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Volunteering is a worthwhile family activity year-round. Right now, it provides a great opportunity to get into the holiday spirit and teach your kids the value of helping others. Find the cause your family will support with this list of volunteer opportunities. ...

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We asked readers to nominate moms and dads who are going above and beyond — sometimes, despite challenges of their own — not just for their family, but for their community as a whole. Read their stories here. ...

When a family makes the decision to serve as foster or adoptive parents, there is a lot to consider in order to prepare for the addition of a young child or teenager. Agencies that support and assist families with this process share what parents — and other members of the family — can do to get ready before the child arrives home. ...

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The decision of where to send your child to receive their education is a big one, so you want to be prepared when visiting a potential school. Use this handy guide for asking the right questions in order to get the most from your visit. ...

Sara Carnes, co-host of The Family Friendly Morning Show on Cleveland's 95.5 The Fish, encourages others to "rewind" family movie night by introducing kids to some classic films from decades gone by. ...

Northeast Ohio offers tons of party planning resources. Spice up your next bash with a little help from these local planners, entertainers, centers and more! ...

Many games not only help kids have fun, but also learn. Randy Kulman, founder and president of LearningWorks for Kids, an organization that helps inform and instruct parents on how to enrich and enhance their kids’ digital playtime, provides the following games to try on smart devices. ...