Our planet is truly a magnificent place. From its majestic mountaintops both above ground and underwater to the lush green forests, our earth is an incredibly complex ecosystem. This is why it needs protection. After nearly five decades of conservation efforts and volunteer work, Earth Day is a day to …

My mother and I went grocery shopping one day when I was off from school. I found myself going through each aisle over and over again. “Where do they keep the chicken spread and the chili sauce?” “Neenu,” she called me by my nickname, and I looked at her confused. …

How healthy are Maryland’s children? Since 1990, the Baltimore-based Annie E. Casey Foundation has compiled all sorts of data that provide snapshots of the health of children in every state. Each summer, the foundation publishes a KIDS COUNT data book that reports on 16 indicators in the areas of health, …

Get ready to get reading! Baltimore County Public Library’s annual month-long series of events, BC Reads, is happening now. A wide variety of programs, including author visits, community forums, film discussions, poetry workshops, book discussions and more encourages conversation and a deeper connection for residents living in Baltimore County. But …

Do you have concerns about your child’s development and learning? Did you know that you can schedule an evaluation for your child, up to 21 years of age, absolutely free? Baltimore City’s Child Find can help identify what needs your child may have and provide you with services and supports …

This month’s cover model exceeds the typical achievements of a high school athlete. Nyjari McNeil is one of the best young track stars in the country, ranked No. 2 in both Maryland and the U.S. She holds 13 state championship titles and 16 medals. Her relay team won gold in …

As students from around the country raise their voices on March 24 in support of new action to curb gun violence, they will be greeted by the voices of the Cardinal Shehan Catholic School choir. The Baltimore choir first captivated the nation with its performance of Andra Day’s “Rise Up.” …

In late 1989, Jamie Roeder’s father won a contest at a fall fundraiser for The Children’s Guild. The prize: Roeder and her sister were photographed for the January 1990 cover of Baltimore’s Child. Roeder recalls a photographer coming to their Catonsville home and the two girls tossing confetti for the …

Lives: Baltimore Children: Levi, 6; Austin, 4; Nolan, 1 Occupation: Blogger and Motivational Speaker Why blogging? How did you get started? In 2014, my son, who was 15 months at the time, was diagnosed with severe food allergies, eosinophilic esophagitis, an esophageal inflammation known as EoE, and a feeding disorder. …

Here are 10 Easter events in our area, starting this week! SUNDAY MARCH 18 Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny Visits Harford Mall is pairing with Autism Speaks to provide children with special needs a chance to visit with the Easter Bunny in a comforting environment. This event is open to children of …