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2019 Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards Winners: Things to do with Kids

By Denise Koeth
June 29, 2019
Parents across the region have spoken. During the nomination period in March and the final voting period in May, we asked our readers and online followers to weigh in on their favorite family-friendly spots — local businesses, attractions, family services and more. Here are the winners and finalists for our fourth annual Parent Choice Awards in the “Things to Do with Kids” theme. ...
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‘Bubble Party’ at Fun at First & Main Next Tuesday!

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 26, 2019
Join us next Tuesday to kick off the holiday week with some bubbletastic fun! Fun at First & Main will take place on July 2 at the First & Main green in Hudson. The free, family-focused event will feature music from 95.5 The Fish, a bubble show by Dr. U. R. Awesome, crafts, glitter tattoos, snacks, giveaways and more. ...
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Akron Zoo Opens ‘Pride of Africa’ on Saturday with Grand Opening Event

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 26, 2019
In the new Pride of Africa experience, guests will learn about the delicate balance of life on Africa's Southern Rift — the land of African lions, Speke's gazelles, storks, and the native Maasai of Kenya. The grand opening event includes entertainment, live music and costumed characters. ...
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Lake County YMCA 2019 Dream House tours begin June 29

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 25, 2019
The Lake County YMCA Dream House, located in Willoughby Hills, will open daily for tours June 29 through August 4. Visitors ages 18 and older can purchase a ticket to tour the home and have the opportunity to win the decorated and furnished Dream House or the cash option with designated house contents. ...
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Tips for Planning a Family Trip to Chicago

By Denise Koeth
June 24, 2019

If you’re looking for a family getaway that’s relatively close to home and doesn’t require each parent to use a lot of PTO, a long weekend trip to Chicago is

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Pride of Africa to Open June 29 at Akron Zoo

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 24, 2019

Opening June 29, the Akron Zoo’s Landon & Cynthia Knight Pride of Africa experience will reflect the beauty and mystery of the savannas of Kenya. Guests will learn about the

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Cleveland Orchestra Announces 2019-20 Family Concert Series, Music Explorers

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 23, 2019
The Cleveland Orchestra's 2019-20 Family Concert Series supported by the Weiss Family Foundation, for ages 7 and older, and the PNC Music Explorers series, for children ages 3 to 6, are designed to introduce young people to the magic and wonder of orchestral music. ...
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5 Tips for Family Trips to the Troll Hole

By Jason Lea
June 22, 2019

How many trolls can a Troll Hole hold if a Troll Hole could hold trolls?

The answer is about 30,000, including a world-record setting 8,000 troll toys and another 22,000

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Thursday Night Music Club Series Kicks off at Hale Farm & Village

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 20, 2019
The monthly Thursday Night Music Club Series kicks off tonight at Hale Farm & Village. Hear live music in a beautiful outdoor setting and enjoy offerings from Hale Farm's own Café 1810, treats from Peace, Love and Little Donuts, a cash bar, featured Ohio winery or brewery, bonfire and shopping at the MarketPlace. ...
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Asian Lantern Festival Returns to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 20, 2019
The Asian Lantern Festival presented by Cleveland Clinic Children’s will transform the zoo with hundreds of illuminated lanterns beginning tonight and running Thursday through Sunday evenings through July 28. The festival is returning bigger than ever with all-new displays, additional live performances and an enhanced offering of culturally-inspired cuisine. ...
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