Things to do

Crocker Park’s annual Independence Day music fest will feature a performance by two-time Grammy nominated pop-rock band The Plain White T’s. The free, family-friendly event also includes a lineup of musicians and entertainers, food trucks and more. ...

Pinecrest Play Days kicks off its inaugural season in Orange Village next Tuesday with the theme of “Summer Camp Out" from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Families are invited to enjoy a variety of free activities, including make and take crafts, giveaways, snacks, glitter tattoos, games and much more! ...

Back by popular demand, The Everyday Heroes Activity Center will open for the second year in the museum’s special exhibition gallery space. Children are invited to discover their own everyday superpowers, such as kindness, compassion, listening and helping through hands-on activities. ...

Find family-friendly fun all month long with these festivals and special events taking place in Northeast Ohio. From art and music to food and kid-friendly fun, you're bound to find something new to enjoy with your family. ...

The exhibit, which opens Saturday, will transport visitors to the badlands of Ethiopia and put them in the middle of an important fossil hunt. The exhibit is an immersive blend of science, culture and adventure featuring hands-on exhibits, photography and artifacts from an Ethiopian research site. ...

University Circle and CWRU have announced a full schedule of free summer events in University Circle's Uptown District, beginning this Saturday afternoon with the Uptown Miniature Golf and Ice Cream Social. Test your putting skills on the special pop-up nine-hole miniature golf course, enjoy complimentary ice cream, and play games like human foosball, whack-a-wall, and battle lights. ...

Sponsored by Akron Children’s Hospital and brought to you by Northeast Ohio Parent, “Fun at First & Main” returns for the fourth season in Hudson this summer, beginning Tuesday, June 4, with the theme of “Crafty Kids” from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Come for free activities, including make and take crafts, giveaways, music, games and more! ...

With the turn of the seasons and the sun teasing through the clouds, our friends at Yelp Cleveland are helping you assemble your local picnic basket! From crunchy bread to creamy cheese and fresh cold cuts, these area businesses will curate a perfect picnic in the park. ...

The zoo has launched a naming opportunity for the female sloth bear cub that was born in January — the first sloth bear cub born at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in 30 years and the first offspring of mom, Shiva, and dad, Balawat. The public can cast their votes through May 27. ...

The Cleveland Monsters will be taking hockey to the streets this summer with its 2019 Grow the Game Street Hockey Series, featuring five street hockey events taking place throughout Northeast Ohio. Children ages 5-14, regardless of hockey experience, will receive USA Hockey-certified instruction, a t-shirt, and a ticket to a 2019-20 Monsters game. ...