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Returning for its third year, the Eton Explorers Summer Event Series kicks off next Tuesday, June 12 with a Safari Party at Eton Chagrin Boulevard in Woodmere. The free, family-friendly event promises to deliver the fun with crafts, activities, games, prizes and more, plus a special performance by Jungle Terry and Friends. ...

Cleveland Independents in conjunction with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank and the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank present the fourth annual Cookies for Kids, a fundraiser to help feed area children. All proceeds from cookie sales at more than a dozen member locations will be donated to the two food banks. ...

Northeast Ohio Parent magazine received two editorial and design awards at the 2018 All Ohio Excellence in Journalism Awards, a statewide contest presented by The Press Club of Cleveland. ...

The Cleveland Orchestra offers opportunities for children and families to learn about and experience classical musical in an energetic, kid-friendly environment with its PNC Music Explorers series, for children ages 3-6, and American Greetings Family Concert series, for ages 7 and older. ...

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Find family-friendly fun all month long with dozens of fairs and festivals taking place in Northeast Ohio. Whether your family loves art, food, music, culture — or all of the above — you're likely to find a festival close to home that's a perfect fit. ...

The free Fun at First & Main Summer Event Series kicks off next Tuesday, June 5, with an Animal Adventure. Come early for a critter encounter with Jungle Terry and friends, then stay for the event, which will feature Akron Children's Hospital's Doggie Brigade, balloon creations by the Twister Girl Balloon Company, face painting by 5 Star Talent, plus crafts, activities, prizes and more. ...

The June issue of Northeast Ohio Parent will soon be on newsstands — get a sneak peek by viewing our digital issue. This month, we focus on ways to celebrate the father figure in your life, including dad-approved adventures, Father's Day events throughout the region, and more. The Summer Fun Guide has everything you need to plan a fun-filled season for your family. Find a "Summer Bucket List," plus learn about seven out-of-this-world spots in Ohio that will make your family feel like they've traveled the globe. ...