Stay home, splash around and have some lawn fun this summer. National Parenting Product Awards provides readers with options for water play and dry backyard activities for the whole family to enjoy.
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Events This Week
July 12, 2026 - July 19, 2026
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July 13
Sensory Cinema
July 13
A theater environment tailored to attendees with sensory processing challenges and their families.
July 13
Summer Story Time
July 13
Make the Library a part of your bedtime routine with an evening story time.
July 13
Baby And Me Story Time
July 13
Experience a fun interactive session using songs, rhymes, puppets, and musical instruments.
July 13
Camp Wonderful
July 13
Children ages 6-11 with developmental differences will have a summer filled with joy and connection.
July 14
Fun at First & Main in Hudson - Water Party Fun
July 14
Fun at First & Main - Water Party Fun! Presented by Akron Children's and Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine, Fun at First & Main - Water Party Fun is a free event ideal for parents, caregivers and kids.
July 14
Jurassic Kids
July 14
Children that have completed kindergarten through third grade read, create, and explore! 6/2-7/21.
July 14
Camp Wonderful
July 14
Children ages 6-11 with developmental differences will have a summer filled with joy and connection.
July 14
Books, Beats and Bubbles
July 14
A musical story time for families with toe-tapping tunes, instruments and dancing.
July 15
July 15
Camp Wonderful
July 15
Children ages 6-11 with developmental differences will have a summer filled with joy and connection.
July 16
Growing and Grounded
July 16
Learn grounding skills through expressive arts, gain self-awareness, develop coping skills, and learn how to navigate challenges. Classes are facilitated by a licensed therapist.
July 16
Camp Wonderful
July 16
Children ages 6-11 with developmental differences will have a summer filled with joy and connection.
July 17
Pin Trading Disney Event
July 17
A special two day event at The Great Northern Mall, hosted by The Figment Guy & The Figment Guy's Wife, and officially sponsored by PinPics.
July 17
July 17
Family Kayak Program
July 17
A beginner-level kayak program focusing on entry- level kayaking skills, safety and lake exploration.
July 17
Camp Wonderful
July 17
Children ages 6-11 with developmental differences will have a summer filled with joy and connection.
July 18
Pin Trading Disney Event
July 18
A special two day event at The Great Northern Mall, hosted by The Figment Guy & The Figment Guy's Wife, and officially sponsored by PinPics.
July 18
Once Upon a Story
July 18
Join in the fun with: stories, crafts, songs, and more to celebrate the tales that bring pure joy.
July 18
July 18
Summer Splash
July 18
Guests of all ages can experience sunshine, water fun, and summertime excitement.
July 18
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