The Akron Zoo is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, July 21 and Thursday, July 23 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Donors will need to schedule an appointment. As an added benefit, all donations will be tested for COVID-19 antibodies. 

Today, with the popularity of earbuds and other personal listening devices, it’s hard to know if your child or teenager is listening to music at a safe level. Hearing loss caused by loud sound, also known as noise-induced hearing loss, is permanent — but fortunately, it also is 100% preventable.

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The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards seeks to gather the opinions of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Learn about the winner and finalists in the "best place for kids' swim lessons" category.

Covering faces helps slow the spread of viruses, but it also blocks the view of the friendly smiles and encouraging facial expressions that typically set kids at ease. It’s important to know that it’s normal for kids to feel uneasy or anxious with the presence of — or having to wear — masks. To help kids get more comfortable, try these expert tips.

In 1810, Jonathan Hale purchased 500 acres in the Cuyahoga Valley, in a portion of the country referred to as the Western Reserve. This summer, the Hale Farm & Village living history museum celebrates 210 years and welcomes guests to enjoy its gardens, trails, self-guided tours, craft demonstrations and more.

The inaugural Storyline Online Summer Camp invites young readers across the world to join by recording themselves reading their favorite book — or writing their own book and reading it aloud — in the spirit and style of Storyline Online.

Register now and get your virtual pass to "Dance On Ohio — DANCECleveland's Virtual Dance Festival 2020," happening online this year on July 25. Take classes, watch performances and discussions, and be featured in the community dance day video.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's new exhibit, “It’s Been Said All Along: Voices of Rage, Hope, and Empowerment,” opens mid-July and spotlights how musical artists have channeled the power of rock & roll to respond to racism all along.

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