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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 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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Cleveland Metroparks Tobogganing Opens in Strongsville

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 26, 2019
Experience the icy thrill of tobogganing at the Chalet in Mill Stream Run Reservation. The twin, 700-foot refrigerated ice chutes operate with or without snow beginning this Friday through early March, weather permitting. ...
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Great Lakes Mall Dino Quest

Dino Quest Opens at Great Lakes Mall

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 24, 2019
Dino Quest, a fully-immersive dinosaur experience, is part museum and part gift shop. It features a 15-foot-long, animatronic, ride-on T-Rex; a touch-museum with dinosaur fossil displays; a sand dig pit; gem mining; and a learning nook with hands-on activities. ...
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Thanksgiving Turkey Crafts for Kids

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 20, 2019

Looking for some Thanksgiving-themed crafts to make with the kids this week? Check out these easy DIY turkey ideas, courtesy of Easy Kids Craft. read more

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Save the Date: 2020 Camp & Summer Programs Fair

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 20, 2019
Join Northeast Ohio Parent for a fun-filled Camp & Summer Programs Fair weekend slated for March 7-8, 2020. At two locations — Westlake and Lyndhurst — attendees will meet with representatives from area camps and summer programs, plus enjoy prizes, activities, entertainment and more. ...
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Lake Metroparks Candy Land

Lake Metroparks’ ‘Candy Land Gone to the Birds!’ Opens Saturday

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 20, 2019
This year, visitors will flock to this wild holiday tradition with a new twist: the Candy Land game you remember has gone to the birds! Candy Land comes to reality in this life-sized game board that takes you on a free, fun birding adventure featuring holiday decorations and colorful seasonal habitats. ...
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