Teacher Appreciation Week is May 2-6, when the Social Security Administration honors all educators who prepare our children for the future. Well-informed instructors can have a powerful and positive influence on their students. That’s why the Educator Toolkit was created. This shareable online resource helps teachers to engage students and educate them on Social Security.

From now through early fall, farmers markets in the greater Cleveland/Akron area are in full swing. It’s the best time to stock your fridge and pantry with fresh, seasonal produce, meats, baked goods and more from local producers. Click through for a handy list of farmers markets throughout Northeast Ohio, organized by county.

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.

Now scammers are targeting consumers through messages on their phones. These unsolicited text messages often advertise government loans and grants to obtain quick money and personal information. It often starts with you receiving a text message like this: “Your bill is paid for April. Thanks, here’s a little gift for you.”

Ancient wisdom says, “Nature itself is the best physician.” Today, the field of ecopsychology explores the beneficial impact of exposure to the natural world and its relationship to health and well-being. As the spring bloom takes place in Northeast Ohio, may we take time to notice our immediate surroundings and reap the benefits of immersing ourselves in the great outdoors.

Celebrate Cleveland's rich Jewish history by visiting the WRHS website in May, which is Jewish American Heritage Month. While you're there, enjoy other blog posts that include the story of Anna “Annie” Kopchovsky, a Jewish immigrant and young mother of three who gained notoriety in the 1890s with her plan to ride a bike around the world, including a stop in Cleveland.