Things to do

From thrills and chills to not-so-spooky family fun, there is plenty to do in Northeast Ohio to celebrate Halloween this month. Check the list below for some fun ideas to get your family in the Halloween spirit. ...

Last weekend, my family traveled back in time and spent a day in 13th Century England at The Great Lakes Medieval Faire & Marketplace. Though our family is on the younger side, there was still plenty to do. ...

Come to the zoo and celebrate the season with special animal enrichment demonstrations with the lions, cheetahs, rhinos, elephants, grizzly bears and sea lions. Then enjoy costumed characters, crafts, an interactive gaming zone, a DJ dance party, and touch-a-truck encounters with some of the Zoo's heavy equipment. See great rides with the BMX thrill shows featuring professional BMX riders. ...

Are you looking for the best deal on a spring wardrobe for your children? Several times each year, parents clean out their children's closets and offer their gently used items at a fraction of the cost. In addition to clothing, you'll find toys, games, books and furniture. Mark your calendars for these upcoming sales and save big on items for your kids. ...

Participating in an area Easter egg hunt is a fun way to celebrate the holiday. Kids of all ages will have a hopping good time collecting the colorful eggs and discovering the surprises inside. Most events also offer activities including breakfast with the Easter Bunny, crafts and other family-friendly fun. ...

As the days on the calendar go by at lightning speed, we all know summer will be here before we know it. And that means, it's time to start planning for summer camp. There are so many day and overnight summer camp opportunities for kids including: outdoor adventure, science & technology, sports, performing arts, camps for children with special needs, faith-based and many more. ...

Looking for a way to celebrate and honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.? You're in luck because there are many free and family-friendly events taking place this Monday in observation of this special and important holiday. ...

Don’t let the cold temperatures stop your family from having fun this winter season. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor activities around Northeast Ohio. Grab your coat and boots for a chilly adventure or burn off extra energy by learning or playing at these indoor kid-friendly places. ...

Join the mall for these two events this weekend. Families can have breakfast with Santa on Saturday, or children in the area can don their pajamas and come to the mall for holiday story time with the big guy in the red suit on Sunday. ...

Take the family on a trip to a Christmas Tree farm and experience the fun of finding and cutting down your perfect Christmas tree from the field. In addition, many of the farms offer unique experiences like horse-drawn wagon rides, campfires with hot chocolate and specialty handmade Christmas decor. ...