Looking for family-friendly fun this month? Check out these events and activities happening all month long around Northeast Ohio.
November 3
Paying for College. Explore recent changes in financial aid that may impact how much families will pay for college and how to navigate these changes. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Willoughby Public Library, 30 Public Square, we247.org
November 4
Application Success: Teens. Workshop that will cover personal statements for college admission, discuss differences between letters of recommendation and references, and more. 7-8 p.m. Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road, westlakelibrary.org
November 5-8, 14, 17 & December 5, 13
Kindergarten Countdown. Help your child build kindergarten readiness skills in a program aligned to Ohio’s Early Childhood Standards. Cuyahoga County Library, various locations, cuyahogalibary.org
November 6
Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow. 6 p.m. Connor Palace at Playhouse Square, 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
November 8
Father-Daughter Dance. Dinner, cupcakes, a DJ booth and more. Ages 3-12. 4-7 p.m. Broadview Heights Parks and Recreation, 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, broadview-heights.org
November 9
Play Day: Seams and Dreams. A free opportunity for families to be creative, create a wearable masterpiece and step onto the runway. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., clevelandart.org
November 10
Campfire Chemistry. Create a campfire with chemistry and learn how to make a dazzling light show using the periodic table. Silver Creek Metro Park, 5000 Hametown Rd., Norton.
Words and Art Workshop. Explore creativity and well-being through writing and art with hands-on projects and an exhibit. Grades K-5. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Maple Valley Branch Library, 1187 Copley Road, Akron, akronlibrary.org
Early Intervention Family Story Time. A story time and a short activity offered to families in the early intervention program. 5:30-6 p.m. Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., mentorpl.org
November 13
Kids Knitting Night. Beginners can learn to knit a kitchen cloth. Ages 8-13. 6-7 p.m. Euclid Public Library, 631 E. 222nd St., euclidlibrary.org
November 14
Evening at the Museum: Brownie Girl Scout Badge Blitz. Explore the solar system, the world of bugs and more. 6-9 p.m. McKinley Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton, mckinleymuseum.org
November 15
Super Science Saturday: Super Slime. Discover different, amazing slimes. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Akron Fossils & Science Center, 2080 S. Cleveland Massillon Road, Copley, akronfossils.com
Hot Wheels Race Day. Bring a car or borrow one to race on the derby track. Ages 4-9. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Goodyear Branch Library, 60 Goodyear Blvd., Akron, akronlibrary.org
Snoopy’s Fall Festival. Play fall games, stop by the coloring station and enjoy fall-themed giveaways. 12:30-3 p.m. United Skates, 30325 Palisades Pkwy., Wickliffe, unitedskates.com
Family Clay Play! Use slabs of clay to create a pair of espresso (or kid-size) cups, salt and pepper shakers, or something unique. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Valley Art Center, 155 Bell St., Chagrin Falls, valleyartcenter.org
Scriptless in Seattle Improv Workshop. Participants learn how to build characters, conflict, and motivation from touring professionals with the show Scriptless in Seattle. Ages 12-18. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. BAYarts, 28795 Lake Road, Bay Village, bayarts.net
November 16
Elmo and Friends Say Hello. Sing and dance with the furry friends from Sesame Street while enjoying fun surprises. 2 p.m. Key Bank Theatre, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
November 20
Spy School. Go undercover for a spy training experience and enjoy a night full of fun, creativity, and a dash of espionage. Grades 2-6. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Twinsburg Public Library, 10050 Ravenna Road, twinsburglibrary.org
Play, Learn and Grow. Spend time with other families while playing with toys and puzzles. Birth-Age 6. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Rocky River Public Library, 1600 Hampton Road, rrpl.org
November 22
Critter Cinema. Watch clips from nature and animal movies, then discuss how these scenes compare to real animal behavior and habitats. 10-11 a.m. Sippo Lake Park, Exploration Gateway, 5710-5712 12th St., Canton, starkparks.com
Balloon Olympics. A fun, energetic and imaginative set of games where kids compete in balloon games. Ages 6-9. 10-11 a.m. Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library, 3512 Darrow Road, smfpl.org
November 22-January 4
Candy Land: It’s Wild in Ohio. An indoor magical wonderland brings this favorite family game to life! 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Penitentiary Glen Reservation, 8668 Kirtland Chardon Road, Kirtland, lakemetroparks.com
November 26
Feed the Animals. Work with wildlife staff to prepare food, treats and enrichment for the animals. 9-10:30 a.m. Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Road, Bay Village, lensc.org
December 5-21
Annie. A musical based on “Little Orphan Annie” by Thomas Meehan, directed by Dennis O’Connell. Magical Theatre Company, 565 W. Tuscarawas Ave., Barberton, magicaltheatre.org
