Worth Noting

One of the best ways to nurture a love of reading in children is to make it feel like a treat, not a task. What better way to do that than by creating a special space at home just for books? A kid-friendly reading nook doesn’t require a big budget or a lot of space; all you need is a little creativity and collaboration. ...

A new kids play area is now open at Summit Mall in Fairlawn. Children can slide, climb, jump and explore the free new space located in center court inside the mall. ...

Why do kids seem to catch more ear infections than adults? What’s really the difference between a “regular” ear infection and swimmer’s ear? Dr. Kristen Pickering, a pediatrician with Cleveland Clinic Children’s, helps clear things up. ...

Now in its eighth year, this summertime tradition returns bigger and better—boasting a record 150 mouthwatering stops across the state. ...

Lore and legend are coming to life, and all-new thrills are surfacing as Cedar Point is set to debut Siren’s Curse, North America’s tallest, fastest and longest tilt roller coaster on Saturday, June 28. ...

The Akron Art Museum is hosting four upcoming opportunities for the public to enjoy free admission. ...

Looking for something family-friendly to watch on these late summer evenings? There are many new releases hitting streaming platforms this summer. Enjoy this lineup of family-friendly movies and shows streaming throughout the summer on various platforms.  ...

The free exhibit at Tower City’s Skylight Park and Mall C in Cleveland is a powerful public art exhibition featuring 20 hand-painted drums created by Cleveland and Detroit-based artists that explore the themes of identity, history and the shared stories that connect us all. ...

The summer’s popular Asian Lantern Festival presented by Meijer, is returning to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo from Saturday, July 5 through Sunday, August 24. Families can experience the illuminated displays in a walk or drive thru experience. ...

Library summer reading programs are a fun, free and effective way to help prevent this learning loss while keeping young minds active and engaged. These programs do more than encourage reading, since they usually offer games, prizes, themed events and community connection. Check out the following programs for kids of all ages offered by libraries in the region. ...