Things to do

With dozens of ice cream shops and stands, the greater Cleveland/Akron area is filled with frosty fun. Find out where to go locally to beat the heat with a cool summer treat. We also share a simple, yet delicious, make-at-home recipe your whole family will love, no ice cream machine required. ...

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Tours begin Saturday for the 2017 Lake County YMCA Dream House, located in Willoughby. The annual fundraising event gives supporters the opportunity to tour — and maybe win — the house of their dreams. ...

Treasure Hunt takes place July 5 at First & Main in Hudson. Presented by Akron Children's Hospital, the event features rock painting, custom balloon creations, glitter tattoos and a treasure hunt with prizes for all participants — and a grand prize for one lucky winner! Find more details, including how to register, here. ...

Plan your family's Independence Day celebration by attending a local parade, festival or fireworks display. There are plenty of opportunities for Fourth of July fun throughout the region both today and tomorrow. ...

Cleveland Indians games are still one of the hottest tickets in town. Northeast Ohio Parent blogger Jen Rome, from Why CLE?, details how parents can take in a game with their tot and still have a great time. She shares tips to maximize fun and minimize stress at Progressive Field. ...

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The Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage's newest exhibit, "Centuries of Childhood: An American Story," uses interactive, hands-on activities to chronicle the stories of five children and their families living in historical eras ranging from the 1700s to the mid-20th Century. The exhibit, produced in partnership with the Children's Museum of Cleveland, is designed for children ages 2-8 years old. ...

On the third Tuesday of each month this summer, world-class artists will perform at Gilmour Academy’s Tudor House as part of its new “Tuesdays at Tudor” summer concert series. Each event is free and open to the public, and begins with wine and light hors d’oeuvres in Tudor House and Tudor Gardens followed by a one-hour concert. ...

Summer is in full swing. Some parents may have already run out of ideas on how to entertain the kids during this school break. If you need some inspiration, grab items you have around the house to set the stage for these creative boredom busters. The eight fun, easy activities provide outdoor adventures that are perfect for kids of all ages. ...