Things to do

Get in the thankful spirit all month long with this lineup of Thanksgiving-themed events taking place throughout the greater Cleveland and Akron area during November. ...

From robots and knitting to origami and STEM projects, Cleveland Public Library will host a series of Maker workshops and hands-on, interactive projects at main library and most neighborhood branches this week. Also, visit the Maker Faire Cleveland at Great Lakes Science Center on Saturday. ...

Look for these two programs this week in Connecting for Kids Speaker Series on Tuesday and Wednesday. One program addresses COVID-19 behaviors and the second speaker helps parents navigate social situations as everyone heads into the holiday season. ...

Northeast Ohio Parent blogger Aisha Taylor of "FNPhenomenal" viewed the Picturing Motherhood Now", which is currently on display at the Cleveland Museum of Art. As a single mom of twins, she shares her experience with the impactful exhibit.   ...

Halloween is this weekend and the fall fun happenings continue before October ends. Find out what you can do, whether taking your kids to costume-clad events to hiking through autumn, here are ongoing events for all ages through the season.  ...

Wild Winter Lights transforms the Zoo after dark with hundreds of dazzling displays across holiday-themed areas including Candyland, Enchanted Forest, Conservation Trail and Santa’s Workshop. This year, guests can experience Wild Winter Lights on foot or in their personal vehicle. ...

Each time period paints motherhood with a unique color, capturing the grace, courage and unconditional love of this human experience. The "Picturing Motherhood Now" exhibit at the Cleveland Museum of Art, which opened on Saturday, shows artists' works who reimagine what it means to be a mother. ...

Participate in the celebration of International Observe the Moon Night on Saturday, Oct. 16. This celebration provides opportunities to learn about lunar science and exploration, observe celestial bodies, and honor personal and cultural connections to the Moon. ...

Geauga Park District’s Observatory Park in Montville Township is open daily and all ages can explore the skies this fall. Mark your calendars for upcoming activities such as guided night sky viewing, a near-total Lunar Eclipse, nature journaling and astronomy education.  ...

Join us for free, fun educational activities and entertainment, which is brought to you by a few crowd favorites, at The Education & STEM Expo 2021 EAST. The event, co-presented by Ohio’s 529 Plan & Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine, will be held on Sunday, October 10, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Acacia Clubhouse at Cleveland Metroparks. ...