Worth Noting

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. ...

Dozens of minions-in-training descended last Wednesday upon the library's Read House to practice their mischief-making. There are still several activities scheduled for the summer reading program. ...

In a video recorded at a military base in Afghanistan, Dr. Marc McNaughton, a Lake Health board-certified family practitioner, “threw” the ceremonial first pitch at the June 27 Lake County Captains home game. ...

Nichole Smith, blogger for Northeast Ohio Parent, wanted her son to have a great summer reading experience so she made it her mission to make summertime reading a success. ...