Whether you are looking for heart-pounding frights or not-so-spooky family fun, the greater Cleveland/Akron area has something for everyone this season. Check out the following Halloween events in the region to plan your perfect outing for thrills, treats and seasonal memories.

Northeast Ohio is full of unusual ruins, hidden shipwrecks and strange rock formations that seem like something out of a ghost story — until you dig into the real history behind them. Here are 7 mysterious spots where real-world history proves far more fascinating than any myth.

Looking for something fun to do? There are plenty of family-friendly events in October to enjoy. Mark your calendars for happenings, including crafts, performances, educational and STEM activities, community events, clubs, entertainment, and more. There’s something for everyone!

Middle school is a time of transition for children and their families. This can look differently depending on what middle school grade the children are in. Here is a grade-by-grade breakdown of what parents need to know to navigate these middle school years. 

The alarm rings. You call their name, turn on the light and remind them that school starts soon. Five minutes later, they’re still asleep. Before assuming your tween or teen is being lazy, consider what is happening inside their body.

There are many ways to enjoy the sights, sounds and seasonal fun of fall in the greater Cleveland/Akron region. Check the list below to find a family-friendly fall festival near you.

Open house events are ideal for parents and students to ask questions, meet faculty and see if a particular school is the right fit. Independent and other schools all across Northeast Ohio offer families many opportunities to visit their campuses.

The exhibition features more than 200 authentic artifacts recovered from the wrecksite that tell the story of the ship and its passengers and crew, along with life-size reconstructions of the ship’s most famous rooms. It has a historically accurate Titanic VR experience, providing a deeper understanding of the ship and its legacy.

The Addams Family Dinner Show, presented by Noble Theater Alliance, will bring an interactive experience to The Lodge for five separate shows, beginning Halloween night.

If you have a kid who plays video games, you’ve probably seen it happen. They lose a round, miss a goal or are told it’s time to turn the game off, and suddenly there’s yelling, crying or a controller being tossed across the room. Why can losing a video game make kids so angry? According to Dr. Jay Berk, Ph.D., a local psychologist who works with children and adolescents, there’s more going on than simply being a sore loser.