Outdoors

Who needs a calendar to tell when to plant your perennials or veggies? With current global warming and climate change, “phenology” may be a more reliable indicator. And then there’s the ancient practice of planting by the moon. To find out how you can use these methods to better assure gardening success, read on. ...

OK, kids (of all ages)! Grandparents, bring the kids out every Tuesday for summer fun with Northeast Ohio Parent magazine's 2022 Summer Event Series. Here's our Northeast Ohio Parent Event Manager Lilia Lipps, explaining the line-up on WKYC-TV. ...

House Bill 59 made Ohio one of the first states in the nation to have a month dedicated to native plants. It’s a reminder every April to renew our commitment to removing non-native invasive plant species and to selecting native plants when planning our spring gardens. To find out how you can add native plants to benefit pollinators, read on! ...

Springtime has returned to Northeast Ohio. Don’t let a few late snowfalls or flurries tell you otherwise.   We’ve pulled together a list of public gardens to celebrate the season. Don’t know where to start? Pick one, and then find out what each is best-known for and start your tour there. ...

 On Sunday, June 5, thousands of residents throughout the Cleveland area will head over to Beachwood Place for the 22nd annual Race for the Place benefiting The Gathering Place. ...

It's been a few years since we've had snow like we've experienced recently. As drivers hit the road this winter, it's important to make sure we're prepared in the event we get stranded. An emergency medicine physician offers some safety tips. ...

Winter birding is a family-friendly activity easily enjoyed from the comfort and warmth of your home. Watching the birds provides a great educational experience for grandkids. February is also National Bird Feeding Month, so it’s the perfect time to get started.  ...

What better way to welcome holiday guests than a lighted path to your front door? Easy-to-make luminary lanterns create the perfect holiday touch for a warm glow on a cold winter's day. Read on for directions. ...