Healthy Fathering Collaborative of Lake County

03/15/2013

Work or Happiness? Spend less time commuting, and more time with your family. http://fathers.com/4-ways-to-manage-work-so-you-can-be-a-better-dad

Nearly all dads, me included, are challenged by the daily struggle between work and family for our time, attention and energy. Four action points from Jonathan Clements are worth considering.

03/13/2013

Thinking of being a Stay-At-Home Dad? Read the points at the bottom of this link for encouragement: http://local.fathers.com/Stay_at_Home_Dads_Mentor_OH-r1301058-Mentor_OH.html # You can do it!

Being an at-home dad isn't for everyone, but if you're considering this option, let's look at a few things you'll want to think about. First, and most obvious, look at the financial considerations. Second, find a support network to help you survive and thrive. And third, be ready for how people will...

03/01/2013

Have a child 9 & under? Take part in the Easter Egg Hunt at the Outdoor Y in Perry; on Saturday, March 23, starting with crafts at noon. For more: www.lakecountyymca.org

01/04/2013

A leading Fathers group recommends regular get-togethers for dads to support one another. Read up on this, as well as other tips at http://tinyurl.com/9wftrle

In this new year, I’m thinking about the best piece of advice I can give you—the one best thing I could tell you to do that will have a huge positive impact on your fathering.... I believe a supportive small group is one of the best assets any dad can have.

01/02/2013

Happy New Year! With the new year comes a new flu season...The Lake County General Health District offers discounted or even free flu shots to some; call 440-350-2554 to schedule an appointment. Let's keep our kids and ourselves healthy this year.

12/27/2012

Check out the Winter Warm-Up Concert at Willoughby's Fine Arts Association. Sunday, January 20th from 2-4. Hands-on instrument displays, as well as arts activities, and refreshments, with concert at 3. For more information call 440-951-7500.

12/19/2012

Here's a free e-book on why dads are important, and how to set a great example throughout your child's entire life: http://fathers.com/freebook

We believe every child needs a dad they can count on. The research is clear: children thrive when they have an involved father—someone who loves them, knows them, guides them, and helps them achieve their destiny. At the National Center for Fathering, we inspire and equip men to be the involved fath...

12/07/2012

Dads also play a vital role in raising girls: http://psychcentral.com/lib/2012/daughters-need-fathers-too/

Fathers, be good to your daughters Daughters will love like you do ~ Daughters, by John Mayer We hear a lot about the importance of male role models in a

12/05/2012

The Twelve Days of Christmas Game is back! We have a Dads' Outing to Penitentiary Glen on Wednesday, December 5th at Noon. We hope to see you there. It's free!

12/03/2012

Dads' Outing at Penitentiary Glen has been moved to 2 PM, but still on Wednesday, and still free. There may be snow showers in the afternoon to get you in the winter spirit...:)

12/03/2012

Kirtland has a free Nativity scene now through the end of December, with hundreds of nativity scenes donated from around the world. Visit http://www.kirtlandchristmas.com/

“Unto Us A Son is Given,” the 10th annual exhibit featuring more than 600 lovingly loaned nativity scenes, thousands of lights and sacred Christmas music, will open at 6:30 p.mm., Nov. 23rd at the Historic Kirtland Visitors’ Center, 7800 Kirtland Chardon Road, Kirtland, OH. The exhibit has been reco...

11/26/2012

Do you know the Twelve Days of Winter Game? Let's meet at Penitentiary Glen on Wednesday, December 5th at noon. It's free, and fun for kids of all ages. Free admission!

10/26/2012

A neat article to read this weekend, showing how children change our lives: http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=the-brains-of-our-fathers

Fathers and their children reshape one another's neurons

10/17/2012

Here's an easy way to keep your kids healthy, and to spend quality time with them: http://health.usnews.com/health-news/blogs/eat-run/2012/10/17/the-40-minute-a-day-junk-food-vaccine

A simple, inexpensive way to inoculate kids against a constant flood of junk food.

10/10/2012

Here are but 5 questions a dad can ask himself: http://blog.fatherhood.org/bid/160030/5-Questions-Every-Father-Should-Ask-Himself

Every child deserves a 24/7 Dad. Here are five questions to ask yourself in order help you become the responsible father you are meant to be.

10/05/2012

Lake County Residents: This Sunday is the last free day at Farmpark to see the Corn Maze, as well as Swifty's Balloon Farm and Art Exhibit. Did I mention it's free?!?

10/03/2012

I hope all you dads are doing well. If you're interested in which Lake County services you may be eligible for, come to Crossroads on Mentor Avenue on October 23rd from 5.30-7.30 PM. Lots of services from dental, to health, to education, as well as car seats and loads of information will be available, all Free! Call 440-358-7370 for more.

09/19/2012

It's Better In Mentor is this weekend at the Civic Center Complex. Free admission!

09/14/2012

UPDATED on next week's Dads' Outing: we will meet at 1.30 PM, but otherwise still at Gully Brook Park on Wednesday. Have a nice weekend until then!

09/12/2012

Come to our September Dads' Outing at Gully Brook Park in Willoughby on Wednesday September 19th at 2.30 PM. Approach it from 84, turn down River Road. It's right along I-90. Playground and shelter on site for the kids. See you there! http://lakemetroparks.com/select-park/gullybrook.shtml

Amenities: 172 acres. Picnic areas with grills. Picnic shelter with grills. Drinking water. Restrooms. 1.2-mile loop hiking trail. Playground.

09/05/2012

Hungry? Taste of Painesville runs Tuesday September 6th from 5-10 PM on Main Street.

08/29/2012

This Labor Day Weekend sees the Geauga County Fair ($7), as well as the Celtic and International Fall Fest at the LC Fairgrounds in Painesville ($8). A Free event would be Concord's Community Days September 1st and 2nd. The weather looks nice the whole weekend!

08/23/2012

Check out the Environmental Learning Center's Open House this Saturday, August 25th, from 1-4 PM. Free, and no registration required! Also, the Farmpark's Corn Maze opens tomorrow...!

08/21/2012

Good Morning! Today's Dads' Group Outing meets at the Farmpark at 10 AM. Bring your ID to get in free.

08/17/2012

Do you like art? Art in the Park in Painesville on August 18th (11 am - 5 pm), and the Drawn from Nature Art Show begins at Penitentiary Glen through October 14th.
Next Dads' Outing is at Farmpark on Tuesday, August 21st at 10 am - FREE for Lake County residents!

08/16/2012

Today is "Kids' Day" at the Lake County Fair in Painesville. Kids get in free all day long. The weather's looking good...!

08/07/2012

Short Notice: Tonight is the National Night Out Against Crime in downtown Painesville (on the Square) from 6-9 PM. Safety forces for kids to meet, including SWAT and K-9 units. Let's keep our kids safe!

08/01/2012

This weekend's festivals worth looking in to are Eastlake's Riverfest, Madison's Old Fashion Days, and St. Mary of the Assumption's Parish Festival. Get out there and enjoy time with your kids!

07/24/2012

Any dads looking to get outdoors Wednesday with your children? Come meet Carrie and Oliver at Penitentiary Glen at 10.00 am. It'll be nice!

07/19/2012

This weekend, spend some time at "Party in the Park" in Painesville, and/or "Oktoberfest in July" in Willoughby. They're free!

07/17/2012

First Fathers' Group meeting at Farmpark, today at 2.30 PM.

05/13/2012

Need FREE legal advice? Contact the Child Support Clinic of the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland toll free at 888-887-3777 to set up an appointment. Appointments will be held on Thursday May, 17th 2012 from 4pm to 6pm. Make sure to bring important papers with you. Location at Lake County Job and Family Services 177 Main Street, Painesville, Ohio 44077

05/13/2012