You know the places you love to take your kids for play dates? Well, have you ever thought about checking them out for an adult play date? Many museums and cultural centers around town offer ways to explore and enjoy that reach beyond your kids. ...

Even though beach and pool season is coming to a close here in Northeast Ohio, the experts caution that families should not put away their swimsuits and goggles quite yet. Learn the advantages of year-round swimming for kids. ...

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Whether you’re fulfilling a reading list or simply helping your child discover the magic of reading, these local booksellers will help your child’s imagination soar — they're also great places to pick up a book for yourself. ...

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Visit Eton Chagrin Boulevard in Woodmere on August 15 for the final installment in the Eton Explorers summer event series. Eton Explorers — Scavenger Hunt is a free, family-friendly event presented by Joseph and Florence Mandel Jewish Day School and Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine. Come for crafts, games and other activities, including a scavenger hunt with prizes for all participants and a grand prize currently valued at more than $700 for one lucky winner. ...

Eton Explorers — Scavenger Hunt is a free, family-friendly event that brings together crafts, games and other activities. Features include custom balloon creations, character appearances, glitter tattoos and a scavenger hunt with prizes for all participants — and a grand prize currently valued at more than $600 for one lucky winner. ...

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Next Monday, people across the U.S. will see the sun disappear behind the moon. In Ohio, we will view a partial solar eclipse. Find out where to go and learn methods to safely experience the eclipse in the greater Cleveland/Akron region. There's family-friendly fun to be had throughout this weekend, as well as special viewing events on Monday. ...