, they tell us what adoption means and how it has changed their lives. ...

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It's Halloween on Saturday and if you're still looking for family-friendly Halloween events, there's lots of happenings. Take your family and enjoy the non-scary activities, which include trick-or-treating, hayrides, kid-friendly games, crafts and much more. ...

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Yoga is a mind-body practice that combines stretching exercises and controlled breathing. According to The Mayo Clinic, yoga brings together physical and mental disciplines to achieve peacefulness of body and mind, helping people relax and manage stress and anxiety. It’s beneficial for any age group, even children. ...

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. In the U.S., 15,780 children age 21 and younger are diagnosed with cancer every year; approximately one-fourth of them will not survive the disease. A cancer diagnosis turns the lives of the entire family upside down. Northeast Ohio Parent shares one of these stories, high school athlete Jackie Custer's inspirational journey in the fight against cancer. ...

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Taste of Hudson, Sept. 6-7, offers more than 110 different tented attractions, free live music and high-end food. It has activities for both adults and kids. The Primrose Clocktower Green, across from the Main Street Shops, and The Akron Children’s Hospital Activity Green are two places the little ones can play. Also on the green, you can find Little Tikes Land, a yearly space where kids can test out the latest play equipment and toys. Check out this year's attractions for the family and how you can celebrate Labor Day weekend in Hudson. ...