Things to do

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There are many opportunities to celebrate the father figure in your life all weekend long in the greater Cleveland and Akron areas. From sporting events and special meals to free admission to area attractions, learn what's happening and then make your family's weekend plans. ...

The Eton Explorers Summer Event Series kicks off Tuesday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Eton Chagrin Boulevard in Woodmere. The free, family-friendly event promises to deliver the fun with crafts, activities, games, prizes and more, plus a special performance by Jungle Terry and Friends. ...

Dads are busy guys — whether it’s serving as a proud parent or being reduced to an unpaid taxi driver. When they do get rare quality time with the kids, it's a great opportunity to make lasting memories by heading into the wilderness of their own backyard. In celebration of Father’s Day, we share six adventures to do with your kids — dad-style. ...

Returning for its third year, the Fun at First & Main Summer Event Series kicks off Tuesday with an Animal Adventure from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at First & Main in Hudson. The free event includes crafts, activities, prizes, balloon twisting, face painting and more, plus a visit from Jungle Terry and Friends. ...

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Returning for its third year, the Eton Explorers Summer Event Series kicks off next Tuesday, June 12 with a Safari Party at Eton Chagrin Boulevard in Woodmere. The free, family-friendly event promises to deliver the fun with crafts, activities, games, prizes and more, plus a special performance by Jungle Terry and Friends. ...

Cleveland Independents in conjunction with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank and the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank present the fourth annual Cookies for Kids, a fundraiser to help feed area children. All proceeds from cookie sales at more than a dozen member locations will be donated to the two food banks. ...

Sometimes, do you just want to pack up your family and travel to the other side of the world and have an adventure together? While you’d need weeks, or months, to plan a trip across the globe — or even across the country — you can plot out a weekend excursion to an otherworldly spot right here in Ohio. Dotted throughout the state are cool destinations that make it feel like you’ve traveled much farther. Check out this list of a few spots in the Buckeye State where you can feel a world away. ...

The Cleveland Orchestra offers opportunities for children and families to learn about and experience classical musical in an energetic, kid-friendly environment with its PNC Music Explorers series, for children ages 3-6, and American Greetings Family Concert series, for ages 7 and older. ...