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It’s a Boy! Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Announces Amur Leopard Naming Opportunity

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 15, 2026
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo revealed that the Amur leopard cub born July 1 is a boy — and now they’re giving the public a chance to help name him! The zoo has three names to choose from, community members can cast their vote by September 28. ...
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Mr. Jeff Releases Fourth Children’s Album, ‘I’ve Got Heart’ 

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
September 10, 2026
Award-winning children’s musician, songwriter, producer and early childhood educator Mr. Jeff (Jeff Klemm) released his fourth original full-length children’s album, “I’ve Got Heart.” ...
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‘Freebie Friday’ Giveaway on August 28 at Northeast Ohio Parent

By Angela Gartner
August 27, 2026
Want to win a family four-pack to a Northeast Ohio destination? Northeast Ohio Parent will doing a 'Freebie Friday' giveaway, tomorrow, August 28. Look to our social media platforms and NortheastOhioParent.com on how to enter to win!  ...
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Asian Lantern Festival Extends Through September 12 and Final Night Will Feature Drone Show

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
August 23, 2026
With the festival's extension through September 12, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo will also have a spectacular new drone show finale by Sky Elements Drone Shows on the final night in partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture, transforming the night sky into a canvas of choreographed light. ...
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Wrap Up of 2026 Northeast Ohio Parent Summer Series Events!

By Angela Gartner
August 20, 2026
Thousands of parents and kids attended the 12 Northeast Ohio Parent Summer Event Series events from May through August at Crocker Park in Westlake, Little Legacy in Lyndhurst, and First & Main in Hudson. ...
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Summer Babies at Northeast Ohio Zoos!

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
August 16, 2026
The two zoos (Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and Akron Zoo) in the Northeast Ohio area are celebrating births this sunny season. Find out more about these little ones. ...
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Mentor CityFest This Weekend

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
August 13, 2026
This two-day family-friendly festival on Friday and Saturday is packed with activities, games, entertainment, food and more at Mentor Civic Center Park. ...
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‘Embrace the Pace’ on August 22 

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
July 27, 2026
The event includes a top adult male/female runners in each age group and a kids’ race for participants of all ages and abilities. Proceeds benefit Connecting for Kids' free programming and new adaptive playground equipment at Liberty Playground in Independence. ...
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Cleveland Public Theatre’s Student Theatre Enrichment Program Hosts Free Performances July 23-August 2

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
July 23, 2026
Cleveland Public Theatre’s Student Theatre Enrichment Program (STEP) kicks off its 32nd season with an original family-friendly play called "Getting Back to Once Upon a Time" that will feature music, dance and spoken-word. ...
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Outdoor Summer Movies and Drive-In Theaters in Northeast Ohio

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
July 22, 2026
Pack up the family — plus chairs, blankets and snacks — and enjoy a movie under the stars this summer. Find a drive-in theater or an outdoor flick around the region. ...
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