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April 26, 2026 - May 3, 2026

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Apr 26 Sunday 9 events
Apr 27 Monday 4 events
Apr 28 Tuesday 9 events
Apr 29 Wednesday 9 events
Apr 30 Thursday 10 events
May 1 Friday 4 events
May 2 Saturday 13 events
April 26

Story Walk at Crocker Park

April 26

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 26

Story Walk at Eton Chagrin Boulevard

April 26

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk at Eton!  Stroll the property and read a featured children’s book page by page at designated stops—perfect for families, schools, and community groups.
April 26

Earth Day at Penitentiary Glen

April 26

Join Penitentiary Glen Reservation's Earth Day Celebration for all ages.
April 26

All Aboard the Akron Express

April 26

This vibrant wooden train exhibit invites children to step into the roles of conductor, passenger, or engineer and engage in imaginative play, ensuring the trains run safely through their adventures.
April 26

Monster Truck Wars

April 26

Watch the giant monster trucks battle it out on a huge fast track and compete in earth shaking, ground pounding, high flying excitement.

April 27

Story Walk at Crocker Park

April 27

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 27

Story Walk at Eton Chagrin Boulevard

April 27

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk at Eton!  Stroll the property and read a featured children’s book page by page at designated stops—perfect for families, schools, and community groups.
April 27

Maddi’s Fridge

April 27

Based on the book by Lois Brandt, Sofia learns a secret about her friend Maddi’s fridge and is faced with a difficult decision. 
April 27

Adapted Sports Nights

April 27

Individuals with disabilities will throw mini javelins & softballs, run the obstacle course, kick soccer balls and more.

April 28

Story Walk at Crocker Park

April 28

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 28

Story Walk at Eton Chagrin Boulevard

April 28

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk at Eton!  Stroll the property and read a featured children’s book page by page at designated stops—perfect for families, schools, and community groups.
April 28

Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical

April 28

Enjoy a musical about Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog starting a club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics.
April 28

Play Lab

April 28

Hands-on, open-ended, STEAM, and creative play experiences for ages 2-5.
April 28

Maddi’s Fridge

April 28

Based on the book by Lois Brandt, Sofia learns a secret about her friend Maddi’s fridge and is faced with a difficult decision. 

April 29

Story Walk at Crocker Park

April 29

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 29

Story Walk at Eton Chagrin Boulevard

April 29

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk at Eton!  Stroll the property and read a featured children’s book page by page at designated stops—perfect for families, schools, and community groups.
April 29

Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical

April 29

Enjoy a musical about Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog starting a club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics.
April 29

Explor-a-Story

April 29

Morning stories, open play, and hands-on exploration.
April 29

Maddi’s Fridge

April 29

Based on the book by Lois Brandt, Sofia learns a secret about her friend Maddi’s fridge and is faced with a difficult decision. 

April 30

Jr. Cavs Adapted Basketball

April 30

Beginner sessions are held for athletes ages 5 and up that are new to basketball or may need additional support.
April 30

Story Walk at Crocker Park

April 30

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 30

Story Walk at Eton Chagrin Boulevard

April 30

Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk at Eton!  Stroll the property and read a featured children’s book page by page at designated stops—perfect for families, schools, and community groups.
April 30

Teen Thursday

April 30

Play board games and participate in other laid-back activities.
April 30

Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical

April 30

Enjoy a musical about Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog starting a club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics.

May 1

Storytime with Josh

May 1

Spark a Love of Science Through Stories with Josh Avsec, Associate Director of Museum Experience.
May 1

Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical

May 1

Enjoy a musical about Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog starting a club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics.
May 1

Maddi’s Fridge

May 1

Based on the book by Lois Brandt, Sofia learns a secret about her friend Maddi’s fridge and is faced with a difficult decision. 
May 1

Wiggle, Giggle and Shake

May 1

Have fun clapping, marching and moving to music.

May 2

Lamb Jam

May 2

An entire weekend of sheep thrills where you can help shear a sheep, spin wool, weave on a loom and learn to make felt.
May 2

Baby Crawl Race

May 2

Celebrate National Baby day by signing up your infant-18 month old little one for a half court race.
May 2

Super Saturday: Space Adventure

May 2

Children ages 2-7 explore music, dance, theater, and the visual arts.

Parent/adult participation required.

Admission is free, but tickets must be reserved at beckcenter.org or by calling 216-521-2540.

10-11:45 a.m. 
May 2 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hope Walk | 20-Year Anniversary

May 2 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Come together to celebrate 20 years of The Hope Walk!
May 2

Spring Theatre Academy

May 2

Children ages 6-10 receive instruction in voice, acting and dance technique while working on a performance.

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