If you cannot understand your child's speech, ask your pediatrician for a referral to a speech-language pathologist, who diagnoses speech and language difficulties. The SLP will conduct an evaluation that will provide an overall view of how your child is communicating, which skills are emerging, which skills have been mastered, and, possibly, areas of struggle. Learn more about the process here.
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Fun at the Crocker Kids Summer Event Series
Summer of 2017 was filled with fun at Northeast Ohio Parent magazine’s free summer event series: Eton Explorers, Crocker Kids, and Fun at First & Main.
Events This Week
September 24, 2017 - October 1, 2017
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09/24
6th Annual Grape Harvest Festival
09/24
Live music, great food and family fun including grape stomping and kids craft activities.
09/24
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/24
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/24
Hot Air Balloon Lift Off
09/24
Half a dozen balloons will take to the skies against the backdrop of the fall harvest activities.
09/24
Fall Fest
09/24
Hot air balloon launch, bouncy rides, Jungle Terry, Euclid Beach Rocket Car, Magician, pumpkins, games & food.
09/25
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/25
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/25
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/25
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/25
Creatures of Light: Nature’s Glowing Mysteries
09/25
An all-new exhibit opening Friday will shine a light on the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. The exhibit showcases organisms that shine through the darkness – from dense forest to the deepest depths of the ocean, the darkest caves and more.
09/26
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/26
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/26
Spree Hike with Lisa King
09/26
Hike with Executive Director Lisa King during the Fall Hiking Spree and ask questions about Summit Metro Parks.
09/26
Open Huts at the Habitat
09/26
To introduce this new family space, the Arboretum is holding Open Huts from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
09/26
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/26
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/26
Creatures of Light: Nature’s Glowing Mysteries
09/26
An all-new exhibit opening Friday will shine a light on the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. The exhibit showcases organisms that shine through the darkness – from dense forest to the deepest depths of the ocean, the darkest caves and more.
09/27
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/27
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/27
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/27
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/27
Creatures of Light: Nature’s Glowing Mysteries
09/27
An all-new exhibit opening Friday will shine a light on the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. The exhibit showcases organisms that shine through the darkness – from dense forest to the deepest depths of the ocean, the darkest caves and more.
09/28
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/28
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/28
Exploring the Night Sky (3 part series)
09/28
7:00 PM
Jason Davis, Museum Astronomer from the Cleveland Museum of Natural History will teach a 3-part series on astronomy.
09/28
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/28
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/28
Creatures of Light: Nature’s Glowing Mysteries
09/28
An all-new exhibit opening Friday will shine a light on the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. The exhibit showcases organisms that shine through the darkness – from dense forest to the deepest depths of the ocean, the darkest caves and more.
09/28 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Memory wire beaded bracelet class
09/28 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Make a beautiful piece of jewelry for yourself, or as a gift!
09/29
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/29
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/29
The 28th Annual Norton Cider Festival
09/29
A family event with something for all ages including apple decorating, magical train, inflatables and fireworks.
09/29
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/29
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/29
Creatures of Light: Nature’s Glowing Mysteries
09/29
An all-new exhibit opening Friday will shine a light on the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. The exhibit showcases organisms that shine through the darkness – from dense forest to the deepest depths of the ocean, the darkest caves and more.
09/30
Horse-drawn Fall Hay Wagon Rides and Corn Maze
09/30
What better way to enjoy the sights of fall than with an afternoon of family-oriented fun.
09/30
Apple Butter & Cider Festival
09/30
Lake Metroparks Farmpark continues a tradition of celebrating the harvest season with a weekend all about apples!
09/30
Superman from Cleveland to Krypton
09/30
Three floors of exhibits in the Main Library will feature memorabilia, art and artifacts from the Mike Curtis Collection of Superman Memorabilia and other prominent collectors.
09/30
The 28th Annual Norton Cider Festival
09/30
A family event with something for all ages including apple decorating, magical train, inflatables and fireworks.
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