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May 3, 2026 - May 10, 2026

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May 3 Sunday 9 events
May 4 Monday 5 events
May 5 Tuesday 7 events
May 6 Wednesday 6 events
May 7 Thursday 8 events
May 8 Friday 4 events
May 9 Saturday 17 events
May 3

Lamb Jam at Lake Metroparks Farmpark

May 3

Help shear a sheep, spin wool, weave on a loom and learn to make felt at Lake Metroparks Farmpark all weekend. The border collies will also show off their moves.
May 3

Healthy Kids Day

May 3

Free activities focused on active physical play, nutrition education, STEM, the arts, and more. 

For over 30 years, Ys have celebrated Healthy Kids Day by hosting these events.  This year, the Akron Area YMCA association will be joining together to present an afternoon highlighting the great things that the Y offers.

Ages 3-12 years.

1-4 p.m. 
May 3

Maddi’s Fridge

May 3

Based on the book by Lois Brandt, Sofia learns a secret about her friend Maddi’s fridge and is faced with a difficult decision. 
May 3

Jewish Sunday Experience (JFX)

May 3

Kids enjoy free open play from 10-11 a.m.
May 3

The Wizard of Oz

May 3

Follow the yellow brick road and experience the magic with Dorothy and her friends as they travel to Oz.

May 4

Family Fun at Talespinner Children’s Theatre

May 4

A free, season-announcement brunch including an excerpt from an upcoming show, and hands-on activities.
May 4

Adapted Sports Nights

May 4

Individuals with disabilities will throw mini javelins & softballs, run the obstacle course, kick soccer balls and more.
May 4

Mother's Day Story & Craft

May 4

Enjoy stories, movement, and crafts all celebrating Mom.
May 4

Family Fun at Talespinner Children’s Theatre

May 4

A free, season-announcement brunch including an excerpt from an upcoming show, and hands-on activities.
May 4

Baby And Me Story Time

May 4

Experience a fun interactive session using songs, rhymes, puppets, and musical instruments.

May 5

Willoughby Young & Restless

May 5

A music and movement class for 2-4 year-olds.
May 5

Toddler-to-Preschool Exploratory Art Series

May 5

Children explore colors, textures, light, and sound to expand their senses, socialize, and work through emotions.
May 5

Books, Beats and Bubbles

May 5

A musical story time for families with toe-tapping tunes, instruments and dancing.
May 5

Changing Problem Behavior Into Positive Behavior

May 5

A seminar for parents of children with developmental disabilities.
May 5

Music & Movement

May 5

Fun, interactive storytime featuring music and creative movement while introducing stories and early literacy concepts.

May 6

Junior Golf Fundamentals

May 6

Children ages 8-12 will be introduced to golf fundamentals and etiquette to be successful on the course for four consecutive weeks.
May 6

Family Canvas

May 6

Interactive workshops focused on nature.
May 6

Family Circle Time

May 6

Stories, songs and fingerplays.
May 6

Explor-a-Story

May 6

Morning stories, open play, and hands-on exploration.
May 6

Books at Bedtime

May 6

Family bedtime storytime.

May 7

Jr. Cavs Adapted Basketball

May 7

Beginner sessions are held for athletes ages 5 and up that are new to basketball or may need additional support.
May 7

Teen Thursday

May 7

Play board games and participate in other laid-back activities.
May 7
The Gathering Place, a charity in Beachwood, Ohio

Kids in the Garden

May 7

Enjoy a short program on seed saving followed by a seed swap.
May 7

Delight Nights

May 7

Interactive play and fun with full access to 25 exhibits.
May 7

Adaptive: Discovery Sampler: Martial Arts

May 7

Participants in grades K-5th have the opportunity to try Taekwondo alongside peers.

May 8

Storytime with Josh

May 8

Spark a Love of Science Through Stories with Josh Avsec, Associate Director of Museum Experience.
May 8

Maifest German Festival

May 8

Celebrate the coming of spring with a traditional German festival filled with beers, brats, and bands!
May 8

Wiggle, Giggle and Shake

May 8

Have fun clapping, marching and moving to music.
May 8 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Mother’s Day Drop Off Date Night Workshop

May 8 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Drop the kids off and enjoy a night out!  Kids will create two handmade gifts, get glammed up, and enjoy pizza with friends. 

May 9

Community Festival and Walk: The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio

May 9

Event Details The community is invited to join the DCNEO Community Festival & Walk, a free, family-centered celebration at the Science Center.
May 9

A Garden Gift for Mom

May 9

Children 8-12 will learn the art of “random weave” basketry as they shape natural vines into a hanging basket.
May 9

Community Festival and Walk: The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio

May 9

A free, family-centered celebration.

May 9

High School Career Day at the Aquarium

May 9

Discover aquatic careers and meet a variety of aquarium professionals—from aquarists to educators and guest experience staff—who share their career journeys, educational paths and tips on building resumes and preparing for college.
May 9

Once Upon a Story

May 9

Join in the fun with: stories, crafts, songs, and more to celebrate the tales that bring pure joy.

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