Things to do

‘Tis the shopping season. However, it wouldn’t be a pandemic holiday without supply chain woes and worries over whether gifts will arrive on time. One way to alleviate these stresses, while simultaneously supporting the local workforce, is to shop small. Meet nine local Mom and Dad makers who can help you enjoy a homegrown, handmade holiday from the heart. ...

Kick off the holiday season with some festive family fun at one of these events taking place in the greater Cleveland/Akron area this month. We also provide a preview of events taking place in early December. ...

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. ...