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Notre Dame College held its first Falcon Community Day last month, which meant all on-campus and synchronous classes were canceled for students. Faculty and staff were notified of the special event prior but kept the secret from their students. ...

As every family deals with the COVID-19 pandemic in its own unique way, many opportunities to socialize with others have decreased or gone away. Ensuring all children have contact with friends and family on a regular basis, even in a virtual manner, is important. ...

As moms, we’re balancing a lot. Let’s be honest, we are doing the hardest, albeit most rewarding, job in the world. But we need to remember it’s also important to take care of ourselves. We’re excited to bring you refresh: a new lifestyle section by Northeast Ohio Parent, just for us. From fashion and food to home decor and fitness, we’re covering all the topics women love and need. ...

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#CLEMama Sara Carnes shares with us how she was inspired by The Glad Game from “Pollyanna," which can help us think about thankfulness and positivity in our own lives. ...

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This month, we share inspirational adoption stories from Northeast Ohioans, as well as the third installment in our back-to-school series covering how local families are adapting to the new school year. Also look for how the local arts community is embracing virtual and in-person ways to help kids cope with the pandemic, plus Thanksgiving and early holiday events, and more. ...

Family happens in all different ways. You bring someone in your life because you want them to be there. That’s how adoption works. It’s about opening your home and making room for love. These challenging times might make it difficult to think about the possibility of adoption or foster care. Most families who have gone through the process of adoption say it’s worth it, although it takes time, some patience and, often, a few heartaches to complete. ...

It’s been a stressful year for many people, as uncertainty and social isolation cause anxiety and weigh heavily on families. Learn how to better understand resiliency — something for which military families receive training — and how to foster it in any family, for any situation. ...