Upcoming family-friendly events
"Rooted In Sports" Earth Day Celebration at DICKS Sporting Goods
"Rooted In Sports" Earth Day Celebration
Details
Celebrate Earth Day with us at DICK’s House of Sport Strongsville and SouthPark Mall for a day packed with hands-on fun and Rock Wall adventure! Your booked time slot will be your time to climb the Rock Wall! There will be some craft stations including create your own flowerpot to receive a seed pack to take home and grow something new! It’s the perfect way to get creative while giving back to the planet. No green thumb required! *****Climbers must be at least 6 years old, and a waiver is required before climbing
Climbing spots are limited. sign up here
FREE admission to the Cleveland Botanical Garden
🪴 FREE admission in celebration of Arbor Day at Cleveland Botanical Garden!!
Mark your calendar for Friday, April 24 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m!
Advance tickets are not required
In celebration of Arbor Day you are invited join the Cleveland Botanical Garden for a day of environmental awareness, community engagement, and fun activities Advance tickets are not required
There will also be free admission to the Holden Arboretum on Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
info from the Cleveland Botanical Garden Website
Free Admission to Holden Arboretum
Immerse yourself in a day of nature exploration, entertainment, and community fun at the Arboretum Open House!
Saturday, April 25, 2026
9am-4pm
Immerse yourself in a day of nature exploration, entertainment, and community fun at the Arboretum Open House!
Free admission
Seedling giveaway
Crafts, drop-in tours, talks with our staff experts
event info from the Holden Arboretum Website
Celebrate Earth Day with the city of Solon
Celebrate Earth Day
Join us on Saturday, April 25, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Solon Community Garden for a family-friendly Earth Day Celebration!
This event will feature mulch pick-up (bring your own containers), free tree saplings, and a free shuttle to a guided hike at the Solon Woods Nature Preserve, where you’ll learn about wildflowers and local animal life! Enjoy kids’ crafts, interactive activities, and informational tables from local organizations focused on sustainability and environmental awareness.
info from the City of Solon Website. more info can be found here
30TH ANNUAL MEDINA COUNTY EARTH DAY FESTIVAL
Saturday, April 25 at Buffalo Creek Retreat from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For 30 years, the Medina County Earth Day Festival has engaged the community in becoming good stewards of the environment. Come celebrate this milestone event at Medina County Park District’s Buffalo Creek Retreat where you can meet earth‑friendly exhibitors and vendors, participate in our family fishing derby, enjoy family‑friendly activities, get delicious food from local food trucks, and much more! Additional parking for this event will be at Hubbard Valley Park with shuttle service provided to Buffalo Creek. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
event highlight-
Fishing Derby
Coloring contest
Face Painting
Magic Show!
info from the Medina County Website Here
Family Fishing Derby
Saturday, April 25 ‑ Family Fishing Derby ‑ Buffalo Creek Retreat – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fish together with your family, hook some memories, and win prizes! Grab a rod and reel in an afternoon of fishing fun during Medina County Park District’s Family Fishing Derby! Parent/child teams can register and fish any time between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Registration during the derby is required to be eligible to win prizes. Please bring your own fishing pole. A limited amount of fishing poles and bait will be available for use. This derby is held in conjunction with Medina County’s Earth Day Festival. All ages are welcome. Free.
info from the Medina County Park Page Here
Earth Day Storytime and Scavenger Hunt at Coe Lake with the Berea Library Branch
Join us at the pavilion at Coe Lake for stories and rhymes in celebration of Earth Day! We'll have a nature scavenger hunt to enjoy before or after the event.
info from the Cuyahoga County Library Website HERE
Grand Opening at Jeffs Candy Shop
April 25 | 11:00 AM: Jeff's Candy Shop ribbon cutting
Join us for a sweet grand opening featuring cotton candy and other treats, along with live candy-making demos!
more info on this event here
Saturday Story Time at The Wandering Lantern
This is a recurring weekly event — come every Saturday or drop in when you can! No registration necessary, though we always love to see familiar faces return week after week.
11:00 AM - Early Learners (Ages 0-5)
11:30 AM - Early Readers (Ages 6-10)
more info on this event can be found on The Wandering Lantern Website HERE
Children’s Day at The community Art Center
About The Event
Cleveland Play House’s Director of Community Development Marcela Rodriguez-Gonzalez says, “In multiple Latin American nations, Día del Niño is celebrated to remind adults that children deserve protection, education, and a healthy childhood—regardless of where in the world they were born. This is a day where all children should feel special.” She continues to share, “Children are the world’s most vulnerable population. It is important to spread awareness around issues acutely impacting children, as well as protect their rights.”
Join us at the Community Arts Center and throughout the PIVOT Center for Art, Dance, and Expression for a collaborative cultural event, bringing community partners together to provide fun art-making activities, movement, and resources for caregivers related to mental health, parenthood, and more.
Free; All Ages; All Experience Levels; Supplies Included
find more info for this event on the Community Art Center Website
Earth Day Upcycling Fair
Upcycling Fair
It is time again to celebrate the beautiful earth we call home. Although Cleveland Metroparks celebrates every day with daily hikes and nature lessons, this day will be set aside with naturalists and family with a creative approach called, “Upcycling.” Come join in the fun as we create new things out of old things. Free children and adult upcycling crafts, scavenger hunts, practical daily Earth Day ideas and free Earth Day stickers await your participation.
info from the Cleveland Metroparks Website HERE
Pokémon Club at the Bedford Library
We are official! Join the ALA Connect Pokémon Library Club at the Bedford Branch and dive into the world of Pokémon.
Bedford Branch
Meeting Room (84), Activity Room (18)
Learn how to play and meet fellow fans in a friendly, welcoming environment. Bring your own cards or use ours!
event info from the Cuyahoga County Library Website here
Poetry Takes Over the Bookstore at The Wandering Lanter
The Wandering Lantern is a stop on Literary Cleveland's Poetry Crawl — and we're handing the mic to four teen poets for a quick, powerful half-hour of readings.
What to Expect
4 teen poets reading original work
30 minutes — short, sweet, and worth showing up for
Part of a city-wide crawl, so you can hit other venues before and after
Details
Free and open to all ages
No registration required — just come in and listen.
more info can be found on The Wandering Lantern Website HERE
Earth Day at Penitentiary Glen Reservation
Join us at Penitentiary Glen Reservation as we celebrate Earth Day with activities for all ages. Earth Day is a global celebration and one day of the year that humans join in bringing awareness to the issues facing our planet. Actions, whether big or small, can help our planet as we work together to protect it 365 days of the year. Earth Day activities include:
FREE event!
Eco-fair with local conservation organizations
Earth Day Marketplace with locally made and fair-trade merchandise
FREE tree for each family
Wildlife programs
Games, hands-on activities and crafts
Shop in The Nature Store
Miniature train rides (1 to 3 pm, weather permitting). NOTE: For safety reasons, pregnant women are not permitted to ride the trains. All children must be able to sit in their own designated seat; lap sitting is not permitted.
info from the Lake county Metroparks website here
Drop-by: Awesome Amphibians at the Rocky River Nature Center
Drop-by: Awesome Amphibians
Spring is here! That means it is the perfect time to look for toads hopping near the trails and frogs swimming in the pond. Stop by Rocky River Nature Center anytime between the times listed to learn more about Ohio’s awesome native amphibians.
more info can be found on the Cleveland Metroparks Website HERE
Afterschool: Pond Dipping
Afterschool: Pond Dipping
Below the water's surface lurk animals that you may have never seen! What roles do these mystery animals play in freshwater habitats? To find out, join naturalist and bug researcher Sebastian Stefanoff for a fun, after-school pond-dipping adventure to learn
all about macroinvertebrates. Dress to get wet. Dip nets will be provided.
Miles Sledding hill info
event info here
Family Friday Night: Bats at Twilight
Family Friday Night: Bats at Twilight
Help Naturalist Nicole Hindman welcome back our sleepy and migratory bat friends as they take to the skies hunting mosquitos and other insects! One by one, they'll drop out of our bat condo, and you'll be able to see their silhouettes flying overhead. We will be using new technology that should allow us to hear and identify the species based on their echolocation. We will have marshmallows available to roast as we watch the show.
In case of inclement weather, we will be inside North Chagrin Nature Center.
more info at the Cleveland Metroparks Website here
Family Canvas: Art in Nature Series
Family Canvas: Watersheds
Discover a fun and free way for your family to explore art and the outdoors together! Join Cleveland Metroparks during moCa Saturdays for a hands-on programming series that blends creativity with nature. Families can enjoy engaging art activities, connect with the natural world, and step inside our mobile nature center for an up-close look at the wonders of the outdoors.
Program takes place at Museum of Contemporary Art (moCa) Cleveland.
This Saturday's topic: Watersheds
If you have any questions regarding this program or need accommodations, please call our office at 216.341.1707, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., or contact us by email at mobileoutreach@clevelandmetroparks.com.
Museum of Contemporary Art (moCa) Cleveland
11400 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
more info here
Crocker Park Block Party
Get ready for one of summer’s favorite community events! Join us on June 14 for the 6th annual Crocker Park Block Party, a free, family-friendly celebration packed with excitement. Explore hands-on safety activities, climb aboard your favorite vehicles at Touch-A-Truck, and watch impressive K-9 demonstrations. Meet members of the Westlake Police and Fire Departments, enjoy face painting and interactive exhibits, and grab a bite from a variety of food trucks. Don’t forget to bring your four-legged friends for the Crocker Bark 5K and 1-Mile Walk. With activities for all ages, this is a can’t-miss day of fun, community, and summer vibes at Crocker Park.
event info from the Crocker Park event Page here
Free admission to the Akron zoo for Wear Blue Day
Wear blue to the Akron Zoo and receive free admission for the day! April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Akron Zoo is partnering with Summit County Children Services to present Wear Blue Day at the Akron Zoo. This initiative helps raise awareness about the importance of child abuse and neglect prevention.
event info on the AKRON ZOO WEBSITE HERE
Family FUNday: Mask Making
About The Event
We invite you to the Community Arts Center for a Family FUNday with Claudio Orso to craft your own magical mask! In anticipation of the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Parade the Circle, build an upcycled mask that reflects your identity. This workshop is open to people of all ages and all artistic abilities. All materials are provided. Small children must be accompanied by an adult.
Free; All Ages; No Reservation Required | Gratis; Todas Edades; No Se Requiere Reserva
info from the Cleveland Museum of Art website here
Family Canvas: Art in Nature. at Moca
This monthly program welcomes Metroparks naturalists each month at moCa as they facilitate interactive workshops focused on nature-based themes.
Each session features three nature stations inside moCa and outside our front door in Cleveland Metroparks’ Mobile NatureTracks, alongside an immersive artmaking experience led by Wave Space Studio. Observe, reflect, and create while exploring the shared ground between ecological systems, contemporary art, and everyday experience.
The program is connected to the exhibitions currently at moCa Cleveland, with a strong thematic anchor in Ohio Now: State of Nature. Participants are encouraged to consider how artists and naturalists alike use observation, experimentation, and curiosity to understand the world around them.
Developed in partnership with moCa and the Cleveland Metroparks.
Family Fun supported by PNC.
info from the Moca Website. Sign Up HERE
Visit with the White Rabbit at The Wandering Lantern
Down the Rabbit Hole (and Into the Bookstore)
The day before Easter, a very special visitor is making a stop at The Wandering Lantern — the White Rabbit in person, ready for photos and hugs.
Schedule
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Storytime! We'll read some of our favorite bunny stories together.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM — Visit and photo op with the White Rabbit. Bring your camera!
Details
Free and open to all ages — just drop in!
No registration required.
The perfect way to kick off your Easter weekend.
info from The Wandering Lantern Website Here
Free photo with the Easter Bunny at Eton chagrin
Event Details
Hop into spring with some extra magic! On April 4th, the Easter Bunny will be stopping by Eton Chagrin Boulevard from 10am-1pm to spread some seasonal cheer. Come dressed in your Easter best for FREE self-serve photos with the Easter Bunny and create lasting memories with the whole family.
A huge thank you to our presenting sponsor, Circle K for helping us put on this event!
Date
Sat, April 4th
Hours
10am-1pm
Location
The Atrium Lounge
Eton Chagrin Boulevard
28601 Chagrin Blvd
Woodmere, OH 44122
info from the Eton Chagrin Website here
Free Home Depot Kids Workshop
FREE IN-STORE KIDS WORKSHOPS
Saturday, April 4th build will be a Farm Planter
9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last. registration required at some locations
info from the Home Depot Website. Register here
Family Bingo Night at Sibling Revelry
Family BINGO Night
6:30pm-8:00pm
Free Admission
No reservation required
info from the Sibling Revelry Website here
Storytime: Miss Maple’s Seeds at Watershed Stewardship Center
Storytime: Miss Maple’s Seeds
Flowers are a wonderful thing! Join us for a story about caring for and growing seeds into the many magnificent things they can become. Afterwards, we will start our own seed plantings to take home. Recommended for ages 5 years & over w/ adult.
info from the Cleveland Metroparks Event Page
Little Explorers: Signs of Spring
Little Explorers: Signs of Spring at the North Chagrin Nature Center
Join a naturalist for an indoor and outdoor adventure as we search for the first signs of spring. This hands-on program invites explorers to utilize their senses and discover the magic of the changing seasons. recommended for ages 3-5 with an adult
info from the Cleveland Metroparks Event Calendar
Once Upon a Dime at The Wandering Lantern
In honor of Children's Book Day, we're doing something special: select books priced at just 10 cents for one day only!
Come browse our shelves and take home a new favorite story for a dime. No registration required — just stop in during store hours on Thursday, April 2nd.
Details
10¢ books — select titles throughout the store
No registration required — just come in!
One day only — Thursday, April 2nd
This is a wonderful chance to stock up on books, discover something new, or grab a great read for a friend. We hope to see you!
Open Studio at the Cleveland Museum of Art
About The Event
Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.
March 2026 Theme: Picture This!
Get ready to capture the fun during this photography adventure! Inspired by the imaginative work of Ann Hamilton, families will zoom in on creativity as they experiment and discover how technology and storytelling come together through hands-on photo activities.
info from the Cleveland Museum of Art Website here
Nocturnal Wildlife With the Cleveland Metroparks
Nocturnal Wildlife
Meet a live owl, bat, and flying squirrel as we learn about the incredible lives of our nocturnal animal neighbors.
info from the Cleveland Metroparks Website Here
YMCA Healthy Kids Day event
free, fun event at Rocket Arena March 28, 2026 from noon to 3 p.m.! Healthy Kids Day brings hundreds of families and their parents together at Rocket Arena for games, fun activities and, for our basketball fans, some skills and drills on the practice court! There will be kids’ fitness classes, dancing, sports skills clinics, arts and crafts and other enrichment activities.
Many organizations that provide services of all kinds for children and families will be on-hand to join in the fun and offer educational opportunities for all!
What Families Can Expect
Healthy Kids Day activities may include:
Active games and sports activities
Arts, crafts, and creative play
Health and wellness education
Family fitness opportunities
Community partner booths and resources
Skills & drills on the Cleveland Cav's practice court led by Cav's Academy coaches
Why Healthy Kids Day Matters
Healthy habits are formed early. Healthy Kids Day encourages families to:
Be physically active together
Learn about nutrition and overall wellness
Discover local resources that support healthy living
Build connections within their community
The YMCA believes that when kids are healthy in spirit, mind, and body, they are better prepared to learn, grow, and succeed.
info from the YMCA Website here
Weekly Story Time at The Wandering Lantern
About This Event
Come hang out and hear a couple stories for different ages every Saturday morning!
Two Time Slots
11:00 AM - Early Learners (Ages 0-5)
Picture books and interactive stories
Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers
Engaging read-alouds with songs and movement
Parent participation encouraged
11:30 AM - Early Readers (Ages 6-10)
Chapter book excerpts and longer stories
Books for developing readers
Discussion and questions encouraged
Building a love of independent reading
What to Expect
Weekly Stories: Different books each week
Cozy Environment: Comfortable seating for families
Community Building: Meet other book-loving families
Free Event: No registration required, just drop in!
Details
This is a recurring weekly event — come every Saturday or drop in when you can! No registration necessary, though we always love to see familiar faces return week after week.
info from The Wandering Lantern Website
Children’s Nature Hour
Children’s Nature Hour
Join Naturalist Foster Brown as we meet monthly for a close-up look at a live animal, related craft, songs, and stories to round out this hour of nature fun and learning. Our featured guest will be an Eastern milksnake.
info from the Cleveland Metroparks Event Page Here
Free Photos with the Easter Bunny at Crocker Park
Free Easter Bunny Photos
Celebrate spring at Crocker Park in Westlake, Ohio on Saturday, March 28 with free, self-serve photos with the Easter Bunny presented by Circle K! Bring the whole family, dress in your Easter best, and capture a fun seasonal memory together.
Pets are welcome, too!
Pet-friendly photo hours are available from 10AM–1PM inside Barnes & Noble (2nd Floor), located at 198 Crocker Park Blvd, Westlake, OH.
No reservations required — simply stop by, snap your photos, and enjoy the festivities.
Please note, that while we want to accommodate as many guests as possible, the Easter Bunny does need to hop away to another event, so get in line early to ensure you can get your picture taken!
info from the Crocker Park Website Here
Community Arts Center Spring Break Open Studios
About The Event
Join Inlet for a creative movement workshop designed especially for children and their families, based on What Do You Do with a Problem?, the New York Times best-selling book by Kobi Yamada. This is a story for anyone, at any age, encouraging readers to look closely at problems and discover the possibilities they can hold. In partnership with the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Community Arts Center, families will step inside the creative world of dance together—no prior movement experience required.
Each session includes:
● A Live Story Reading—Gather together as the story comes to life through expressive storytelling.
● Performance Preview—Watch a short movement excerpt performed by Inlet’s dancers.
● Theme Exploration—Dive into meaningful conversations inspired by the story and dance excerpts.
● Interactive Movement Adventures—Move as a family while learning the foundational exercises and improvisation games Inlet uses to create and explore original choreography.
This workshop invites children and adults alike to stretch their imaginations, connect through movement, and discover the creative tools dancers use to turn stories into motion.
Come ready to listen, watch, move, and create—together.
free and no registration required
info from the Cleveland Museum of Art event pagee here
Open Studio at the Cleveland Museum of Art
About The Event
Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.
March 2026: Picture This!
Get ready to capture the fun during this photography adventure! Inspired by the imaginative work of Ann Hamilton, families will zoom in on creativity as they experiment and discover how technology and storytelling come together through hands-on photo activities.
Weekly on Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Free; No Ticket Required
info from the Cleveland Museum of Art Website here
Sensory Explorers at Lakeshore learning
Event Details
Gooey Mash-Ups and Creature Making
Calling all fans of Crazy Aaron’s putty! Globs of fun are on the way with two different feel-good events that add a dash of science to sensory play. At our first event, kids create custom concoctions and learn how color, light and sparkle interact. At our second event, they’ll make gooey-but-cute creatures from another realm! Swing by our Play & Discover area to get hands-on with featured products. And parents and guardians, be sure to check in when you arrive for a chance to win a $100 Lakeshore e-gift card!
This is a free, walk-in event held at all locations during the hours listed. No reservations needed.
info from the Lakeshore Learning Website here
Story Time at The wandering Lantern
About This Event
Come hang out and hear a couple stories for different ages every Saturday morning!
Two Time Slots
11:00 AM - Early Learners (Ages 0-5)
Picture books and interactive stories
Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers
Engaging read-alouds with songs and movement
Parent participation encouraged
11:30 AM - Early Readers (Ages 6-10)
Chapter book excerpts and longer stories
Books for developing readers
Discussion and questions encouraged
Building a love of independent reading
info from The Wandering Lantern Website here
FREE photo with the Easter Bunny at Zuzu Chocolates
7th annual Easter Bunny visit at Zuzu Chocolates. Bring a Camera and snap a free photo with the Easter Bunny
more info here
World Water Day
World Water Day at the Watershed Stewardship Center
World Water Day recognizes the importance of clean, resilient water systems around the globe. In Cleveland, the Cuyahoga River and the protection of Lake Erie are deeply rooted in our identity. Join us at the Watershed Stewardship Center to play, explore, and learn all about water! This family-friendly event is perfect for nature lovers of all ages. Celebrate water through hands-on crafts, interactive activities, live animals, and guided hikes that will inspire a deeper appreciation for this vital global resource.
info from the Cleveland Metroparks website here
Apollo’s Fire Family Concert
Apollo’s Fire Family Concert
Apollo’s Fire Family Concert
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Community Arts Center
Free; All Ages; No Reservation Required | Gratis; Todas Edades; Sin Cita Previa
About The Event
Apollo’s Fire invites you to meet the music and ancient instruments from faraway places, including Jerusalem, Spain, Italy, and Africa!
We sing songs of friendship and explore how music connects cultures across the globe.
Arrive early at 10:00 a.m. to participate in a hands-on art-making activity inspired by the themes of the performance, presented in partnership with the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Community Arts Center! The performance begins at 11:00 a.m.
Following the performance, enjoy Apollo’s Fire’s famous “Instrument Petting Zoo,” when the audience swarms the stage to try the instruments themselves—delightfully noisy!
info from the Cleveland Museum of Art Event page here
Women Who Print: Screenprinting Workshop
Women Who Print: Screenprinting Workshop
with | con Future Ink Graphics
Friday, March 20, 2026, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Location: Community Arts Center
Centro de Artes Comunitarias
Free; All Ages; All Experience Levels; Registration Recommended
About The Event
Join us at the Community Arts Center for a free silkscreen collage workshop led by Charley Frances, whose work is featured in FIG’s current exhibition Women Who Print! Participants can make their own mixed-media silkscreen collage, meet local artists, view the exhibition, and create their unique piece!
Please arrive at the start time. Supplies are included. Registration is not required but is recommended
info from the Cleveland Museum of Art Event page here
Weekend Hike to the Eagle's Nest
Weekend Hike to the Eagle's Nest
Join a naturalist for a guided hike to an active bald eagle nest while we look for birds, beavers, and other wildlife that call the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation home. On the way, we will compare observations of animal activity throughout the winter. This hike is offered several times each month when the eagle nest is visible.
Terrain: paved, hills, icy conditions possible, 3 miles
Info from the Cleveland Metroparks Website HERE
Family Bingo Donut Day
Family Bingo Donut Day
Families with Children Age 4 to Grade 5
Bring the generations together to play bingo, have a treat and win prizes! Drop-in. Donuts, water and coffee provided. Click "Add to Calendar" to receive a reminder message.Â
more info can be found on the library website here
Story Walk: Maple sugaring
Story Walk
Read a book with a naturalist about how maple syrup is made, starting from the tree and ending at the breakfast table. Afterwards, take a short hike to look for some tapped trees.
Registration required. Register children only.
more info and registration here
Saint Patrick's Day Party at SouthPark Mall
Saint Patrick's Day Party with the Real PopFusion - Presented by Aqua Tots Swim School
Mar 12, 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us on Thursday, March 12th from 5-7pm for a Saint Patrick's Day Party with the Real PopFusion -- Presented by Aqua Tots Swim School! This FREE family-friendly celebration will be filled with music, games, and prizes. Located in Cinemark Court in front of Foot Locker.
info from the SouthPark Mall Event Page HERE
MAple sugar at the sugar shack
MAPLE SUGARING
Feb. 28-Mar. 1 and Mar. 7-8, 2026
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Sugar Shack open house)
12:00-2:30 p.m. (Guided hikes/programs)
Carlisle Visitor Center
12882 Diagonal Rd., LaGrange, OH 44050
Free | No registration required
February is when the ideal conditions for the running of maple sap typically begins. This year, we will be tapping the Carlisle maple trees on February 12 and converting that sap to syrup in our beautiful Sugar Shack--which opened 25 years ago!
Drop by between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm to watch the process, learn about the equipment, and sample some of our home-made maple syrup. There will also be naturalist-led hikes leaving from the Sugar Shack every 30 minutes between 12:30 and 2:30 pm. These hikes will follow the paved Children’s Nature Discovery Trail and includes a stop at one of our sap-collecting sites (known as a “Sugar bush”).
Play Day: Picture This! at the Cleveland museum of art
Play Days at the CMA are free opportunities for families to be creative and curious and connect through art together. Events include music, storybook readings, games, and art making for the whole family. Each event has a theme that relates to an exhibition, artist, or artworks in the CMA’s collection.
Get ready to capture the fun during this photography adventure! Inspired by the imaginative work of Ann Hamilton, families can zoom in on creativity as they snap, experiment, and discover how technology and storytelling come together through hands-on activities.
Featured artists and activities:
Create your own movie image with Robert Banks
Explore photographic processes with Kate Shannon
Step inside our life-sized Camera Obscura
Play with music, games and more!
Free; No Ticket Required
info from the Cleveland Museum of Art Website here