Start the year off right and bring in 2016 with fun festivities that the whole family can enjoy. From daytime happenings to family-friendly evening events, there are many options on New Year's Eve in Northeast Ohio. Check out the following list to start making plans for your family's festive, kid-friendly celebration. ...

The all abilities playground, which is open to the public, provides ramps, a “cruiser,” which is a wheelchair accessible motion glider, and adapted swings. A committee of volunteers collaborated with the city of Parma to build the playground at James Day Park. ...

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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. ...

The school year is underway and your child’s first report card will arrive soon. Has the year, which started with such promise, already begun descending into a pattern of frustration and bad grades? If a child’s school performance has dropped, parents often are left wondering what happens next. Tutoring might offer homework help, skill building or enrichment that your child needs. ...

“Disneyland has more 'Magic' per square foot.” Mark - Tricia's husband. ...