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... Events This Week
January 11, 2026 - January 18, 2026
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January 11
Snow Much Fun Open House
January 11
Toast s’mores, sip cocoa, make a craft, paint in the snow and try feeding the chickadees.
January 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Mini Monster Course at the Akron Zoo
January 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Visit the Akron Zoo from Jan. 5 - Feb. 1 and enjoy Akron Children's Museum mini monster course. The mini monster course is a child-friendly, indoor obstacle course that includes a tunnel, balance beam, stair steps, stepping stones and more.
January 12
Accents and Dialects
January 12
Learn the basics of commonly used theater accents through exercises and games. The class will also explore and identify characteristics of various accents., then use accents to approach new characters.
January 12
Homeschool Connections
January 12
Whether you are looking to share tips, or seeking social opportunities for your students, this group offers a welcoming space for parents and children alike 10:30 a.m.
January 12
Multi-Arts Program
January 12
A rich, creative experience for children to explore art, music, dance and theatre.
January 12
Early Intervention Family Storytime
January 12
Register for a story time and a short activity offered to families in the early intervention program.
January 13
Homeschool Family Swim
January 13
An opportunity for homeschool families to swim on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays starting in January.
January 13
Teen Homeschool: Burning Bowl Activity
January 13
Learn to let go of what is no longer useful or beneficial and change life for the better.
January 13
Kids Aerial Hoop
January 13
Students will build strength, flexibility, and confidence while being introduced to aerial arts.
January 14
Drama Tots
January 14
Children are encouraged to imagine, create and have their moment in the spotlight.
January 14
Mess Makers: Sparkle & Shine
January 14
Children will create shimmery artwork as they engage with a glittery wonderland.
January 15
January 15
Indoor Field Day
January 15
A day packed with fun games and activities designed just for kids ages 6-12.
January 16
Storytime with Josh
January 16
Spark a Love of Science Through Stories with Josh Avsec, Associate Director of Museum Experience.
January 16
Happily Ever Before
January 16
Rumpelstiltskin helps villains use magic to travel back in time, planning to change the destinies of their princesses and send them down a new path that doesn’t end happily.
January 16 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Remington College Cleveland Campus January Cooking Class
January 16 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Remington College – Cleveland Campus is kicking off the new year with exciting hands-on culinary classes, and you’re invited!
January 17
Fire & Ice Walk
January 17
Guests can watch artists create cool ice sculptures and warm up at fire pits along the Vermilion River.
January 17
Kids Homesteading Weekend
January 17
Kids can experience age-appropriate special topics and activities about farming and homesteading.
January 17
Mentor Chill Out
January 17
A full-day of family-friendly fun as the main grounds are transformed into a winter wonderland.
January 17
ACT OUT: James and the Giant Peach
January 17
Students learn concentration, cooperation, imagination, body, and voice, through games and activities.
January 17
Acting Adventures
January 17
Introduces children (ages 4-7) to theater through improvised imagination.
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