The Reading Corner

From colors and cuddly textures to trucks and bedtime routines, this month’s Reading Corner offers three board books to help little ones learn, relax and enjoy storytime. Read More »

Geauga Park District Family Fun Events

Your family is sure to have a great time at these holiday-themed events! Read More »

Experience “The Land” from the Water this October

Lady Caroline offers seasonal cruises for families and adults looking for something a little different. Read More »

Boo at the Zoo

After dark, guests can enjoy trick-or-treating at a dozen candy stations, meet-and-greets with costumed characters, the Monster Mash Dance Party, and free rides on the Boomerang train. Read More »

Fall is back at Holden Forest & Gardens

Celebrate fall at the Cleveland Botanical Garden and Holden Arboretum with Boo-tanical Bash, colorful leaf trails, towering skeletons and treetop views. Read More »

The Great Halloween Negotiation

From winter coats under vampire capes to candy taxes and curfews, Halloween has always been a negotiation between kids determined to maximize the night and parents trying to stay sane. Read More »

Why Do Kids Like to Be Scared?

Why can spooky fun feel so good? For many kids, Halloween offers a safe way to explore fear, test their limits and enjoy the thrill of being scared while still feeling in control. Read More »

When a Cough Won’t Quit

When a child’s cough lingers, it may be more than a cold. Learn common causes, simple ways to help at home and the warning signs that mean it’s time to call the doctor. Read More »

Guiding Ohio’s Young Drivers

Teaching a teen to drive can be exciting and stressful. Three Ohio programs help parents coach new drivers, track practice hours and make driver training more affordable. Read More »

Resentment: A Barometer for Better Boundaries

When resentment starts to build, it may be signaling a boundary problem. One mom explains how noticing that feeling can lead to clearer communication and healthier relationships. Read More »

The Case for a Little Boredom

A childhood filled with books, crafts, bikes and boredom offered something screens often don’t: room for imagination. Columnist Stacy Turner reflects on the value of going analog. Read More »

High school students turn a summer idea into a six-figure window cleaning business

What began with two friends, a few squeegees and door-to-door hustle has grown into Aquashine, a local window-cleaning business built on hard work and personal service. Read More »

Pumpkins & Piranhas Brings Halloween Fun to the Aquarium

Guests can see underwater jack-o’-lanterns, skeletons and seasonal décor, interact with costumed scuba divers and enjoy animal encounters. Kids can also take part in crafts and activities. Read More »

Private School Guide

Tips for finding the right school for your child, a history of private schools, and a listing of schools (with descriptions from participating schools) in Lake, Geauga and Cuyahoga counties. Read More »

Patterson Family Fun Fest runs through November 1, 2026

A place for children preschool through elementary ages to enjoy hiking, sliding, playing in straw, climbing and “driving” tractors, viewing the world from the top of a tree house, and more! Read More »