Ongoing
Swan Voyage. Experience Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s picturesque Waterfowl Lake by boat aboard Swan Voyage. Perfect for families and groups, these up to five-passenger paddle boats provide a peaceful way to experience the heart of the Zoo. Swan Voyage boat rentals are $15 for members and $20 for non-members. General Zoo admission is required. Visit here for info.
May 8-10
Cleveland Guardians vs. Minnesota Twins. Celebrate with the family at the Guards game this weekend. Visit here for schedule, tickets and promotions.
May 8
Mother’s Day ‘Drop Off Date Night’ Workshop. Drop the kids off and enjoy a night out! Kids will create two handmade gifts, get glammed up, and enjoy pizza with friends. 5-7 p.m. Cuts N Curls, 6025 Kruse Drive, Solon, cutsncurls.net
May 9
A Garden Gift for Mom. Children ages 8-12 will learn the art of “random weave” basketry. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N., Canton, cantonart.org
Mother’s Day Photo Frames. Children will design creative picture frames for Mother’s Day. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Cleveland Main Library, 325 Superior Ave., cpl.org
High School Career Day at the Aquarium. Meet the team who keeps the aquarium running and learn how their careers began. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, greaterclevelandaquarium.com
Community Festival and Walk: The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio. A free, family-centered celebration. 8:30 a.m. Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland, diversitycenterneo.org
Adapted Play Day. Children with autism and/or different abilities can play with special toys and engage with others. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, mcdl.info
STEAM Fun & Games. Ages 3-8. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. The Music Settlement, 11125 Magnolia Dr., Cleveland, themusicsettlement.org
Woodland Health Day of Service. Volunteers of all ages needed to remove non-native plants from sensitive wildflower habitats. 10 a.m. Rivendell Nature Preserve, 7223 Greenwich Road, Seville, medinacountyparks.com
Princess Party. Meet and party with princesses. Enjoy refreshments, crafts, dancing and photo opportunities. 1-2:30 p.m. Wellington Reservation, 535 Jones Road, loraincountymetroparks.com
Kindergarten Readiness Storytime. Kindergarten preparation with a hands-on fun storytime. Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave., barbertonlibrary.org
May 9-10
Mother’s Day Weekend at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium. Enjoy parenting-themed activities, an early opening and 50% off admission for moms, stepmoms, foster moms and grandmas. 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, greaterclevelandaquarium.com
Locally Spruced Mother’s Day Market. This free outdoor market features local artists and vendors offering unique gifts, handmade goods and fresh goodies. The event also features live music, kids’ entertainment, and food trucks. 12 to 5 p.m. Kids’ entertainment by Halle Bo Bally at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. each day. The Lawn at Legacy Village – 25001 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst.
May 10
Have a Catch with Mom. Have a catch with mom in Cleveland’s Historic League Park. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Baseball Heritage Museum, 6601 Lexington Ave., Cleveland, baseballheritagemuseum.org
Bring Mom to the Farm. Meet animals and their babies, and make precious memories. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Party at the Barn, 945 Bartlett Road, Aurora, partyatthebarn.farm
Mother’s Day at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens. Mothers and an accompanying family member can enjoy complimentary self-guided tours. 714 N. Portage Path, Akron, stanhywet.org
Mother’s Day Brunch at Cleveland Botanical Garden. Enjoy a delicious meal surrounded by the beauty of the Cleveland Botanical Garden. 9 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. 11030 East Blvd., holdenfg.org
Mother’s Day Brunch at StoneWater. Special brunch featuring a menu curated by Executive Chef Kathryn Neidus, which includes an adult station, carving station, kids station, dessert station, and special mom’s sundae social bar. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. The Rustic Grill at StoneWater, 1 Club Drive, Highland Heights, stonewatergolf.com
Free Admission to the Akron Zoo. Free admission for all moms and grandmas. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 505 Euclid Ave., akronzoo.org
Free Admission to the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Mothers receive free zoo admission. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo
Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise. Start a new holiday tradition aboard Lady Caroline. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 1153 Main Ave., Cleveland, ladycaroline.com
Painting with a Twist. Enjoy a family-friendly painting session. 12-2 p.m. 2955 W. Market St., Fairlawn, paintingwithatwist.com
Mothers Day Explosion. Celebrate mom with fun, music and good vibes starring Emonae & Von James. 2-5 p.m. Sam Sylks, Libby Road, Maple Heights, ssylks.com
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