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New Movie ‘Backyard Wilderness’ Opens Feb. 2 at Great Lakes Science Center

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 30, 2019
“Backyard Wilderness,” which opens Saturday in the Cleveland Clinic DOME Theater, spans a seasonal year around a typical suburban home and displays unique wildlife imagery and behavior — all captured by cameras mounted inside dens and nests, and moving along the forest floor and the bottom of a pond. ...
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Camp Fair West Takes Place on Saturday

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 29, 2019
Join us this Saturday in Westlake for all things summer camp-related. Meet with representatives from camps in the region, plus enjoy interactive crafts, hands-on activities, and a visit from Jungle Terry and his animal friends. Camp scholarships will be raffled off throughout the day at this free event! ...
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STEM toys for kids

Recommended STEM Toys for Kids

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
January 29, 2019

Statistics show that learning STEM skills early on better prepares kids for school and future careers. And not just STEM-related careers, but all careers, due to the fact that math

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Characters for a Cause Children’s Parties Support The Littlest Heroes

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 23, 2019

Characters for a Cause by Party411 Events launched a season of magical children’s parties in support of The Littlest Heroes, a Northeast Ohio charity helping local families fight pediatric

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New Year, New Adventures: Plan Your Family’s Vacation

By Tricia Scott
January 22, 2019

You’ve made it through the holidays, you’ve taken care of everyone on your list. You’ve run around, you’ve shopped, you’ve cooked and now you are ready for a break. It’s

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‘Stop The Hate’ Award Ceremony Details Announced

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 20, 2019
The ceremony, which is free and open to the public, will celebrate the finalists in the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage’s Stop the Hate Youth Speak Out and Youth Sing Out contests. Winners of $100,000 in scholarships and prizes will be announced. ...
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Podcast Episode #20: Parent Panel on Family Travel

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 20, 2019
On the newest episode of our aParently Speaking podcast, host Miriam Conner speaks with father of five Jason Russ and mom of three and travel blogger Leah Yoder, who reminisce about some of their family vacations. This episode is sure to stir up some of your own family vacation memories! ...
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Summer camps in Ohio

Summer Camp Lets Kids ‘Unplug,’ Build Relationships

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
January 16, 2019
With screen time being so common in our everyday lives, kids need to develop solid time management and social skills. A summer camp can be the perfect opportunity to nurture these skills and for a child to grow, form friendships, gain confidence in taking risks, and keep their mind active when class isn’t in session. ...
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North Union Indoor Farmers Market Returns to Crocker Park this Winter

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 16, 2019
North Union Indoor Farmers Market returns for its seventh winter season to Crocker Park, taking place every Saturday from 9 a.m.-noon through March 30. Each week, the market hosts local farmers and bakers selling their fresh goods including seasonal greens and vegetables, fruits, high quality meats, cheeses and bakery. ...
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Podcast Episode #19: Family Vacation Planning

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 9, 2019
Does winter weather have you thinking of sunnier skies? On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner talks with Tricia Scott, owner of Visit Mickey travel agency, who gives family vacation ideas for different budgets and interests. She also shares some great family travel tips. ...
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