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The Akron Zoo surpassed its all-time annual attendance record, attracting 398,878 visitors in 2016. The zoo also set other attendance records last year, including a new single day attendance record and a new record for Boo at the Zoo attendance. Among the features and events that drew the large crowds were a Chilean flamingo chick that went on exhibit, new snow leopard triplets that were introduced, the final stretch of the Journey to The Reef exhibit, and the return of Wild Lights after a 16-year hiatus. ...

Tickets are still available for Disney on Ice Presents Follow Your Heart, which runs Jan. 6-15 at Quicken Loans Arena. Be sure to visit Northeast Ohio Parent's Facebook page this Friday for a chance to win free tickets for your family! ...

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If you want to prepare for a grownups-only getaway, local travel agent Tricia Scott shares noteworthy adult adventures and little-known tips about why a Disney vacation isn't just for the kids. ...

Just because the temperatures are dropping doesn’t mean outdoor family fun should be put on ice until the spring. In fact, winter in Northeast Ohio brings a slew of must-do seasonal activities. Whether you choose to revisit some family favorites or try something new this season, you’ll find some great ideas here. ...

Throughout this month, many Northeast Ohio venues will offer great activities and educational experiences specifically for homeschool students and their families. From topics such as writing and science to art and nature, check out the many options available. ...

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Looking for some winter break fun for your kids? Take them to burn off — I mean bounce off — their energy at Romp n Stomp Inflatables and Fun Center, located in Medina. ...

Cuyahoga Valley National Park announced plans to open a new Visitor Center in the village of Boston. The $5.9 million facility, slated to open in summer of 2019, will help orient newcomers to the park, and connect locals to its wide array of landscapes and programs. ...