Parenting

Cleveland Play House is providing free online enrichment programming for all ages, with participants logging on using Zoom on a computer, tablet or smart phone. Register to take an acting class, learn how to create a script, connect with your family in multi-generational classes, enjoy storytimes and much more. ...

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is offering a limited-time, drive-through fundraising event that takes place Wednesday through Sunday until May 31. Cruise the Zoo will offer guests a chance to visit with the animals of the zoo from the safety of their vehicle. ...

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Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio and Moe’s Southwest Grill, both located in Mentor, are teaming up to provide food for those on the frontlines. For each "Healing Earth" canvas kit purchased, Busy Bees will donate the proceeds to purchase food from Moe's — who will sweeten the order with dessert and make the delivery to local healthcare workers. ...

The world opening back up, going out in public, and interacting with others may bring up new fears and worries in our children. Consequently, anxiety-driven behaviors that may have never presented themselves in your children before may begin to appear now. It is essential to notice these behaviors so that you can help your child cope with their fears appropriately. ...

Baldwin Wallace University's Community Arts School presents CAS UNBOXED, featuring virtual classes led by expert faculty and specifically designed for an online, 5-week format. Students will receive weekly interactive video lessons and personalized feedback from the instructor. All materials will be shipped to your door before the program begins. ...

Whether you have concerns about your child’s hearing already or haven’t even considered there might be an issue, these 10 indications of hearing loss can help you determine if it’s a good idea to follow up with a hearing test. ...

During these times of uncertainty and higher stress, it’s more important than ever to make time for a self-care routine. Whether your idea of at-home self-care is a soothing spa treatment, a heart-pumping workout or a calming yoga or meditation session, these Northeast Ohio businesses have you covered. ...

With traditional celebrations impossible, families are pivoting to other ways to recognize and celebrate 2020 graduates. We provide several ideas to help parents make seniors feel special — even if it isn’t in the traditional ways. ...