If your family is in the mood for some early festive fun, you’re in luck. Plenty of early holiday happenings are taking place throughout November and into early December in
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November 1, 2026 - November 8, 2026
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November 3
Books, Beat and Bubbles Storytime
November 3
A musical storytime for families with children of all ages.
November 3
Clay Wheel Throwing
November 3
Young artists explore the basics of working on the pottery wheel and learn essential techniques such as centering, shaping, and trimming.
November 3
Rhythm & Rhyme: Early Walkers
November 3
Story, music and movement for young walkers and caregivers.
November 5
Adaptive Theatre
November 5
Children ages 9-17 with special needs can enjoy a fun and interactive theatre class full of games, movement-based storytelling, improvisation, and role-playing to build confidence, and encourage social connection in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
November 7
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This microwaveable, 2.5-pound weighted plush wraps around the shoulders for a warm, comforting hug. Soft sensory wings add to the coziness and sense of calm.
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... This microwaveable, 2.5-pound weighted plush wraps around the shoulders for a warm, comforting hug. Soft sensory wings add to the coziness and sense of calm.
$45, ages
By Dr. Lisa Saul, Chief Medical Officer of Women’s Health for UnitedHealth Group
You’re wide awake at 3 a.m. for no obvious reason. Your patience is gone by 9 a.m.
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Beginning on November 18, the zoo will sparkle with more than 1.5 million lights, creating a seasonal experience filled with dazzling displays, festive entertainment and holiday fun for the whole family.
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From your child being a “late” walker to developing a limp, parents have questions about why their kids are walking funny. Dr. Walter Samora III, Akron Children’s orthopedic surgeon, answers your common questions about walking concerns and what to do about them.
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Get in the Halloween spirit by decorating your home or child’s play area with this easy ghost leaf craft.
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A teenager standing at a pharmacy counter with a bottle of cough syrup can be asked for photo ID in Ohio, even though the product sits on an open shelf
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This is a free community expo, hosted by the Star Center Foundation, for families, caregivers, professionals, and anyone supporting someone with feeding or swallowing challenges. The conference will bring together healthcare professionals, caregivers, educators, community organizations, and vendors to provide education, resources, and support for individuals with feeding and swallowing disorders across the lifespan.
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by Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities,
Fall is upon us, which means the holiday season is right around the corner. From Halloween to Thanksgiving to Christmas and everything in
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By Lynn B. Johnson, MFA
Recently, the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Cuyahoga DD) celebrated its fifth-annual Days of Service, where staff volunteer in the community, often alongside people
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