Whole30 Chicken Carnitas Bowls
The holy grail of a weeknight recipe is something healthy, easy, and delicious to both kids and adults. These Chicken Carnitas Bowls from Whole30 co-founder and CEO Melissa Urbanโs new book nails all three. โThese are as flexible as they are easy to prepare. Let the...
Hot Dog Spots Around Cleveland
Craving a hot dog?Check out these spots around Cleveland for your next glizzy! Banter - Shaker HeightsDog-N-Suds - ElyriaDynamite Dawgs - MentorFrankieLynn - multiple locationsGlizzy's - Cleveland WestHappy Dog - Gordon SquareHot Dog Diner - ParmaHot Dog Heaven -...
4th of July Parades Around Cleveland
Here are all the 4th of July parades occurring around the Cleveland & Akron area!*Each event is linked to websites with more info* Looking for fireworks instead? Tap HERE! WEST SIDE BereaLakeside ChautauquaLakewoodParmaValley CityWellingtonWest ParkWestlake...
4th of July Popsicles!
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these festive red, white and blue popsicles! Not only are they adorable, but theyโre made with protein-packed green yogurt and fiber rich blueberries and strawberries. 4th of July Popsicles Originally shared by Sound Shore Momsย ...
Local Event Spotlight: Cuyahoga County Fair
The Cuyahoga County Fair is back! 129 YEARS Strong! WHEN: Tuesday, August 11th through Sunday, August 16thWHERE: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in BereaWHY:ย โข Agriculture & Farming โ The regionโs oldest industry will be on display. Arts & Crafts, Home &...
Lemonade Stand Snack Board from The BakerMama
Pool days and summer playdates call for fun food and delicious drinks. If you want to take your juice box and water routine up a notch, this Lemonade Stand Snack Board from The BakerMama is a kidsโ dream drink option. โBoards are such a fun, interactive way to serve...
The Cleveland Moms 2026 Summer Family Fun Guide
SUMMER IN CLEVELAND IS OFFICIALLY HERE! โ๏ธ & The Cleveland Moms has got you covered with the 2026 Summer Family Fun Guide bringing you loads of summer family fun all in one place. I would highly recommend bookmarking this page so you can use it all season long as...
6 Mommy & Me Looks Youโll Wear All Summer Long
From the 4th of July to Labor Day and every summer soiree in between, who doesnโt love matching with their mini? If you still have kids who will agree to coordinate with you for the ultimate family photos, do it. Because speaking from personal experience, we know itโs...
Free Outdoor Movies Around Cleveland
Summer is here & that means outdoor movies!Here are list of locations that offer FREE outdoor movies (often weather dependent.)*please note: this list serves as a starting point - please click on each location for websites with updated info* WEST SIDEย TBD*...
Juneteenth Events Around Cleveland
6/13 - Juneteenth Oberlin - Oberlin6/13 - Cain Park - Cleveland Heights6/17-6/20 - Akron Urban League - Akron6/18 - The Well CDC - Akron6/19 - Soldiers' & Sailors' Monument - Downtown Cleveland6/19 - Beachwood High School - Beachwood6/19 - Walter Stinson Community...
4th of July Fireworks Around Cleveland
4th of July is almost here & you're in the right place if you're looking to plan where to see fireworks this year around Cleveland!*Each event is linked to websites with more info* Looking for parades instead? Tap HERE! DOWNTOWN 7/4 - Light Up The Lake7/3...
5 Smart Tips for a Sane Girl Summer
Annie of South Shore Moms with her kids They can have their Hot Girl Summer Mom back. Ditto for thatย idyllicย 90s Summer everyone keeps talking about (read ourย realistic version). A nostalgic summer is great, but recreating a time when most moms didnโt work is tough...
Free Summer Lunches For Kids Around Cleveland
According to Children's Hunger Alliance, 1 in 5 children in Ohio struggle with hunger. For many of these children, summer is even a more challenging time without access to school and afterschool meals. Here are places around the Cleveland/Akron area that are providing...
Community Home Days Around Cleveland
Summertime means community/home days in cities all around Cleveland!*those underlined are linked to sites with more info* WEST SIDE 6/11-6/13 - Middleburg Heights6/13 - Kamm's Corners6/20 - Avon Lake6/24-6/27 - Columbia Station7/1-7/4 - Bay Village7/3-7/5 -...
7 Ways to Love Your Kid-Free Weekends as a Single Mom
This story was contributed by Amanda Vlastas ofย West University Moms.ย The first time I had real kid-free time, I thought I was supposed to feel free. Instead, I mostly felt weird. The house was too quiet, I missed the boys (who were just 1 and 4 at the time), and I...
Jon Gustin aka The Tired Dad: 6 Things Weโre Taking from His MomCast Interview
Jon Gustin is the dad behind the popular social media account "The Tired Dad". Known for his candid takes on sobriety, marriage and parenting, he has become the millennial voice of fatherhoodโall while pouring an endless cup of coffee. Recently, Jon sat down with...
What To Say When…Your Child Won’t Listen
Weโve all been there. Youโve asked nicely. Youโve asked again. Youโve asked a third time with โthe voice.โ And still, nothing. Your child is acting like youโre not even in the room. Before you hit repeat one more time (or lose itโฆ), clinical psychologist Nicole...
Free Activity Spotlight: Carousel Rides at Schoepfle Garden
Summertime around Cleveland means FREE carousel rides at Schoepfle Garden in Wakeman! Part of the Lorain County Metro Parks, this unique feature of the children's garden is completely free to ride for kids AND adults. In 2007, the musically themed Childrenโs Garden...
Fun Summer Reading Programs For Kids Around Cleveland
Summer break is almost here & that means all the reading programs begin again!Just about every library has their own program but this list is focusing on those not at libraries. For a list of libraries, visit the Libraries Community Resources Page HERE. ...
Got a Non-Sporty Kid? Hereโs What Parents Should Know
Sports are amazing for kids, and the benefits include so much more than mere fun. They help children socialize naturally, get exercise, teach teamwork and resilience, and build community. But if your kid isnโt sporty, it can feel like theyโre missing out on all of...
