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Crocker Kids — Sunny Splash Party Moved to Thursday, Aug. 15

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
August 7, 2019
Join us Tuesday, August 13 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for Crocker Kids — Sunny Splash Party at Crocker Park in Westlake. The free event features music from 95.5 The Fish radio station, plus many activities including water fun, make and take crafts, giveaways, snacks, glitter tattoos, games and much more. Have your last splash of fun before heading back to school! ...
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Testing the Waters of Rowing in Northeast Ohio

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
August 7, 2019
Rowing might not be the first sport that comes to mind in Northeast Ohio, but there are several reasons why it’s gaining popularity among local athletes. Learn more about the sport, including its health benefits, potential scholarship opportunities, and why the region is unique when it comes to rowing. ...
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20 Things to do in Cleveland this Summer

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
August 5, 2019

Looking for some ideas to pack a little more fun in the remaining days of your kids’ summer break? Check out these suggestions from Cleveland.com, originally published on June

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Cleveland Orchestra’s Free Star-Spangled Spectacular is This Wednesday

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
August 4, 2019
The Cleveland Orchestra will present its 30th annual free community concert in downtown Cleveland on Aug. 7 at 9 p.m. The program includes music by John Philip Sousa, George Gershwin, Leroy Anderson and John Williams, and features a variety of pre-concert activities. ...
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Sensory-Friendly ‘Lion King’ Coming to Playhouse Square 

By Janet Cho
August 3, 2019
On Aug. 31, Playhouse Square will host its first sensory-friendly Broadway performance of Disney’s "The Lion King." In addition to discounted tickets, the performance features lowered sound volume and stage lights, eliminated strobe lights, and keeping the house lights and stage lights on throughout the show. ...
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One of My Favorite Summer Activities To Do With The Kids

By Aisha Taylor
August 1, 2019

I love the beautiful weather, festivals and the seemingly endless fun activities to do with the kids in the summer. As much as I love those, there also is one

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Ohio’s History Hot Spots: Road Trip Destinations Where Families Can Learn About the Buckeye State

By Kristen J. Gough
August 1, 2019
Looking for ways to sneak a few history lessons — disguised as fun — into your kids’ summer? That’s the idea behind visiting these historical destinations dotted throughout the state. To make this history scavenger hunt even better, we provide a mini-quiz to take with your kids at each destination. Let the road trip — and games — begin! ...
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Pinecrest Play Days — Red Carpet Shindig is Next Tuesday

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
July 31, 2019
Join us on Aug. 6 for the third installment of Pinecrest Play Days, taking place from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Pinecrest in Orange Village. We will be rolling out the red carpet for this free event featuring interactive crafts, prizes/giveaways, glitter tattoos, music by Jesse Jukebox, and much more! ...
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Northeast Ohio Storytimes & Activities for Kids, August 2019

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
July 31, 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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Cottage Playhouse Makeover

By Kristin Gambaccini
July 28, 2019

After a good (and I mean really, really good) scrubbing, I took a tired, old plastic Little Tikes playhouse and transformed it into the sweetest little English Cottage-Style

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