Podcast #88: The Next Great Step – College to Career

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/25 6:28A Northeast Ohio Parent

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking , host, Miriam Conner, is joined by founder and president of Next Great Step and author of The Next Great Step: The Parents Guide Launching Your Ne Grade...

Northeast Ohio Preschool Guide

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/19 2:30A Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writ

The greater Cleveland/Akron area is home to many options when it comes to preschool. If it’s time to start considering which area preschool would be the right fit for your child and your family, begin your search by consulting the following list...

Sledding and Snowshoeing Spots Around Northeast Ohio

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/19 1:56A Denise Koeth

Snowshoeing Northeast Ohio offers several options when it comes to renting or borrowing snowshoes. If you’re interested in giving the sport a try, check out one of the following locations: Cleveland Metroparks: Snowshoe rentals are available at...

2023 Independent School Open Houses

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/16 11:00P Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writ

Open houses are an ideal way for parents and students to ask questions, meet faculty and see if a particular school is the right fit. Private and other schools across Northeast Ohio offer families many opportunities to visit their campuses. Check...

Books to Read with Kids on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/16 2:46A Shana O'Malley-Smith

A great way to discuss new topics with your children is through books. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, here are a few kid-friendly titles to introduce children to Dr. King and topics like...

6 Ways to Help Kids Be Independent

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/16 2:14A Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writ

You’re running late for morning drop-off, and your son yells, “Mom, did you pack my lunch?” No, it slipped your mind when the puppy ran out the front door and darted down the street. A moment of panic, a few figure-skating moves through the...

Akron Zoo Animals Celebrate National Rubber Ducky Day

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/16 2:10A Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writ

Animal residents at the Akron Zoo celebrated National Rubber Ducky Day (Jan. 13) with some fun enrichment. Check out the reactions of several different species as they discovered something new in...

Great Lakes Science Center offers free admission for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/15 4:08P Submitted to Northeast Ohio Pare

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Great Lakes Science Center will offer free general admission to all guests from 10 a.m.  5 p.m. on Monday, January 16. The Science Center will have special programming throughout the day including live...

School of the Week: Early Childhood at The Music Settlement

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/15 8:44A Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writ

Sponsored Content Early Childhood at The Music Settlement offers high quality morning and full-day preschool and kindergarten programs with creative arts-infused curriculum to provide a full foundation for learning, aligned to the state standards...

Weekend Fun Around Northeast Ohio: January 12-15

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/12 12:53A Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writ

January 12 Family Art Night . Be creative and get a little messy together. 6-7 p.m. Ellet Branch Library, 2470 E. Market St., Akron, akronlibrary.org Family Engineering Night. Families with school-age children will enjoy this fun, friendly...

Join the Cleveland Reads Challenge

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/12 12:15A Submitted to Northeast Ohio Pare

Is your New Year resolution to read more in 2023? If so, the Cleveland Reads citywide reading challenge could be a great way to help you reach your goal. Cleveland Reads is a year-long initiative to encourage reading in the city of Cleveland...

Podcast #87 Mental Health in Kids and Teens

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/9 12:53P Northeast Ohio Parent

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined again by Dr. Robert Brooks and Dr. Sam Goldstein to discuss mental health in kids and teens. Listen as they share their...

Playhouse Square Offers Sensory-Friendly Performances for Families

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/9 5:53A Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writ

A trip to the theater can be difficult for people who have autism or those with other sensory challenges. Whether especially sensitive to lights, smells or sounds — or constantly seeking opportunities...

Family Weekdays: Things to do January 9-14

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/9 3:27A Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writ

Looking for something fun to do? Check out these events happening this week! January 10 Be a Paleontologist. Learn how a paleontologist evaluates fossils and create one of your own. Grades 3-5. 6-7 p.m. Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina,...

Homeschool Fun Events Around Northeast Ohio

Northeast Ohio Parent 1/9 12:37A Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writ

Time to put down the pencils and books and go exploring. The following educational events and activities in the greater Cleveland and Akron areas are designed specifically for homeschool families. PICK-A-DAY MONDAYS Simply Science: Financial...