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Northeast Ohio Storytimes & Activities for Kids, December 2019

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
December 4, 2019
Have fun this month with a visit to your local library, museum or area attraction, many of which offer storytimes, crafts, and other fun activities for young children. ...
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Santa Experiences in Northeast Ohio

By Denise Koeth
December 4, 2019

When it comes to getting your kids’ pictures taken with Santa, times have changed. While nearly every shopping mall still offers an audience with the jolly old elf, the set-ups

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Enter to Win a Holiday Package From Goldfish Swim School

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
December 1, 2019

Give the gift of Goldfish! We are thrilled to partner with our friends at Goldfish Swim School to give away a limited edition holiday package. read more

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Family Cooking: Ways to Team up with Your Kids in the Kitchen

By Jennifer Picciano
December 1, 2019
New devices may be at the top of your kids’ wish lists this season, and you may be regrettably attached to yours, but put ‘em down. Get ahead of your inevitable New Year’s resolution to unplug (well, except for small kitchen appliances) and get busy cooking with your kids. ...
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Book stores in Cleveland, Ohio

Shop Local: Toy & Book Stores in Northeast Ohio

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
December 1, 2019
Looking for the perfect gifts for the kids on your holiday shopping list? Step away from your screens and exit those big-box stores to support your local economy while finding unique gifts, toys, books and more. Check out this listing of toy stores and book stores in the greater Cleveland/Akron area. ...
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Children’s Museum of Cleveland Celebrates Two Years in New Location

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
December 1, 2019
After raising $10.7 million to complete a capital campaign, CMC opened its doors at its new MidTown location on Nov. 6, 2017, and now hosts 40,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space. Over the past 2 years, the museum has focused on broadening its impact and creating a more inclusive, accessible and sustainable space. ...
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50 Acts of Kindness for Kids

By Denise Koeth
November 30, 2019
With many schools and parents putting more emphasis on unity, empathy and caring for others, kids often are left with the desire to do good. Since it can be hard to come up with concrete ways for small hands to make a big difference, here are 50 acts of kindness for kids of all ages to do year-round.  ...
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Local Guide to Charitable Giving this Holiday Season

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 28, 2019
Though it’s important to teach kids the value of giving year-round, there’s just something extra special about helping those in need during the holiday season. If your family is seeking a worthy charitable cause this season, consider these options. ...
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‘Ultimate Dinosaurs’ at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 26, 2019
Opening on Friday and based on groundbreaking research from scientists around the world, the exhibit reveals species of dinosaurs that evolved in isolation in South America, Madagascar, and other parts of Africa, and examines how and why are they are so different from their North American counterparts. ...
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Cleveland, Ohio, Winterfest

Cleveland Public Library Welcomes ‘Lamb Chop’ at Winterfest

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 26, 2019
CPL kicks off its free holiday entertainment at the Main Library on Saturday with its Winterfest experience, featuring Mallory Lewis, the daughter of the late puppeteer and ventriloquist Shari Lewis, who will present "A Lamb Chop Celebration." ...
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