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When I was a kid doing exercises in gym class, one of the calisthenics that we always did was side bends—not as dramatic as the yoga pose above, but side bends nonetheless. I was not sure that they served any purpose. Now I know better, and once you know all about the Q-L, you'll want to start doing more side bends as you age. ...

Incredible authors will return to the Maltz Performing Arts Center for the popular William N. Skirball Writers Center Stage Series, presented by the Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation and its academic partner, Case Western Reserve University. ...

I don't need a Cleveland Clinic doctor to tell me that social media impacts my mental (and sometimes physical) health. But it's nice to have backup. Currently, I'm sporting a nasty burn on my knuckle from a Pinterest-inspired power drill project. ...

As if from a dream, the Asian Lantern Festival has returned — and there may be no better way to experience it than together with your grandchild. Now in its eighth year, the Asian Lantern Festival at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo runs through Aug. 24. ...

We've got two more months of garden time left, but enough has passed to know what worked and what didn't this year. A small, containers-based garden requires planning and creativity. But the rewards are as abuntant as the colorful blooms. ...

For us mature women, dry skin isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s aging. But you don’t have to settle. With the right hydration strategy, your skin can stay plump, dewy and radiant all summer long, no matter your age. ...

You know we're in the dog days of summer when it's Cuyahoga County Fair time. Opening day is Tuesday, Aug 5. ...

If you plan on traveling with a pet in the U.S. or internationally, you’ll need to do some careful planning to ensure the experience is pleasant for all involved. Even if you think it’s a great idea to bring one or more of your pets, consider all the What Ifs. Many pets find travel stressful, which can be bad for their health. So if it’s more for your preference rather than a need, it might be best to leave them behind. Otherwise, there are lots of details to know beforehand, as not all destinations welcome animal companions. ...