Things to do

The two Amur tiger cubs born on Christmas are the first tigers born in Cleveland in 20 years. In the coming weeks, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo will share behind-the-scenes updates on the new cubs and their development on social media as well as exciting details on how the public can help name them. ...

Registration is now open for Northeast Ohio Parent's Camp & Summer Programs Fair 2021! New this year is a virtual, online option, as well as a drive-through option at both in-person events. ...

Winter brings a whole new season of outdoor and indoor adventures in the greater Cleveland/Akron area. Find some family-friendly fun at a variety of places in the region. ...

The presidential inauguration is a great opportunity for kids to experience democracy in action. Here are some tips for sharing it with your child. There will be lots of activities and not all of them will capture the attention of your child. ...

Maltz Museum will honor the legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with an all-day celebration. Visitors will receive free admission to tour the museum in-person or enjoy the online special programs. The virtual family-friendly activities including a "Stop the Hate" Essay Writing Workshop from Lake Erie Ink and "March Toward Freedom" an interactive family online event. Learn how to register or visit. ...

Don't miss out on Northeast Ohio Parent's Camp & Summer Programs Fair. New this year is a virtual, online option, as well as a drive-through at both in-person events. Parents can connect with representatives from a variety of camps and summer programs. Also, view virtual informational sessions to learn about how to send your kids to camp in 2021 and help to start planning. Find out more about how to register. ...

Do you need to get outside in the fresh air? Here's a list of hiking activities happening this month around the region. Bundle up and join naturalists who will lead you on a winter wonderland adventure on the trails.  ...

The winter tradition has returned with the twin toboggan chutes at The Chalet in Strongsville. Adventure-seekers can plunge down a 70-foot drop and travel along 700 feet of ice, reaching speeds up to 50 miles per hour. Advanced reservations and facial coverings will be required. ...

Looking for some winter fun the whole family will love? This month, Cleveland Metroparks "Ten to Explore" offers guests 10 ways to stay active and explore winter in the Emerald Necklace. ...

Read "Squirrel’s New Year’s Resolution" by Pat Miller, page by page, in the business windows of downtown Kent. Donations of non-perishable food items for “Squirrel’s Helping Box” will be collected at participating businesses. Items will be donated to Kent Social Services. ...