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Play Away the Winter Blues: Tech Fun for Kids

By Mike Daugherty
December 27, 2019
The holidays have passed and sooner or later, the gifts that were so shiny and new will begin to lose some of their appeal. This can lead to the dreaded "What can we do?" question. These sites provide engaging activities for children that use the digital world to alleviate that real-world boredom by blending the two. ...
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25 Ways to Spend Time with Grandparents During Winter Break

By Angela Gartner
December 20, 2019
Winter break means many kids will spend time relaxing at home, hanging out with friends and playing with their new toys. There will be lots of family time, too. It's a perfect time for kids to spend extra time with their grandparents. Here are 25 ways to make a day with grandparents extra special. ...
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Summer camp and programs fair

Think Summer: 2020 Camp & Summer Programs Fair March 7 & 8

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
December 18, 2019
It's time to think summer — not cold, snowy weather — and register to join us for the 2020 Camp & Summer Programs Fair weekend, where you can meet representatives from a variety of camps and summer program options, as well as enjoy prizes, entertainment and more at the free events. ...
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Queue Up the Holiday Classics for a Family Movie Night

By Rini Jeffers
December 12, 2019
'Tis the season for watching holiday movies with the family. No matter what your tastes, here are some great ideas to get you started. Bring on the popcorn and the cocoa, put on your fuzziest jammies and settle in for a winter’s night. ...
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Great Lakes Science Center events

Holiday Pajama Party at Great Lakes Science Center

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
December 11, 2019
The next two Saturdays, keep the kids in their PJs and head to the Science Center for a hot cocoa bar with whipped cream, marshmallows and sprinkles, plus liquid nitrogen peppermint ice cream, cookies, a hands-on science activity and “The Polar Express” in the DOME Theater. ...
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Summer Event Series Highlights Video

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
December 9, 2019

Relive all the fun Northeast Ohio Parent summer events from 2019 and get excited for 2020, when we’ll bring back Crocker Kids, Fun at First & Main and Pinecrest Play

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One Tank Trip: Kennywood’s Holiday Lights

By Miriam Conner
December 7, 2019

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and one of the most wonderful places to see some amazing lights with your family is Kennywood. read more

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Disney+ Details and Vacation Planning

By Tricia Scott
December 6, 2019
By now, you surely have heard about Disney+. The long awaited streaming service offers entertainment from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and more. Disney+ offers some of the best stories in the world, all in one place — and a free limited trial currently is available. ...
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 Akron Children’s Museum Celebrates Early Literacy, Plans Expansion

By Denise Koeth
December 5, 2019

Akron Children’s Museum in November welcomed local authors and community organizations in celebration of National Family Literacy Day. Museum visitors were treated to special appearances and interactive storytelling experiences with

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Cleveland museum of natural history

‘Ultimate Dinosaurs’ at CMNH is a Must-See for Families

By Denise Koeth
December 4, 2019

If anyone in your family loves dinosaurs — and let’s face it, what young child isn’t fascinated by them? — you’ll want to visit the Cleveland Museum of Natural

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