A child’s cancer diagnosis has a ripple effect and support for those affected can be very important. The best approach in a situation like this is to proactively offer specific types of support. There are many acts of kindness, big and small. Here are some tips on how you can support a child and their family during this time.
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Events This Week
August 10, 2025 - August 17, 2025
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August 10
August 10
North Ridgeville Corn Festival
August 10
Fireworks, kids’ games, live entertainment, corn eating contest and more.
August 10
Asian Lantern Festival
August 10
Walk or drive through an illuminated zoo after dark with live acrobatics, culturally-inspired cuisine and lantern displays.
August 10
Back to School Sidewalk Sale
August 10
Snag the best deals of the season from the sidewalks all weekend long to get ready for the back-to-school routine.
August 11
Wee Warrior Class
August 11
Develop athleticism in young children that will lead to future success in any sport.
August 11
August 11
Asian Lantern Festival
August 11
Walk or drive through an illuminated zoo after dark with live acrobatics, culturally-inspired cuisine and lantern displays.
August 11 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mix-It-Up Mondays
August 11 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tots and caregivers experience different activities including crafts, music, movement, playdough, and bubbles.
August 13
Annual Butterfly Count
August 13
Judy Semroc will lead a public hike, help participants learn about butterflies and join in the survey.
August 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Middle School Career Day @CLEAquarium
August 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Explore what an aquarium career entails!
August 16
August 16
Super Science Saturday - Back to School Brain
August 16
Take a look at the brain and all its amazing functions.
August 16
Adapted Archery
August 16
Introductory archery experience for individuals with disabilities ages 8+.
August 16 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fun at First & Main
August 16 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for outdoor family-friendly fun at First & Main in Hudson this summer
These free weekly themed events, presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and our partners, are ideal for kids, parents and caregivers.
We’ve added a special Saturday date in August to celebrate going back to school! All events will feature:– Fun music – Exhibitor tables with activities + giveaways – FREE snacks
Other activities vary by event:
Face painting, balloon twister, magician, animal entertainer, glitter tattoos, musical entertainment, mascots from various organizations + much more!
The first 100 families to register for each venue will receive an exclusive giveaway!
Registration opens early spring!
May 20 – Dress up!
August 16 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Fun at First and Main - Back to School Bash
August 16 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Send off summer and celebrate the start of a new school year at Fun at First and Main Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 16 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Hudson. Enjoy an afternoon of FREE family-friendly activities, live entertainment, games, crafts and more!
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The events, co-presented by Ohio's 529 CollegeAdvantage and Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine, provides in-person and drive-through opportunities for parents to explore educational options in the region. Check out these schools, learning resources, after school activities and more, also includes, games, prizes and entertainment. Find out how to register for these free events.
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Come fossil hunting with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History! Join two staff members as they look for Ohio fossils and explain what to do if you stumble across one. You'll also get a peek at the most famous Cleveland fossil find.
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