While there is a risk posed by smartphones, especially to a child’s mental health, it can also have a positive influence. There are now more tools than ever that promote mental, physical and emotional wellness. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite apps for younger users that tap into their creativity, promote curiosity and boost positive mental health.
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Events This Week
August 24, 2025 - August 31, 2025
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August 25
Wee Warrior Class
August 25
Develop athleticism in young children that will lead to future success in any sport.
August 25
August 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mix-It-Up Mondays
August 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tots and caregivers experience different activities including crafts, music, movement, playdough, and bubbles.
August 28 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
3rd Annual Sweet Kiddles Fall Fest
August 28 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
🍂🍁 3rd Annual Sweet Kiddles Fall Fest!
August 28
Stark County Fair
August 28
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
August 28
The Great Geauga County Fair
August 28
Truck and tractor pull, country fest, rides, games, entertainment and more.
August 29
Akron Pizza Fest
August 29
A 2-day Food and Music Festival featuring pizza parlors from throughout the Akron area.
August 29
Cleveland Oktoberfest
August 29
An exciting menu of activities and entertainment to delight young and old alike.
August 29 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Maria's Field of Hope Opens in Avon
August 29 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Take in the beauty of thousands of sunflowers while honoring the lives of children gone too soon at Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon, opening Friday, Aug. 29.
August 29
Stark County Fair
August 29
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
August 29
The Great Geauga County Fair
August 29
Truck and tractor pull, country fest, rides, games, entertainment and more.
August 30
Akron Pizza Fest
August 30
A 2-day Food and Music Festival featuring pizza parlors from throughout the Akron area.
August 30
Cleveland Oktoberfest
August 30
An exciting menu of activities and entertainment to delight young and old alike.
August 30
Cleveland National AirShow
August 30
Cleveland’s Labor Day Weekend tradition with three days of aerial thrills featuring the U.S.
August 30
Stark County Fair
August 30
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
August 30
The Great Geauga County Fair
August 30
Truck and tractor pull, country fest, rides, games, entertainment and more.
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