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The latest film released at the Cleveland Clinic DOME Theater, "Watermelon Magic," tells the story of a young girl named Sylvie who discovers the magic inherent in growing her own watermelons from seeds all the way to the market stand. The film's 30-minute runtime and slightly smaller than full-dome screen ratio make it perfect for families with young children. ...

Visiting zoos, museums and science centers offers great family fun, but the costs can add up quickly. Northeast Ohio Parent blogger Kevin Payne, of Family Money Adventure, shares tips to save money through memberships and reciprocal admission so your family can do more and spend less. ...

Returning for its second year, Shining Star CLE is a solo-singing competition that gives high school students from eight Northeast Ohio counties the chance to compete for college scholarships and perform in the Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square. ...

Crocker Kids returns to Crocker Park in Westlake tomorrow for a Safari Party from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., complete with a performance by Jungle Terry and Friends at noon! The free, family-friendly event will include interactive inflatables, face painting, balloon twisting, crafts, activities, prizes and more. 95.5 The Fish will be on site with music and entertainment, and the splash pad will be open. ...

The recently opened Everyday Heroes Activity Center at the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage hosted students from the Mandel Jewish Day School last Friday for a celebration of their last day of school. The center features interactive stations where children can enjoy books, crafts, movement and more while exploring the themes of being an everyday hero. ...

Hudson’s popular summertime outdoor movie series, Screen on the Green, will kick off this Friday with a showing of "Despicable Me 3" on the First & Main Green. The film begins at dusk and families are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets and gather with friends for a fun night out. ...

Crocker Kids returns to Crocker Park in Westlake next Tuesday for a Safari Party, complete with a performance by Jungle Terry and Friends. The free, family-friendly event also will include inflatables, face painting, balloon twisting, crafts, activities, prizes and more. ...

Editor Angela Gartner shares a sneak peak inside the zoo's new Asian Highlands destination, which is home to Amur and snow leopards, red panda and a new species to the zoo, takin. Also, get details about the Asian Lantern Festival, which will light up the zoo for five weeks this summer. ...

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