Things to do

Visitors will see firsthand how this recently constructed feature allows everyone to more deeply immerse themselves in nature and the outdoors. Open during regular Nature Center hours, the treehouse is ADA-accessible and overlooks the scenic Stearns Woodland Trail. ...

Cleveland Metroparks opened The Lindsey Family Play Space at Edgewater Park. The nearly one-acre Play Space has a wide range of nature play opportunities. The Play Space features distinct play zones designed to serve children of all ages and abilities. ...

Beck Center for the Arts in Lakewood announces its 73rd season. The 2021-2022 Youth Theater Season is filled with entertaining and exciting titles perfect for the entire family. ...

The Summer Out Loud challenge begins where participants complete activities for their Summer Out Loud passport. Completed passports, which will be turned in to a branch of the Akron Area YMCA, will be entered to win a national grand prize. ...

Ready to travel? Here are some things to bring along. Keep your child both safe and entertained with these ideas from National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA), which evaluates and tests all these road-ready products. ...

Weathervane Playhouse in Akron is once again producing live theatre. They are welcoming back audiences to the Playhouse with six-shows for their 87th season. The season includes two shows that couldn't be produced due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ...

Summer reading is a favorite tradition for many families, a way to have fun and prevent the “summer slide” during the break from school. Even though area libraries may still have reduced services or limited hours, many are finding ways to keep this summer staple an option. ...

If you plan to hit the road this summer, consider ways to avoid fast food by making your own munchies for the road. It saves time and money, lets you make fewer stops, and breaks up the boredom of long car rides. Plus eating nutritious foods is healthier. Whether you are traveling in an RV or a car, here are some tips for the best foods to pack that the whole family will enjoy — and that will keep you on the road longer. ...

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo today announced the return of Asian Lantern Festival. Beginning on July 14, the zoo will be transformed with more than 1,000 new illuminated lanterns, live acrobatic performances and culturally-inspired cuisine. ...

Don’t feel you need to travel the Pacific Coast Highway, the Blue Ridge Parkway or any of the other famed roads throughout America. Start planning a summer road trip in Ohio and its surrounding states. Within a few hours’ drive, the whole family can spend the day at these unique attractions. ...