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August 30, 2026 - September 6, 2026

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Sep 2 Wednesday 5 events
Sep 3 Thursday 7 events
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Sep 5 Saturday 11 events
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

Summer Planetarium Shows

September 1

Cosmic Kids and Universe at Large Planetarium programs. 
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

FamilySpace

September 2

Imaginative, hands-on spaces are for families and children birth to age 5.
September 2

Family Circle Time

September 2

Stories, songs and fingerplays.
September 2

Stark County Fair

September 2

Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more. 
September 2

Family Circle Time

September 2

Stories, songs and fingerplays.

September 3
The Gathering Place, a charity in Beachwood, Ohio

Kids in the Garden

September 3

Enjoy a short program on seed saving followed by a seed swap.
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

Delight Nights

September 3

Interactive play and fun with full access to 25 exhibits.
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
Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom Music Center

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

Stow Summer Sunset Blast

September 5

Fireworks, community picnic, games and more.

FREE Parking!

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
Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom Music Center

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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