Looking for something fun to do? There are plenty of family-friendly events in October to enjoy. Mark your calendars for happenings, including crafts, performances, educational and STEM activities, community events, clubs, entertainment, and more. There’s something for everyone!
TUESDAYS
Clay Wheel Throwing. Young artists explore the fundamentals of working on the pottery wheel. Ages 10-13. 10/27-12/8. 4-6 p.m. Valley Art Center, 155 Bell St., Chagrin Falls, valleyartcenter.org
Beginning Glass Fusing. Ages 12+ will enjoy a beginner workshop. The Peninsula Art Academy, 1600 Mill St. W., Peninsula, peninsulaartacademy.org
THURSDAYS
Delight Nights. Interactive play and fun with full access to 25 exhibits. Through 12/31. 5-8 p.m. Akron Children’s Museum, 216 S. Main St., akronkids.org
Wildlife Art. A 6-week class for artists ages 5-10 to explore wildlife through art. 4-5 p.m. Valley Art Center, 155 Bell St., Chagrin Falls, valleyartcenter.org
Teen Thursday. A casual hangout with board games and other laid-back activities. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Bainbridge Library, 17222 Snyder Road, Chagrin Falls, geaugalibrary.net
Afterschool Adventures. Active nature and science exploration, hikes, games, animal encounters and activities. K-2nd graders. 3-4 p.m. Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Road, Bay Village, lensc.org
Step Up Club. Older preschool and kindergarten students enjoy the chance to go into story time on their own. Through 11/19. Avon Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Blvd., alpl.org
SATURDAYS
Acting Adventures. Children are introduced to theater through improvised imagination. Ages 4-7. Through 12/19. Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, beckcenter.org
STEAM Team Saturdays. On the second and fourth Saturday of each month, children ages 5-11 discover the wonder of S.T.E.A.M. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Akron Children’s Museum, 216 S. Main St., akronkids.org
Art Discovery Studio. Explore your creativity and gain an understanding of various visual art media and techniques. Ages 6-10. 10:15 a.m. Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, beckcenter.org
Children’s Saturday Studios: Myths and Memories. Children ages 5-10 will explore new galleries, materials and creative prompts each week. 10/3-10/24. 10-11:30 a.m. Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., clevelandart.org
October 13
Wild World of STEM. A fun, hands-on space for middle schoolers to explore science, work together through experiments and challenges, and learn how science connects to everyday life. 6-7 p.m. Jordan Creek Park, 7250 Alexander Road, Painesville, lakemetroparks.com
October 14
Mess Makers: Music Day. Visit creation stations based on music, dance, learn, create, play and make a mess. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., akronartmuseum.org
October 17-18
The Ugly Duckling. Witness the beloved classic play out on stage through a blend of puppetry, technology and dance. Mimi Ohio Theatre, 1511 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
October 17
Pet Rocks for Kids. Drop in to create a special pet rock using natural materials to take home. 12-2 p.m. F. A. Seiberling Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Road, Akron, summitmetroparks.org
Fall Window Mosaics. Create a window mosaic to celebrate the season. Ages 7-11. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. BAYarts, 28795 Lake Road, Bay Village, bayarts.net
Firefighting Plane. Build and decorate a rescue plane ready to take on any mission. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Stow Lowe’s, 3570 Hudson Dr., lowes.com
October 22
Lakewood Chocolate Walk. Devout chocolate fans, come out for some sweet chocolate-themed stops throughout the town. 5:30-9 p.m. Downtown Lakewood, Detroit Ave., lakewoodalive.org
October 24
Chocolate Walk. Giveaways, swagbags, art and a delicious stroll through historic Medina’s Public Square and downtown area. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. medinacountyartscouncil.org
October 25
Model Railroad & Toy Show. Trains, planes and all things that GO are on display for all ages. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Medina County Community Center, 735 Lafayette Road, Medina, conraddowdell.com
October 27
Full Moon Hike. Take a stroll under the full moon’s light and discuss satellites. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Morgan Park, 8828 State Route 44, Ravenna, portagecounty-oh.gov
Family Pizza Class. A fun, hands-on evening of learning how to make pizza and chocolate chip cookies from scratch. 6-8 p.m. Home Appliance Twinsburg, 2695 Creekside Dr., Twinsburg, mytwinsburg.com
10/29
Acorn Adventures: Surprising Spiders. Children ages 3-6 will learn why spiders are valuable members of Earth’s ecosystems. 1-2 p.m. Dix Park, 7318 State Route 44, Ravenna, portagecounty-oh.gov
