Northeast Ohio Parent Editor Angela Gartner talks to Dr. Sarah Adams from Akron Children's and "Growing Up with Dr. Sarah" a podcast, they talk about children with special needs and summertime.
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Events This Week
August 17, 2025 - August 24, 2025
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August 18
Wee Warrior Class
August 18
Develop athleticism in young children that will lead to future success in any sport.
August 18
August 18 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mix-It-Up Mondays
August 18 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tots and caregivers experience different activities including crafts, music, movement, playdough, and bubbles.
August 20
Astronomy Club
August 20
Explore the world of astronomy in a fun, social environment on the third Wednesday of each month.
August 20
Astronomy Club
August 20
Explore the world of astronomy in a fun, social environment on the third Wednesday of each month.
August 20
Camp Creative
August 20
Kids will explore, learn, and play as they engage in creation stations and activities.
August 22
Bump to Baby Support Group for Moms
August 22
The Bump to Baby Support Group (pregnancy to two-years postpartum) is a welcoming, in-person space for moms from pregnancy up to two years postpartum to build real connections and receive support in a compassionate, judgment-free environment.
August 22
Bump to Baby Support Group for Moms
August 22
A welcoming space for moms to build connections and receive support.
August 23
Zoothing Hour
August 23
The zoo opens an hour early for guests with different abilities who prefer to avoid loud noises and crowds.
August 23
STEAM Team Saturdays
August 23
On the second and fourth Saturday of each month, children, ages 5-11 discover the wonder of S.T.E.A.M.
August 23
Saint Josaphat Ukrainian Festival
August 23
Parade, bounce houses, petting zoo, live music and much more.
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Members of the Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Ohio, backed by the movie theater giant Regal, this summer are participating in the Summer Movie Express 2024 program, which is designed to help kids avoid summer learning setbacks.
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Been putting off that summer trip to Great Lakes Science Center? Wait no more: Admission is free to the center on Monday, July 15, to celebrate the 65th birthday of NASA’s logo.
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The BorderLight Theater Festival, founded in 2015 to present innovative theatre that inspires, builds cross-cultural understanding and celebrates the diversity of the human experience, this year will launch its first Family Day on July 27 in the Playhouse Square District in downtown Cleveland.
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Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity has launched an innovative new program, through which local businesses can donate time and resources to a worthwhile project and area families can receive a playhouse their children can enjoy.
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Can you guess what sandbar sharks eat? Do you know how they migrate? Learn these facts and more when you watch this Greater Cleveland Aquarium video.
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Northeast Ohio Parent Editor Angela Gartner talks to Dr. Zizzy Bucchieri from the Akron Children's Beachwood office about how to encourage kids of all ages to become more independent during the summer.
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Families looking for fun summer activities can participate in Apple Camp, a free, weekly educational program at participating Apple stores, where kids create their own personalized storybook exploring how they view kindness.
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