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Events This Week
January 18, 2026 - January 25, 2026
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January 18
Kids Homesteading Weekend
January 18
Kids can experience age-appropriate special topics and activities about farming and homesteading.
January 18
Greenie Sports Card Show
January 18
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
January 18 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Disney on Ice at Rocket Arena
January 18 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Get ready to dive into a world of wonder as Disney On Ice skates into Rocket Arena January 14–18, bringing families an action-packed adventure filled with beloved characters and unforgettable stories.
January 18
Adapted Movie Night: Frozen 2
January 18
An enjoyable and accessible movie experience for families with sensory needs.
January 19
MLK Free Community Day
January 19
Enjoy performances by The Cleveland Orchestra and the Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra.
January 19
Greenie Sports Card Show
January 19
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
January 19
Homeschool Connections
January 19
Whether you are looking to share tips, or seeking social opportunities for your students, this group offers a welcoming space for parents and children alike 10:30 a.m.
January 19
Multi-Arts Program
January 19
A rich, creative experience for children to explore art, music, dance and theatre.
January 20
Homeschool Family Day
January 20
Enjoy a scavenger hunt through the galleries, using themed activity sheets designed for students of all ages.
January 20
Greenie Sports Card Show
January 20
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
January 20
Kids Aerial Hoop
January 20
Students will build strength, flexibility, and confidence while being introduced to aerial arts.
January 20
Mrs. Doubtfire
January 20
The adored Scottish nanny is heading to Akron in this internationally acclaimed hit musical.
January 21
January 21
Drama Tots
January 21
Children are encouraged to imagine, create and have their moment in the spotlight.
January 21
Greenie Sports Card Show
January 21
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
January 21
Mrs. Doubtfire
January 21
The adored Scottish nanny is heading to Akron in this internationally acclaimed hit musical.
January 22
January 22
Greenie Sports Card Show
January 22
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
January 22
Homeschool with an Ambassador: What Happens in Winter
January 22
Learn about hibernation, brumation, torpor and more.
January 22
Introduction to Cross-Country Skiing
January 22
An overview of Nordic skiing including various styles and accompanying equipment.
January 23
Storytime with Josh
January 23
Spark a Love of Science Through Stories with Josh Avsec, Associate Director of Museum Experience.
January 23
Science Squad
January 23
Learn through scientific inquiry, observation, experimentation and play in this hands-on coding program.
January 23
Greenie Sports Card Show
January 23
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
January 23
A Year with Frog and Toad
January 23
An unforgettable adventure where friendship, fun, and song come together in a heartwarming, family-friendly musical.
January 23 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Blues DeVille Live at BAYarts
January 23 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
BAYarts is excited to welcome Blues DeVille to our stage for a live show on Friday, January 23 in our Sullivan Family Auditorium.
January 24
Medina's Marvelous Mammals: Bobcats
January 24
Come and learn if bobcats live in Medina County and where they got their name at this free special event.
January 24
Greenie Sports Card Show
January 24
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
January 24 @ 10:30 am - 6:00 pm
Basanta Panchami (Saraswati Puja)
January 24 @ 10:30 am - 6:00 pm
Celebrate Basanta Panchami (Saraswati Puja) with the North East Ohio Bengali Association (NEOBA)—a joyful Bengali cultural event in Cleveland / Northeast Ohio honoring Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of learning, music, and arts.
January 24
STEAM Team Saturdays
January 24
On the second and fourth Saturday of each month, children, ages 5-11 discover the wonder of S.T.E.A.M.
January 24
Downtown Akron Frost Fest
January 24
An afternoon of winter fun, ice sculptures, a hot cocoa crawl, live music and more.
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