Looking for something fun to do this month ? Check out these family-friendly events happening in Northeast Ohio! Plus, check out our list of festivals and outdoor movies happening this summer!
July 11
Rock Climbing: Whipp’s Ledges. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or just curious about the sport, this is a perfect opportunity. Ages 12+. 1-3:30 Hinkley Reservation, clevelandmetroparks.com
July 13
Chalk-A-Palooza. See incredible chalk creations across the zoo’s pathways and use this creativity to make your not-so-permanent mark on the ground. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron, akronzoo.org
Fair Friends. For children with developmental differences and their siblings. Fun, games, fair animals, sensory activities, music and more. 2-4 p.m. Medina County Fairgrounds, 735 W. Smith Road, mcbdd.org
July 15
Playing & Pages: Pop Up In The Parks. A fun evening with games, treats, music, and a free book. 6-7:30 p.m. Wetmore Neighborhood Park, 3135 Kent Road, Stow, stowohio.org
July 17
Children’s Watercolor: Lady Bugging. Your little artist (ages 6-8) will have a blast learning to paint this adorable ladybug on rice paper using watercolor paint. 6-7:30 p.m. Wildwood Cultural Center, 7645 Little Mountain Road, Mentor, cityofmentor.com
July 23
Homeschool Family Day: Sharks & Stingrays. Discover how sharks and stingrays are vital to a healthy ocean ecosystem. Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 2000 Sycamore St., greaterclevelandaquarium.com
July 25
Skywatch Live at the Planetarium. See the current night sky, discuss space news, and explore our part of the galaxy as seen from Earth. 7-8 p.m. Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Road, Bay Village, lensc.org
July 29
Fossils for Families. Dig into the prehistoric past and learn how fossils are formed. 11 a.m. Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Sharon Ctr.,
medinacountyparks.com
August 5
Truck & Tractor Night. An opportunity to learn about and get up-close to vehicles and equipment from our public service, parks and recreation, police, and fire departments. 5-8 p.m. Kiwanis-Moore Park, Aurora, auroraoh.com
