In celebration of World Otter Day last month, CMNH put the spotlight on its own North American river otters — Linus, Calvin and Hobbes — for this video, used here as part of the Northeast Ohio Parent KidStream video series.

Summer vacation isn’t all fun and games (even if it should be). Research shows that summer can take a toll on a student’s knowledge and skills, from mathematics to reading development. Luckily, many types of summer programs can help keep a child's mind engaged over the break from school.

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced the reopening of certain entertainment facilities with health and safety restrictions. Learn the opening dates for camps, indoor entertainment venues, zoos and aquariums, amusement and water parks, and more.

e55 on the lake is now open, along with concessions across the park district. East 55th Street Marina and Emerald Necklace Marina also are now open for boaters with limited hours. Guarded swim hours at Edgewater and Huntington beaches begin June 6.

Girls on the Run empowers girls in third through eighth grades to make healthy decisions, build positive relationships and cope with difficult feelings and situations. The curriculum for the fall 2020 season is being adapted to accommodate a variety of needs in light of COVID-19.

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Young infants and children are generally more susceptible to ear infections. By the age of 3, about one in 15 children will undergo tube placement for treatment of recurrent and/or painful ear infections, persistent middle ear fluid, or the resultant persistent or fluctuating hearing loss due to fluid. Learn more about the process, including how it lowers the instance of ear infections.

During these days of social distancing, keeping extended family relationships strong is important for everyone. Learn some creative ways that local families and area nursing homes are keeping connected during this time.

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