Things to do

Fun at First & Main returns with Water Fun next Wednesday, Aug. 2. The free, family-friendly event in Hudson includes custom balloon creations by the Twister Girl Balloon Company and glitter tattoos by 5 Star Talent, plus the chance to make bubbles with Old Trail School and collect fantastic giveaways like Cleveland Gladiators and Monsters gear! ...

The Cleveland Orchestra's summertime concert series at Blossom Music Center is a great opportunity to introduce your children to the orchestra. Find out why the concerts are great for even the youngest kids, plus a few ways to make the experience go smoothly, even if the show goes past bedtime. ...

Partnering with Jacobs Entertainment and the Nautica Entertainment Complex, The Cleveland Monsters will host free street hockey clinics for children in Northeast Ohio to introduce them to the sport of hockey. Each clinic session will include professional hockey instruction of the fundamentals of the game, as well as festival activities and other fun. ...

For the first time in 17 years, Cleveland Ballet will present a delightful, new production of the traditional holiday classical ballet “The Nutcracker Suite” in Playhouse Square. The company encourages interested local children to audition in September, as Cleveland Ballet plans to cast 60 individuals for the children’s roles. ...

There's still enough summer left to have a blast with your family. Plan your final summer days by checking out all the family fun options Northeast Ohio has to offer. Our complete guide to summer features seasonal topics, plus area attractions, outdoor fun, free entertainment, and plenty of options for arts, culture and education. ...

The Akron Symphony Orchestra is once again partnering with the City of Akron to offer a series of free outdoor concerts this summer in city parks. Starting this Sunday, the performances begin at 7:30 p.m. and feature a variety of popular favorites. ...

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Visit Eton Chagrin Boulevard in Woodmere tomorrow for Eton Explorers — Splash Party. The free, family-friendly event offers prizes, crafts, activities and more, including balloon creations by the Twister Girl Balloon Company, glitter tattoos by 5 Star Talent, a football toss and hockey slap shot with Cleveland Gladiators and Monsters, and much more. ...

Severance Hall, home of The Cleveland Orchestra, is seeking volunteers for the upcoming season, which runs September 2017 to June 2018. Available opportunities include tour guides, ushers, and Junior Volunteer Corps for students ages 14 and older. ...