Parenting

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio announced their four Youth of the Year competition finalists. It is one of the signature events at Boys & Girls Clubs. The BGCNEO Youth of the Year will advance to state competition. ...

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your family with these crafts, activities, snacks and events taking place in the greater Cleveland/Akron area. Whether you want to plan a festive day at home or attend a virtual or in-person local event, there’s plenty to do this month. ...

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is celebrating Balto's birthday throughout the month of March. In this informative video, the museum teamed up with Tom and Kay, of Lake Erie Dogs, who show that by adding structure and simple techniques to your dog's play and feeding, you’ll have a canine companion who — like Balto after a big race — is satisfied and ready to relax with you. ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Tessa Stuckey, licensed professional counselor, mother of four, and author of "For the Sake of our Youth." Stuckey shares six cultural influences affecting kids today, as well as tips for parents to strengthen the connection with their kids. ...

Already been around the birthday parade block? Whatever your comfort level or preference for gatherings, there are plenty of other fun, creative ways to celebrate safely in-person, virtually or with a hybrid event. Here are some ideas to make your birthday child feel special. ...

As parents, we want our kids to model kindness, understanding and empathy. In today’s diverse world, a large part of that is being aware and sensitive of other cultures. No matter the age of your children or the community in which you live, there are many opportunities to introduce and teach cultural diversity in a fun, respectful way. ...

Learn more about the City of Shaker Heights' unique community through the eyes of residents, city officials, schools and businesses. ...

Laundry dilemmas are common in most households. We share advice from an expert for struggling parents looking to declutter their baskets and homes. ...

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It's the sweetest time of year in Northeast Ohio: maple sugaring season! Join Cleveland Metroparks naturalists for a virtual tree tapping. See how sugar maple trees are tapped so that their sap can be gathered and turned into syrup. ...