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Spring Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show Returns

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
April 8, 2021
The Avant-Garde Shows, a series of craft shows that provide weekend activities of art, crafts and food, returns this spring season. There are two upcoming shows in Strongsville and Avon to shop seasonal items, handcrafted art pieces, jewelry, baby products and more. ...
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Octopus Egg Hunt With Greater Cleveland Aquarium

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
April 5, 2021
Watch an egg hunt underwater! Greater Cleveland Aquarium Aquarist Mallory fills plastic eggs with capelin and shrimp. To get the food, the giant Pacific octopus has to find and open the eggs. ...
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Plant Native in Your Garden

By Angela Gartner
March 31, 2021
It’s almost that time of year to think about what to plant in your garden. While there are plenty of options at your local big-box store's garden center, think about choosing native flowers and plants this year. Planting native can add something special — and it goes a long way toward helping the environment. ...
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Vote for Your Favorites in the 2021 Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards!

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 31, 2021
Help us find the best of the best in Northeast Ohio when it comes to family fun — and be entered to win a fantastic local prize! Voting ends tomorrow; it's the last chance to cast your ballot for your favorite businesses, attractions, family services and more. ...
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Learn More About Camp from 2021 Camp and Summer Programs Virtual Fair Sessions

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 29, 2021
Northeast Ohio Parent put together a Camp and Summer Programs Virtual Fair in March. The day included main stage speakers, an interactive exhibit show floor, and more. If you didn’t
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Feeding Backyard Birds With Lake Metroparks

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 29, 2021
Are you new to backyard bird feeding and want to know how to get started? Watch this video by Lake Metroparks to learn about the different types of food and feeders you can use to attract birds to your yard. ...
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Catch the Hatch at Mentor Public Library

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
March 29, 2021
Starting Tuesday, March 30, Mentor Public Library will have special guests — little chicken eggs that are getting ready to hatch — in the children's department at its main branch. The library will have an incubator set up and families may even get to see the eggs as they hatch. ...
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Geauga Park District’s Nature Writing Contest

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
March 25, 2021
The 26th annual contest seeks entries for nature-inspired poetry and prose by creative writers of any age. Winners receive cash prizes; honors during the Nature Arts Festival, publication in a winner chapbook and more. ...
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Take a Staycation This Spring Break

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 21, 2021
Stay in town and visit the region's attractions. Many have unique offerings and ongoing exhibits that provide opportunities for learning and family-friendly fun. Check out this list for what's happening in the Cleveland/Akron area.  ...
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Theater & Arts Events in Northeast Ohio

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 21, 2021
Looking for some enrichment arts and theater activities for your family? Check out the following virtual or in-person classes and performances offered by theater and arts organizations in the greater Cleveland/Akron area.  ...
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