There's an app for that! Here's a creative way to raise funds for a great cause while enjoying a socially distanced scavenger hunt at your own pace. Register now for the Community Partnership on Aging scavenger hunt/fundraiser, Random Acts of Fun, to be held September 12-22. ...

Playing with grandkids is more fun than reading about them, to be sure. But we're always up for books on upping the grandparenting game. If you're a grandparent, or know someone who is about to become one, we've found a few books you may like to read or pass along to mark Grandparents' Day (Sept. 12). ...

It's not over. Masks and social distancing will be with us for some time. And it can be difficult to communicate with people when our mouths are covered and we're standing farther apart than we did in pre-pandemic times. Clear communication is especially challenging for those with hearing loss. September is National Deaf Awareness Month. Try these practical tips and strategies that help when talking with everyone; especially with those with hearing loss.  ...

The new Aretha Franklin biopic "Respect" is showing everywhere right now, but if you need a bigger dose of everything Aretha, head over to the Rock Hall and its website to see an interview with Hudson, Aretha artifacts and video of the legend performing "Chain of Fools" with Annie Lennox at the Rock Hall's 25th Anniversary Concert. ...

When the Cleveland Indians announced their new name would be the Cleveland Guardians, more than a few of us weren't quite sure where the name came from. If you found yourself giving purposely vague answers to questions from far-flung friends and family members about the Indians' new name, don't panic. The Western Reserve Historical Society has the answers. ...

Celebrate 100 years with Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center. Support their work while enjoying an elegant dinner and inspiring presentations by Norbert "Nobby" Lewandowski and hip-hop artist Sean Forbes on September 18 at Cleveland's Tower City Center. ...

If your reading list is looking a bit thin these days — and really, whose isn’t after sticking around the house for a year? — you’ll like the following book suggestions. They come from Mel Valva, reference associate at Brunswick Library. All debuting this summer, make room on your list for these seasonal hot picks. ...

Head to The Flats East Bank every Wednesday afternoon for the weekly farmers market by the riverside. You'll find fresh, local vegetables, fruits, herbs, bread and more, brought to you by different local farmers and vendors. ...