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Events This Week
May 11, 2025 - May 18, 2025
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May 11
May 11
Moms Rock 5k
May 11
Start time: 9:00 AM
Celebrate Mother's Day with the Mom's Rock 5K, a heartfelt race supporting the Cuyahoga County Division of Children Services.
May 11 @ 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Mother’s Day Early Dinner at Lady Caroline
May 11 @ 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
WOW mom with family time, a delectable dinner buffet and city skyline views.
May 12 - May 13
Fun Day Club: Boys
May 12 - May 13
Focuses on conversational skills and learning to create friendships.
5 p.m.
May 12
May 12
Young Scientists
May 12
Young Scientists (ages 2-3) engages adults and children in learning, interaction, curiosity, and STEM exploration.
May 12
May 12 - May 13
Fun Day Club: Boys
May 12 - May 13
Focuses on conversational skills and learning to create friendships.
5 p.m.
May 13
May 13 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join Us for Pinecrest Play Days - Dress Up! Superhero & Princess Day
May 13 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Celebrate all things magical and superhero at Pinecrest Play Days in Orange Village on Tuesday, May 13 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Enjoy free family-friendly fun including exhibitor tables with games and prizes, activities, snacks, music and more!
May 12 @ 8:00 am - May 14 @ 5:00 pm
Watercolor Flowers
May 12 @ 8:00 am - May 14 @ 5:00 pm
Create a variety of small watercolor flower paintings.
May 14
Mess Makers at the Akron Art Museum
May 14
Learn, play and explore creation stations designed with the messiest kids in mind. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
May 12 @ 8:00 am - May 14 @ 5:00 pm
Watercolor Flowers
May 12 @ 8:00 am - May 14 @ 5:00 pm
Create a variety of small watercolor flower paintings.
May 14
Whisked Away: A Rattouille Family Fun Night
May 14
Immerse yourselves in movie magic, crafts and more.
May 15
Young Choreographers Collective
May 15
Work together to choreograph a group number after learning the basic elements of dance.
May 15 - May 16
May 15 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Pinecrest Play Days
May 15 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join us for outdoor family-friendly fun at Pinecrest Play Days in Orange Village this summer
These free weekly themed events, presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and our partners, are ideal for kids, parents and caregivers.
We’ve added a special Saturday date in August to celebrate going back to school! All events will feature:– Fun music – Exhibitor tables with activities + giveaways – FREE snacks
Other activities vary by event:
Face painting, balloon twister, magician, animal entertainer, glitter tattoos, musical entertainment, mascots from various organizations + much more!
The first 100 families to register for each venue will receive an exclusive giveaway!
Registration opens early spring!
Rescheduled for May 15 – Dress up!
May 15 - May 16
May 16
May 16
May 16 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
May 16
Just Kids Stuff Garage Sale
May 16
Shop for many items ranging from baked goods and produce, to kids items and toys.
May 17
Colorful Clay Creations
May 17
Students ages 5-7 will create a variety of hand built clay pieces learning clay techniques and using pottery tools.
May 17
Let’s Move Summit County Bike & Hike
May 17
An initiative encouraging children and families to lead active, healthy lifestyles.
May 17
Super Science Saturday: Perky Plants
May 17
Discover the science behind these living organisms, their classification, and their fancy lives.
May 17
May 17
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