Archives by: Karen Shadrach - Grammy on the Go
Karen Shadrach - Grammy on the Go
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About the author
Karen Shadrach is an on-the-go, in-the-know grandmother of two sets of twins, and our NEO Grandparent columnist. Prior to retirement, she worked within the Cleveland Clinic Health System for 33 years, both as a Registered Medical Technologist and a Lead Research Technologist in the Ophthalmic Research Department. Now retired(?), she spends most of her time babysitting-teaching and entertaining the twins. When she’s not grandmothering, Karen spends time with friends, plays flute in the Independence community band, is a member of the Cleveland Astronomy Society and walks her basset hounds, Tucker and Herman. Do you have grandparenting questions about where to go and what to do when you get there? Email Karen at
[email protected].
Karen Shadrach - Grammy on the Go Posts
Discuss with the grandkids what to expect during the period of total eclipse which will last about 4 minutes in mid-afternoon at approximately 3:15. (Time is dependent on your viewing location). Be aware of environmental changes; as the day darkens into night, you may see stars, the air will feel cooler and animals think dusk has fallen early. ...
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Sick of screen time? A simple deck of cards is so easy to put into a handbag or suitcase, yet provides a treasure trove of playtime. Cards give you an old-fashioned “hands-on” connection in this age of electronics. Enjoy teaching your grandkids a fun pastime or try learning a new card game together. ...
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Looking for a fresh way to have fun with the grandkids? Try skating through winter at one of Northeast Ohio's indoor or outdoor skating rinks. Ice-skating is fun for all ages and a visit to an ice rink makes for a memorable family outing. ...
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Tackling a project together, whether for just an afternoon or for a longer time, is a good way to build a fun-filled and meaningful relationship with grandkids. ...
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Part of the fun of the season is counting down the days until Christmas. Our Grammy on the Go blogger brings us creative ways to celebrate the final weeks of December.
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What better way to pass a winter's day than making gingerbread men with the grandkids? Our columnist tells us how to have a sweet time with this sweet treat. ...
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Holiday nostalgia is like a train ride back in time. Gather your grandchildren and take them along on one of these delightful holiday train adventures in Northeast Ohio and throughout the state. ...
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It's time to have great fun in a great pumpkin patch with your grandchildren. Help your grandchild pick out their special pumpkin from that perfect pumpkin patch in Northeast Ohio. Walking up and down the paths of pumpkins in a vast field while stopping to check out a pumpkin is good old-fashioned fall fun. ...
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