Holidays

Women's History Month celebrates women's contributions to history, culture and society. The United States has observed it annually every March since 1987. At Kent State University Geauga and Twinsburg Academic Center, Women's History Month is celebrated with a full slate of engaging virtual events — free and open to the public — that will motivate, educate and inspire everyone. ...

In March, we celebrate Women’s History Month. Social Security has served a vital role in the lives of women for more than 80 years. Women have longer life expectancies than men, which means they live more years in retirement and have a greater chance of exhausting other sources of income. It’s important for women to plan early and wisely for retirement. ...

No Brainer Day is observed on February 27 each year to give your brain a rest. Essentially, this is a day to remind us that many problems we encounter on a daily basis have easy solutions, once we relax and aim to tackle them. This makes our ideal option appear like a no brainer! Read on for fun ways to engAGE Your Brain while celebrating this whimsical holiday! ...

Valentine's Day is coming! What better time is there to make tasty goodies for your feline friends and pup pals... especially with your grandkids helping? Grammy on the Go Karen Shadrach has the recipes ready for you! ...

Our winter holidays are not yet over — the month of February brings us Valentine’s Day, and there’s nothing better than a homemade valentine. Cards can be made for friends, family, teachers or neighbors. Valentine’s Day is a chance to share your love and appreciation with those special to you. They will bring a smile to someone on what could otherwise be a cold and dreary Northeast Ohio February day. ...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be Monday, January 18, 2021. While many annual observations have been scaled back or canceled due to the pandemic, there are still meaningful public events taking place throughout Northeast Ohio. Best of all, each of these commemorative events is free! ...

If there was ever a year to send on its way, 2020 was it. Mark the New Year by sending out the old one with family-friendly (and grandkid-approved) events. Here's a list from our sister publication, Northeast Ohio Parent. ...

Your family and friends — especially those who garden or enjoy watching birds — will appreciate gifts from your garden that you can make yourself. Read on for some suggestions from our gardening blogger, Donna Hessel. ...