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September 7, 2025 - September 14, 2025

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Sep 10 Wednesday 8 events
Sep 11 Thursday 10 events
Sep 12 Friday 10 events
Sep 13 Saturday 21 events
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

Bug Day

September 7

Bring the kids for a free afternoon of bug activities, crafts, games and more.
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

Stroller Strides

September 8

Functional, total-body conditioning workout for moms with kids in tow.
September 8

Parachute Drop Day

September 8

Make and drop a parachute from the library's 3rd floor skylight.
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

Itty Bitty Combo

September 9

Ballet and Tap class for ages 3-5 with an adult.
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

Pajama Story Time

September 10

Head to the Library for a pajama storytime.
September 10

Family Circle Time

September 10

Stories, songs and fingerplays.
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 10

Let's Make Ice Cream!

September 10

Grades K-6 can drop in and make their own ice cream by hand.

September 11

Grounded and Growing

September 11

Learn new grounding skills through the expressive arts including dance, music, and art-making.
September 11

Delight Nights

September 11

Interactive play and fun with full access to 25 exhibits.
September 11

Delight Nights

September 11

Interactive play and fun with full access to 25 exhibits.
September 11

Newsy Mom Playdates

September 11

Stories and activities on the 2nd Thursday Monthly.
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

Homeschool Hops

September 12

90-minute jump just for homeschool students for $14.99.
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

Wiggle, Giggle and Shake

September 12

Have fun clapping, marching and moving to music.

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

Butterfly Release

September 13

Reserve a butterfly online to release.

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