Lights For Kids, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making hospital stays easier for children across the U.S, seeks to create a comfortable experience through donations such as string lights for kids to decorate their rooms, which help distract children from the pain of medical procedures. 

Kids can enjoy visits from the North Pole, meet with characters like Elsa and Anna, sprinkle cookies, interactive S.T.E.M. stations, build a wooden craft with Tallmadge Builders Club, holiday tunes by Found Sounds Steel Drum Band and more!

New holiday flicks hit streaming platforms just in time for winter break. Grab some hot cocoa, light the fireplace and snuggle in for a movie marathon that the whole family will enjoy. 

Akron Zoo's resident birds — including the beloved penguins in this video — are returning to their outdoor habitats. The zoo's birds have been indoors for the last couple months for their safety due to highly pathogenic avian influenza.

Sponsored Content — Bring the entire flock back to Penitentiary Glen Nature Center to experience a free family-favorite holiday tradition— the childhood game of Candy Land — brought to life with an avian twist. It’s all about birds as your adventure begins on a life-sized game board where you become the playing piece, moving from space to space through an enchanting holiday display of birds.

Looking for something to do with your tiny tot? Make a visit to your local library, museum or area attraction, many of which offer storytimes, crafts, and other fun activities for young children.

It's potato time. Try this yummy side dish, Aisha Taylor, Northeast Ohio Blogger of “FNPhenomenal,” shares for the cozy season.

Tests can be stressful with each grade level. Students who succeed continuously stay on top of the content and are prepared for the daily work. Some local educators provide effective study tips that can help children learn the skills and confidence they need in the classroom and beyond.

In "Run! Jump! Fly! Adventure in Action," Great Lakes Science Center guests will rediscover the fun of being physically active in a non-competitive environment. Families explore activities such as kung fu, surfing, snowboarding, yoga and climbing.

This month, it’s all about turkeys as we celebrate Thanksgiving with our families. But the bountiful birds are good for more than just your holiday meal — they also can be the subject of family fun. Here, we share some festive activities, jokes and a leftover recipe to help you plan a memorable Thanksgiving with your family.