Northeast Ohio Parent blogger Melissa Koski Carney of "I Crashed the Web" has been on a 365-day running streak, even while pregnant with her third child. Koski Carney is no stranger to running while pregnant, as she has run during each pregnancy. She shares why she has kept up her running routine and how it has helped her focus on the road ahead.

Enjoy the whimsical delight and wonder of the classic story “Alice in Wonderland,” reimagined as the ballet “Alice” and set in a spirited circus ring. The Great Lakes Science Center partners with the Cleveland Ballet for this special outdoor presentation on the front lawn of the Science Center at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Friday, June 11.

The Cleveland Museum of Art's Community Arts Center opens to the public on Saturday, June 12. Also, the museum launches Parade the City, which keeps the spirit of the annual Parade the Circle alive by pairing local artists with community groups to create eight celebratory art installations throughout Cleveland.

The 26th annual contest sought entries of nature-inspired poetry and prose by creative writers of every age. Read the winning works at the district's website, or hear them read in person on Sunday, August 8, during the 30th Annual Nature Arts Festival at Big Creek Park.

In the beginning of summer, it seems like days of limitless possibility stretch before us. But it won't be long before choruses of “I’m bored” start to echo throughout the house. Keep your kids — and yourself — entertained with these fun ideas, with a few extra ideas thrown in for good measure.

The results are in! Each year, we ask our readers and online followers to weigh in on their favorite family-friendly spots — local businesses, attractions, family services and more — in the Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards. While some longtime favorites topped the ballots again this year, they’re joined by several new honorees in 26 categories. Find out which places were chosen as winners and finalists for 2021!

The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards celebrates the top recommendations of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Learn about the winner and finalists in the "best museum" category.

The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards celebrates the top recommendations of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Learn more about the winner and finalists in the "Best park or place to explore nature" category.

The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards celebrates the top recommendations of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Learn about the winner and finalists in the "Best family sports outing" category.

The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards celebrates the top recommendations of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Learn about the winner and finalists in the "Best live theater experience for kids" category.