In This Issue - December 2024 / January 2025 Cuyahoga December 2024/January 2025 ArticlesScroll to the bottom of the page to find PDFs of our Cuyahoga issue and Holiday Toy Ideas pages. YMCA of Greater Cleveland celebrates its 170th anniversary with the Cleveland community Enter by December 20, 2024 to win 170 hours of free pickleball court time! Read More » Today's Family Book Club - DEC 2024 A preview of four great KidLit books for the holidays. Read More » Local organization helps young adults who have aged out of the foster care system Chair-ity helps provide furniture and mattresses to help get them started. Read More » Believe in Dreams Organization celebrates 10 years of helping children to realize dreams. Read More » Hanukkah: A story of resilience and miracles Hanukkah has become a time of family celebration, symbolizing hope, endurance, and the Jewish spirit. Read More » MOMMY CHRONICLES: Take time to appreciate the good things in your life! Make a list of things that make you feel good or bring you peace. Eventually those little moments of joy will spread out like stars across a clear night sky and make you look up in awe. Read More » Why I stopped explaining my daughter’s size A mother reflects on having a child small in stature for her age. Read More » Beck Center presents Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat This musical delivers eye-catching choreography where patrons go on the journey of the trials and triumphs of Joseph, the favorite son of father Jacob. Read More » Deck The House event raises money to support children in crisis Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the City View Lounge at Huntington Bank Field. Read More » Goodwill needs your stuff this holiday season! One of the easiest ways to contribute to your community, while cleaning out those overflowing closets this season, is to consider a gift of clothing or housewares to your local Goodwill. Read More » Understanding tummy aches in kids Understanding the causes, symptoms, and potential remedies can help manage the discomforts effectively. Read More » Christmas Around the World A global celebration of tradition and joy. Read More » Sign up today for classes at Fairmount Center for the Arts With offerings at both its Novelty main campus and its new space on Chardon Square, there’s never been a better time to sign up. Read More » Cleveland Museum of Natural History now open! New galleries and completely re-imagined exhibits await you. The Museum's transformation features more than 375,000 square feet of new and expanded spaces. Read More » University Circle Inc. debuts Illuminate the Circle event Visitors can enjoy vibrant, synchronized light displays until New Year’s Eve. Read More » Breakfast with Santa Lake Metroparks Farmpark November 30, December 1, 7–8, 14–15, & 21–22, 2024 Read More » Great gift ideas for the animal lover on your list Seeking inventive gift ideas for the animal lovers on your list? Look no further. The Cleveland Zoological Society has you covered with these easy gifts that also give back. Read More » Frost: An Ice-Capped Garden Experience opens November 23 Frost will transform the indoor and outdoor gardens creating an immersive new world for the holiday season. Read More » Wild Winter Lights at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo This year’s event features hundreds of dazzling displays along the holiday trail through Cleveland Metroparks Zoo beginning November 12. Read More » Candy Land It's Wild in Ohio runs November 23–January 1 The Candy Land game comes to life, but with a natural twist, taking you on a colorful adventure as you discover what’s wild in Ohio. Read More » Country Lights Drive-Thru Enjoy an illuminated winter wonderland from the warmth and comfort of your own vehicle. Read More » Beary Merry Craft Show Handcrafted Market returns December 4 & 5 Showcases over 60 talented artisans from Ohio and Pennsylvania, displaying unique, handmade/crafted holiday gifts for your shopping pleasure. Read More » Dogs! A Science Tail exhibit now open at Great Lakes Science Center Highlights the dynamic nature of the bond between humans and dogs, and enables guests to experience the extraordinary way that dogs see, hear, and smell the world. Read More » Downloads HolidayToyGuide12-24.pdf Cuyahoga12-24Online.pdf In This Issue