Sponsored Content. Connecting for Kids will offer three free resource fairs in Northeast Ohio to provide local resources for those 0-22 years who are experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, academic struggles, developmental delays or disabilities.
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Events This Week
February 22, 2026 - March 1, 2026
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February 22
Beautiful Beginning Chess Class
February 22
Students will learn the rules of the game, how all of the pieces move, and be able to play a legal game.
February 22
Let it Snow
February 22
Snow may seem very mundane during the winter months, but how snowflakes form is very fascinating.
February 22
Sap’s-a-Risin!
February 22
A free, family-friendly opportunity to visit Geauga Park District’s sugar house, sugarbush and lodge to learn maple sugaring methods that have evolved from Native American tradition to modern methods:
Gather sap with a horse-drawn sap sled from 1 and 2 p.m.
February 22
Greenie Sports Card Show
February 22
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
February 22
Hometown Vendors Show
February 22
Come out for the Cleveland Spring Craft & Vendor Market and meet amazing indoor and outdoor local vendors, discover seasonal treats, and find some unique items for all occasions.
February 23
Greenie Sports Card Show
February 23
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
February 23
Hometown Vendors Show
February 23
Come out for the Cleveland Spring Craft & Vendor Market and meet amazing indoor and outdoor local vendors, discover seasonal treats, and find some unique items for all occasions.
February 23
Orchid Rodeo
February 23
Blending cowboy spirit with refined beauty as vibrant orchid displays pair soft petals with sculptural cacti, lush greenery, and sun-baked landscapes.
February 24
Greenie Sports Card Show
February 24
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
February 24
Hometown Vendors Show
February 24
Come out for the Cleveland Spring Craft & Vendor Market and meet amazing indoor and outdoor local vendors, discover seasonal treats, and find some unique items for all occasions.
February 24
Kids Aerial Hoop
February 24
Students will build strength, flexibility, and confidence while being introduced to aerial arts.
February 25
Greenie Sports Card Show
February 25
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
February 25
Hometown Vendors Show
February 25
Come out for the Cleveland Spring Craft & Vendor Market and meet amazing indoor and outdoor local vendors, discover seasonal treats, and find some unique items for all occasions.
February 25
Orchid Rodeo
February 25
Blending cowboy spirit with refined beauty as vibrant orchid displays pair soft petals with sculptural cacti, lush greenery, and sun-baked landscapes.
February 26
Greenie Sports Card Show
February 26
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
February 26
Hometown Vendors Show
February 26
Come out for the Cleveland Spring Craft & Vendor Market and meet amazing indoor and outdoor local vendors, discover seasonal treats, and find some unique items for all occasions.
February 27
Storytime with Josh
February 27
Spark a Love of Science Through Stories with Josh Avsec, Associate Director of Museum Experience.
February 27
Greenie Sports Card Show
February 27
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
February 27
Hometown Vendors Show
February 27
Come out for the Cleveland Spring Craft & Vendor Market and meet amazing indoor and outdoor local vendors, discover seasonal treats, and find some unique items for all occasions.
February 27
Orchid Rodeo
February 27
Blending cowboy spirit with refined beauty as vibrant orchid displays pair soft petals with sculptural cacti, lush greenery, and sun-baked landscapes.
February 28
Snowflake Dance
February 28
A sensory-friendly and welcoming event for participants of all abilities, with thoughtful support in place to help everyone feel comfortable and included.
February 28
Intro to Summer Science Fair
February 28
A free event designed to stimulate ideas for a summer science fair project.
February 28
Maple Sugaring at Rocky River Reservation
February 28
Experience a decades-old tradition at Maple Grove Picnic Area and learn all about the process of maple sugaring. Begin with a self-guided hike through the sugarbush, walk through historical sugar-making stations, visit the sugarhouse, and sample the maple syrup on a mini pancake.
February 28
Greenie Sports Card Show
February 28
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
February 28
Hometown Vendors Show
February 28
Come out for the Cleveland Spring Craft & Vendor Market and meet amazing indoor and outdoor local vendors, discover seasonal treats, and find some unique items for all occasions.
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