Worth Noting

Caddying can offer more than just a summer job for young men and women in Ohio. It can offer lifelong connections, new friends and life lessons about humility and respect, discipline, persistence and determination that can lead to a once-in-a-lifetime shot at a full college scholarship. ...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It's important for all women — and men — to know the risk factors and warning signs of breast cancer to help identify issues early. Susan G. Komen Northeast Ohio chapter has resources to help women find information about self-exams, mammograms and other local support. ...

Explore the world of ancient creatures that once roamed the Earth on National Fossil Day. You can celebrate the day at Cuyahoga Valley National Park by joining the fossil hunt expedition at the rocks of Furnace Run, located at the Everett Covered Bridge. ...

Ann Bugeda, chief of interpretive services at Lake Metroparks, takes readers through a seasonal walk-through on what's happening in nature, along with some scenic options to view the action. ...

Ben Rein’s installation as the school’s eighth headmaster will kick off Founders’ Day, a beloved tradition for students that celebrates the founding of the school in 1890. Boys in grades K through 12 will gather for a day of camaraderie and friendly competition with each “house” of students participating in games and activities. ...

The newly renovated Cleveland Indians Kids Clubhouse on the mezzanine level brings fun and excitement to the littlest of baseball fans. Northeast Ohio Parent magazine editor Angela Gartner takes a stroll around the updated facility. ...

Smiles with Style is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to creating smiles and improving the self-esteem of children battling a life-threatening illness in area hospitals. The group is looking for volunteers and other help to provide free mini-makeovers and dress-up experiences for these kids. ...

In honor of National Library Card Sign-Up Month and comic book hero Snoopy, Cuyahoga County Public Library is on the hunt for its own official canine champion. The system invites Cuyahoga County residents ages 18 and older to enter a furry friend in the contest this month. ...

More than 300 kids and adults met, touched, learned about and even held the rescued reptiles and amphibians during the finale party. More children than ever before signed up for the summer reading program and many kids earned the library champion distinction. ...

Warmer weather can foster situations that bring out the worst in pets, such as family travel and loud noises in the neighborhood. Take steps to reduce the impact of scary and stressful situations. ...