Parents raising children with special needs have a lot on their plates. There are the usual parenting things like making lunches, planning playdates, taking the little ones to the doctor
... Events This Week
June 28, 2026 - July 5, 2026
This Week Navigation
June 28
Ashland Balloonfest
June 28
Colorful, high-flying fun for the whole family.
For over 30 years, Ashland BalloonFest has brought the community together for a weekend full of color, excitement, and summer magic.
June 28
A Most Excellent Race
June 28
A Most Excellent Race is the Achievement Centers for Children’s 36th Annual Race at Camp Cheerful in Strongsville!
June 28
Strawberry Arts Fest
June 28
Enjoy strawberry shortcake and sundaes, Jungle Terry, live music and more.
June 29
Sensory Cinema
June 29
A theater environment tailored to attendees with sensory processing challenges and their families.
June 29
Summer Story Time
June 29
Make the Library a part of your bedtime routine with an evening story time.
June 29
Baby And Me Story Time
June 29
Experience a fun interactive session using songs, rhymes, puppets, and musical instruments.
June 29
Caregiver Support Group-Summer Survival
June 29
Caregivers of children with ADHD, anxiety, autism or other concerns can connect with other families on similar journeys.
June 30
Summer Story Time
June 30
Make the Library a part of your bedtime routine with an evening story time.
June 30
Jurassic Kids
June 30
Children that have completed kindergarten through third grade read, create, and explore! 6/2-7/21.
June 30
Books, Beats and Bubbles
June 30
A musical story time for families with toe-tapping tunes, instruments and dancing.
July 2
Growing and Grounded
July 2
Learn grounding skills through expressive arts, gain self-awareness, develop coping skills, and learn how to navigate challenges. Classes are facilitated by a licensed therapist.
July 2
July 2
Summer at the Village
July 2
Learn about animals, play old-fashioned games, try hands-on activities and more.
July 4
Once Upon a Story
July 4
Join in the fun with: stories, crafts, songs, and more to celebrate the tales that bring pure joy.
July 4
Independence Day Events
July 4
A Salute to America - Blossom Music Center. Great music, fireworks, and fun for the whole family.
July 4
Summer at the Village
July 4
Learn about animals, play old-fashioned games, try hands-on activities and more.
Latest Posts
It's almost showtime at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo! Watch a crane help put the finishing touches on the Main Gate and the largest lantern for the zoo's upcoming Asian Lantern Festival.
Read more
Looking for an easy and safe (no grilling required!) dish to bring to your next summer BBQ? This pasta salad is a no-brainer. It can be prepped ahead of time so that all you have to do is put the ingredients together.
Read more
Summer is here in Northeast Ohio, which means it’s time to soak up the sun and spend all the time we can outdoors. Many families host outdoor cookouts with family and friends. But, with any occasion, especially one involving preparing food, there are safety tips to keep in mind.
Read more
Fun in the sun is a given during the summer months, but spending lots of time outside in the sun can lead to sunburn. What’s the best way to protect your child’s skin from sun damage while they enjoy the outdoors? Dr. Dan Grove a pediatric dermatologist from Akron Children's provides some answers.
Read more
Watch this recent "Wildlife Wednesday" video from Cleveland Museum of Natural History for an update on Diego, a one-year-old male northern bobcat that recently came to the museum, as well as interesting facts about the species in general.
Read more
On April 8, 2024, a total eclipse of the sun will happen across a portion of the U.S. including Northeast Ohio. The Great Lakes Science Center received grant money to support 30 community partners with training and resources needed to become community eclipse ambassadors, which will lead total solar eclipse celebrations in 2024.
Read more
We caught up with Northeast Ohio native, restaurateur and musician Matt Fish and wife Jess, to talk about what they’re enjoying most about parenthood, parenting “hacks,” and their favorite family-friendly things to do.
Read more
There’s just something about summer’s relaxed schedule that entices families to stay up later. Luckily, Northeast Ohio has plenty to offer when it comes to family-friendly evening activities all season long. Help plan your family’s summer bucket list with these nighttime adventures.
Read more
Just in time for World Giraffe Day on June 21, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo welcomed Rocket, its newest Masai giraffe.
Read more