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August 30, 2026 - September 6, 2026
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August 30
The Secret Garden
August 30
The enchanting classic re-imagined as a brilliant musical.
Music and Lyrics by Marsha Norman
Music by Lucy Simon
Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle and his disabled son.
August 31
Sensory Sensitive Playtime at Little Diggers
August 31
A giant indoor sandbox with a calmer, quieter play environment with reduced music and dimmed lighting.
August 31
The Secret Garden
August 31
The enchanting classic re-imagined as a brilliant musical.
Music and Lyrics by Marsha Norman
Music by Lucy Simon
Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle and his disabled son.
August 31
Messy Mondays
August 31
Hands on arts and crafts outdoors for Families and youth (ages birth to 5 years and all ages).
September 1
The Secret Garden
September 1
The enchanting classic re-imagined as a brilliant musical.
Music and Lyrics by Marsha Norman
Music by Lucy Simon
Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle and his disabled son.
September 1
Mini Majorettes
September 1
Students ages 7-12 will learn baton terminology and basic twirling skills while developing hand-eye coordination.
September 1
Stark County Fair
September 1
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
September 1
Preschool Clay Sessions
September 1
Children ages 3-6 will develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and creativity by molding clay.
September 2
The Secret Garden
September 2
The enchanting classic re-imagined as a brilliant musical.
Music and Lyrics by Marsha Norman
Music by Lucy Simon
Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle and his disabled son.
September 2
September 2
Stark County Fair
September 2
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
September 3
September 3
The Secret Garden
September 3
The enchanting classic re-imagined as a brilliant musical.
Music and Lyrics by Marsha Norman
Music by Lucy Simon
Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle and his disabled son.
September 3
Stark County Fair
September 3
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
September 3
The Great Geauga County Fair
September 3
Truck and tractor pull, country fest, rides, games, entertainment and more.
September 4
The Secret Garden
September 4
The enchanting classic re-imagined as a brilliant musical.
Music and Lyrics by Marsha Norman
Music by Lucy Simon
Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle and his disabled son.
September 4
The Music of John Williams
September 4
Celebrate the epic music of one of film’s greatest composers, from Superman and Star Wars to Jurassic Park.
September 4
Storytime Café in Reminderville
September 4
Storytime followed by fun activities.
Tea and coffee are available for caregivers.
September 4
Stark County Fair
September 4
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
September 4
The Great Geauga County Fair
September 4
Truck and tractor pull, country fest, rides, games, entertainment and more.
September 5
Once Upon a Story
September 5
Join in the fun with: stories, crafts, songs, and more to celebrate the tales that bring pure joy.
September 5
September 5
Cleveland National AirShow
September 5
The Air Show is Cleveland’s Labor Day Weekend tradition includes three days of aerial thrills and features the U.S.
September 5
The Secret Garden
September 5
The enchanting classic re-imagined as a brilliant musical.
Music and Lyrics by Marsha Norman
Music by Lucy Simon
Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle and his disabled son.
September 5
The Music of John Williams
September 5
Celebrate the epic music of one of film’s greatest composers, from Superman and Star Wars to Jurassic Park.
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