This year's Ohio sales tax holiday takes place Friday, August 6, through Sunday, August 8. Among the items exempt from sales and use tax are clothing priced at $75 per item or less, and school supplies priced at $20 per item or less.
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Events This Week
September 7, 2025 - September 14, 2025
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September 7
Grandparents Day and Community Celebration
September 7
Enjoy The Bubble Lady, Free East Coast Custard, Storytime, Fire Engine Touch a Truck, Pollinator Garden Tour, Used Children's Book Giveaway, Euclid Beach Rocket Car, Petting Farm and a raffle to win a free Kindle.
September 7 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
EVENT OF THE WEEK - Bug Day: Bugs That Blend In
September 7 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Buzz, hop or crawl on over to Penitentiary Glen Reservation for their annual celebration of all things buggy! Whether you are an insect enthusiast or just looking for a fun family outing, Bug Day is a great way to explore the amazing world of creepy-crawly creatures through bug-themed stories, crafts, exhibits and more.
September 7
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 7
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 7 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Lake Metroparks Farmpark Corn Maze 2025: Paul Revere's Run
September 7 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Like Paul Revere on his famous ride, make your way through the corn maze to avoid the British Colonial Army. As you move through the maze, find the lanterns Revere used as a signal for the colonists.
September 8
September 8
September 8
Sprouts & Shoots
September 8
Children will be introduced to extended preschool classroom routines and content as we explore the wonders of nature & science.
September 8
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 8
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 8
Beat Busters Hip Hop Dance Sessions
September 8
Have fun while honing creativity, coordination, musicality, and listening skills.
September 9
Music & Movement
September 9
Fun, interactive storytime featuring music and creative movement while introducing stories and early literacy concepts.
September 9
Homeschool Book Club
September 9
Homeschool children, ages 7-11, read, discuss and enjoy activities.
September 9
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 9
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 9 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Lake Metroparks Farmpark Corn Maze 2025: Paul Revere's Run
September 9 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Like Paul Revere on his famous ride, make your way through the corn maze to avoid the British Colonial Army. As you move through the maze, find the lanterns Revere used as a signal for the colonists.
September 10
September 10
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 10
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 10
Youth Adventure Seekers
September 10
Kids can try stand-up paddleboarding, rock climbing, biking and more.
September 11
Grounded and Growing
September 11
Learn new grounding skills through the expressive arts including dance, music, and art-making.
September 11
Homeschool: Color, Light, & Sound
September 11
A unique drop-off STEAM program offering for homeschoolers ages 5-12.
September 12 - September 13
14th Annual Crocker Park Wine Festival
September 12 - September 13
Cheers to Wine & Good Times!
The 14th Annual Crocker Park Wine Festival is back September 12–13, and it’s pouring on the fun!
September 12
September 12
Homeschool Picture Day
September 12
Homeschool students will have their school picture taken and will receive one print and a digital copy for free.
September 12
Ohio Space Week: Discovery Days
September 12
Learn how NASA Glenn works to transform aviation, revolutionize space exploration, and inspire new discoveries.
September 12 - September 13
14th Annual Crocker Park Wine Festival
September 12 - September 13
Cheers to Wine & Good Times!
The 14th Annual Crocker Park Wine Festival is back September 12–13, and it’s pouring on the fun!
September 13
Gears and Gadgets: Children’s Studio
September 13
Artists engage with the museum’s collection while building idea-generation and critical-thinking skills.
September 13
Ohio Space Week: Discovery Days
September 13
Learn how NASA Glenn works to transform aviation, revolutionize space exploration, and inspire new discoveries.
September 13
Rocky River Arts Festival
September 13
A festival to celebrate the talents of Rocky River residents and highlight the merchants in the Old Detroit Shopping area.
September 13
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Pull out your lawn chairs and experience the wonder of William Shakespeare through theatrical productions of Shakespeare’s work absolutely free to the public from the Cleveland Shakespeare Festival.
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