Sensory-Friendly Saturday events offer adaptations to meet diverse sensory-processing needs every third Saturday of each month from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

Guests on the autism spectrum, people experiencing dementia, and those of all ages who have intellectual or developmental disabilities are invited to participate in a calming museum experience with less stimulation in a section of the museum’s galleries before they open to the public—reducing crowds, noise, and distractions.

Guests can explore the galleries at their own pace, relax in the designated “calming corner,” and share this time and space with open-minded members of the community. 

Apollo’s Fire invites you to meet the music and ancient instruments from far-away 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! 

Ready to roll into spring? Builders can construct their very own push Lawn Mower toy—complete with a spinning feature! It’s a fun, hands-on project that teaches kids about tools and motion while getting them excited for yardwork season.

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.

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.

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 snap, experiment, and discover how technology and storytelling come together through hands-on photo activities.  

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie, where the sound is lower, the lights are brighter, and talking, singing and moving is perfectly acceptable! Sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Libraries.

P.A.L.S. Sensory Friendly Movie programs are especially for people on the autism spectrum (and their families), or for anyone who prefers this type of movie watching environment.  Most movies take place in our fully accessible state-of-the-art Auditorium.  Seating begins 15 minutes before the start time.  Fidget objects will be available during the movie.  Attendees can choose to stay at the end of the movie for a short (approximately 5-10 min.) discussion.  Registration requested, please register once for your group and include the total number of people in your group.   Light refreshments will be available, or bring your own snacks!

If there's anything we can do to help you participate please email Sue at sbegin@cuyahogalibrary.org with any questions or requests or call at 216-661-4240.

P.A.L.S. stands for Programs for All Lives, a series of adapted programs created especially for customers with disabilities. P.A.L.S. is open to everyone, and is appropriate for anyone comfortable with adapted programming.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Libraries.

Fun Meets Creativity! Join So-So Artsy for a Fun Filled Kids Pool & Paint Party at Goldfish Swim School! Splash-tastic Spring Break Fun you don’t want to miss!
INCLUDES:

-All art supplies + apron
-Guided painting Activity w/step by step
instructions from Art Instructor
-Supervised Swimming
-Light Snacks
-Take home finished canvas painting

Don’t miss out — come skate, play, and have a blast during Spring Break! Enjoy skating, laser tag, and games all in one fun-packed session.

Monday, March 23rd
2:00pm–5:00pm

Only $13.00 — includes:
Admission
Skate Rental
1 Game of Laser Tag
10-Credit Game Card

Admission Online $12.00. Buy Online!

Now taking bookings for daycares, school groups, and more!
Call Amber today at 440-944-5301 to reserve your spot.

Fun, games, skating — make this Spring Break unforgettable!

Birthday Parties Available!

Come bring the kids and join us for our Spring Break Paint Your Own Pottery Jam @ The Lucky Penny Cafe' on 3/24/26 from 9am-Noon! Variety of unique coffee drinks, bubble tea, and snacks available! Many pottery options available! Cost is based on what you select to paint!

RSVP for the event in three easy steps!

1. Click on www.theartshackpottery.com website.

2. Go to Pottery Options page via the menu to see all of the pricing/options currently available and note the piece(s) you would like to paint(do not place in cart).

3.  Go to Local Events page and click on RSVP for the Spring Break Paint Your Own Pottery Jam @ The Lucky Penny Cafe' on 3/24/26 and fill out the form with some contact details and the piece(s) you selected to paint.

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.

Join Positivity Spectrum for sensory-friendly Spring Break play at We Rock the Spectrum – Stow!

Sessions are limited to 7 children to ensure a calm, supportive environment. Enjoy safe, inclusive play, keep kids active during the break, and connect with other autism families.

$10 per child.

2 Sessions to choose from:

• 2-4 pm: Sign up

• 4-6pm Sign up

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.

CIM Opera Theater brings the beloved fairy tale Hansel and Gretel to life in a magical staged production. A tale of two children trying to survive a dark forest… a mysterious house made of candy… and a witch.
Performed by
-CIM Opera Theater
-Directed by JJ Hudson
-Conducted by Harry Davidson
-CIM Orchestra

Tickets: $35–$45 Reserve your tickets now!

For more information contact CIM Box Office
We're open 10am to 3pm EST
Monday through Friday
t. +1 216.707.3163

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.

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 snap, experiment, and discover how technology and storytelling come together through hands-on photo activities.  

Looking for a fun Spring Break activity for your tween or teen? Join us for a Plant Bingo afternoon filled with plants, prizes, and gelato!

No plant experience needed — this event is perfect for beginners and plant lovers alike.

Teens will play multiple rounds of Plant-Themed Bingo while learning about easy-care houseplants that are perfect for bedrooms and desks.

🎟️ $26 p/person

🎉 What to Expect:

• Multiple rounds of Plant Bingo with chances to win real plants

• Learn about low-maintenance beginner plants perfect for teen rooms

• A relaxed, social environment to play bingo and hang out with friends

• 1 delicious gelato included with every admission ticket

• Fun prizes including snake plants, succulents, and other easy-care plants

Our bingo prizes are great starter plants that help teens learn responsibility while adding some greenery to their space.

🌿 Perfect for:

• Tweens & teens looking for a fun spring break activity

• Beginner plant lovers

• Friends looking for something different to do together

Each Bingo card is designed with full-color plant images and names, making it both fun and educational as you learn to identify different types of plants throughout the games.

🎁 Every participant receives a FREE MINI SUCCULENT house plant — your very own green friend to nurture and grow long after the event ends!

💚 Prizes will be awarded for each round — think plant care kits, decorative planters, and other botanical goodies!

👨‍👩‍👧 Age Recommendation:

Ages 12+ recommended.

Guests under 16 must have a parent/guardian remain onsite during the event. Only Tween-Teens will be playing Bingo.

Come spend the afternoon playing bingo, enjoying gelato, and winning plants!

SEE THE GNOME MOVIE AT THE LIBRARY!

​"Gnomeo & Juliet" Movie Showing
Friday, April 3, 10:30-12:30pm
Medina County District Library - Community Room B210 South Broadway Street, Medina, OH 44256

Gnomeo & Juliet is a 2011 animated family film that playfully reimagines William Shakespeare’s classic Romeo and Juliet. Instead of feuding noble families, the story centers on two neighboring households whose garden gnomes secretly come to life when humans are not around.

The film blends comedy, adventure, and music—featuring songs by Elton John—to deliver a lighthearted message about overcoming rivalry, valuing friendship, and choosing love over conflict. The story resolves with a hopeful and happy ending where the rival gardens reconcile and celebrate together.

Learn all about Gnomes on the Roam: https://www.clefamilycollective.com/events/gnomes-on-the-roam

Family BINGO Night
6:30pm-8:00pm

Free Admission
No reservation required

Free In-Store Kids Workshops

Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.

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.

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.  

Multidisciplinary Italian artist Claudio Orso leads participants in this exciting mask- making workshop. Claudio has exhibited his prints in the US and internationally, and his masks and floats have been featured in the CMA’s Parade the Circle and in Oberlin’s Big Parade. Claudio has worked as an independent art teacher for the past 25 years, contributing to programs by Oberlin College, the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning, and the Broadway School of Music and the Arts. He’s received grants from the Ohio Arts Council, and he was one of the first two artists rewarded by the National Endowment for the Arts to be working at the Morgan Art of Papermaking Conservatory. Learn more about Claudio and his work on his artist website (opens in a new tab).  

Welcome to the Fairmount Chardon Open Studios: Earth Day event!

Join us at our new location for Fairmount Center for the Arts Chardon on April 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM for a day filled with nature crafts and activities. Celebrate Earth Day with the whole family at this community event.

Reservations recommended but not required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fairmount-chardon-open-studios-earth-day-tickets-1976907577782?aff=oddtdtcreator

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. 

Welcome to the Fairmount Novelty Open Studios: Earth Day event!

Join us at Fairmount Center for the Arts Novelty on April 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM for a day filled with nature crafts and activities. Celebrate Earth Day with the whole family at this community event.

Reservations recommended but not required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fairmount-novelty-open-studios-earth-day-tickets-1976910236735?aff=oddtdtcreator

Loretta Paganini School of Cooking has partnered with Donna Forgetta (Little Italy Cleveland’s own Italian-American children’s brand) on a ‘Nobody Likes Spaghetti’ themed cooking class for parents and their children. 

Learning objectives: Making pasta and bread doughs; sauce making, grilling, baking, and custard making.

Menu: Grilled Pizza Margherita; Homemade Spaghetti Pasta & Meatballs with Tomato Sauce; Brownie Ice Cream Sundaes with all the Toppings

$95 for 2 family members; 1 adult & 1 child (6-12)

Sensory-Friendly Saturday events offer adaptations to meet diverse sensory-processing needs every third Saturday of each month from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

Guests on the autism spectrum, people experiencing dementia, and those of all ages who have intellectual or developmental disabilities are invited to participate in a calming museum experience with less stimulation in a section of the museum’s galleries before they open to the public—reducing crowds, noise, and distractions.

Guests can explore the galleries at their own pace, relax in the designated “calming corner,” and share this time and space with open-minded members of the community. 

Grow creativity from the ground up with our Tiered Terrarium project! Mini builders will build and design a layered terrarium box that’s perfect for displaying plants or treasures. It’s a great way to explore nature, design, and craftsmanship.

Sensory Friendly Time is a special program for families with children with sensory processing disorders and other special needs. During these sessions, CMC provides exclusive access to the Museum for families who thrive in a less crowded and lower-stimulation environment.

This program aims to bring families together to learn through play in a space that supports the unique needs of their children. Guests are encouraged to bring adaptive equipment to support a comfortable visit. CMC has noise-reducing headphones and sensory support kits available at our front desk upon request. There are limited quantities, available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Families visiting during the morning sessions are welcome to stay after general admission opens at 9am. Pre-registration is not required!
 
What to expect: 

• Special hours (outside of general operating hours) offering a quieter and less crowded environment.

• Private Sensory Friendly Room for respite / sensory breaks.

• 8 hands-on exhibits for children to learn through play, explore, and create.

• The opportunity to connect with other families in your community.

Join us for our Family Classics Book Club, held on the third Tuesday of every month! This month, we'll be reading and discussing Winnie the Pooh by A.A. Milne.

About the Book

Enter the Hundred Acre Wood and meet the beloved bear of very little brain, along with Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger, and Christopher Robin. These gentle, whimsical stories about friendship and adventure have charmed readers for generations.

What to Expect

• Group Discussion: Share your thoughts and favorite moments from the book

• Family-Friendly Conversation: Parents and children discuss together

• Literary Exploration: Learn about the book's themes, characters, and timeless wisdom

• Community Building: Connect with other families who love reading

Registration

Please register so we can prepare adequate seating and materials for discussion!

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie, where the sound is lower, the lights are brighter, and talking, singing and moving is perfectly acceptable! Sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Libraries.

P.A.L.S. Sensory Friendly Movie programs are especially for people on the autism spectrum (and their families), or for anyone who prefers this type of movie watching environment.  Most movies take place in our fully accessible state-of-the-art Auditorium.  Seating begins 15 minutes before the start time.  Fidget objects will be available during the movie.  Attendees can choose to stay at the end of the movie for a short (approximately 5-10 min.) discussion.  Registration requested, please register once for your group and include the total number of people in your group.   Light refreshments will be available, or bring your own snacks!

If there's anything we can do to help you participate please email Sue at sbegin@cuyahogalibrary.org with any questions or requests or call at 216-661-4240.

P.A.L.S. stands for Programs for All Lives, a series of adapted programs created especially for customers with disabilities. P.A.L.S. is open to everyone, and is appropriate for anyone comfortable with adapted programming.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Libraries.

We are opening an hour early exclusively for guests with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences to provide an opportunity exploring nearby lakes and faraway oceans in a comfortable and accepting environment. Not only will there be fewer guests but for that hour the Aquarium team also will limit the use of microphones and reduce noise to ensure a comfortable environment for all participants.

Greater Cleveland Aquarium is certified sensory inclusive by KultureCity, an internationally recognized organization that promotes an accommodating and positive experience for guests with sensory issues. KultureCity sensory bags outfitted with noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools and verbal cue cards are now available to borrow as needed on a first-come, first-served basis. Dedicated areas also have been identified for those who may require a quieter environment.

Cost

• $19.95 (ages 13+)

• $13.95 (ages 2-12)

• Passholders, children younger than 2 and working caregivers FREE

Free In-Store Kids Workshops

Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.

Produced by TheaterWorksUSA 
Adapted from the book series by Cleveland native Dav Pilkey 
Book and Lyrics by Kevin Del Aguila 
Music by Brad Alexander 

Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog have started an epic club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics! Their fishy father Flippy is overjoyed that his kids will learn to unleash their creativity, but when the frogs’ constant bickering and outrageous imaginations send their comics comically off the rails, Flippy flips out! Will the club survive? Will the frogs ever get along? And will creativity finally save the day? All will be answered in this madcap musical based on Dav Pilkey’s irreverently hilarious book series.  

Recommended for ages: 6-12
Two showtimes: 11am & 2pm
Running time: 60 minutes  

The 11:00 a.m. performance on Saturday, May 2, 2026 will have a sign language interpreter. Guests who need the assistance of the interpreter should request seats on the right side of the auditorium.

Free to all

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.

Spring into gardening fun! Kids will craft their very own Garden Basket, perfect for carrying seeds, tools, or pretend produce. This project blends imagination and practical building skills—ideal for little green thumbs in training.

Join us for our Family Classics Book Club, held on the third Tuesday of every month! This month, we'll be reading and discussing The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett.

About the Book

Mary Lennox discovers a hidden, neglected garden on her uncle's Yorkshire estate, and as she brings it back to life, she also transforms herself and those around her. A beautiful story about healing, nature, and the magic of friendship.

What to Expect

• Group Discussion: Share your thoughts and favorite moments from the book

• Family-Friendly Conversation: Parents and children discuss together

• Literary Exploration: Learn about the book's themes, characters, and lasting cultural impact

• Community Building: Connect with other families who love reading

Registration

Please register so we can prepare adequate seating and materials for discussion!

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie, where the sound is lower, the lights are brighter, and where talking, singing and moving is perfectly acceptable!

P.A.L.S. Sensory Friendly Movie programs are especially for people on the autism spectrum (and their families), or for anyone who prefers this type of movie watching environment.  Most movies take place in our fully accessible state-of-the-art Auditorium.  Seating begins 15 minutes before the start time.  Fidget objects will be available during the movie. Registration requested, please register once for your group and include the total number of people in your group. You are welcome to bring your own snacks! 

This month's movie is How to Train Your Dragon;

"As an ancient threat endangers Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together."

This movie is rated PG, and has a run time of 125 minutes.

If there's anything we can do to help you participate please email Sue at sbegin@cuyahogalibrary.org or Kathleen at keiben@cuyahogalibrary.org with any questions or requests or call at 216-661-4240.

2 Show times! Limited, discounted tickets are only $10. Hurry, they wont last long! Buy early and save!

Monster Truck Fans! You've seen them on TV, now it's time to see them live! This is the Renegade Rundown, where you can learn about everything the Renegade Monster Trucks.com event has to offer, during one of our action packed events! Each Event is packed with 1.5-2 hours of horsepower driven, family-fun & entertainment. The Renegade Monster Truck event is sure to leave you in awe as you watch these mechanical marvels compete for points and bragging rights! Each Renegade will complete a series of challenging and exciting competitions in a 12,000lb - 1,500hp blown-alcohol Renegade Monster Truck sitting on massive 66" tall tires!

Free to all

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.

This signature event is all about bridging the community together, offering something for everyone, arts and crafts, a vibrant community parade, live entertainment, a fitness challenge, free ice cream, delicious food, games, and so much more. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy quality time with friends and family.

Vendor space is now available! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this dynamic celebration dedicated to bringing our community closer. Whether you’re showcasing your business or organization, we invite you to join us and help make this event even more memorable. The event is free to attend; however, there will be items available for purchase.

Free street parking, outdoor restrooms / local businesses allow restroom access.

Celebrate summer victories with a soccer themed Trophy Cup workshop! Builders can create and decorate their own award-worthy soccer trophy to honor their accomplishments, big or small. It’s a great way to boost confidence and creativity through hands-on fun.

Join us for our Family Classics Book Club, held on the third Tuesday of every month! This month, we'll be reading and discussing The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame.

About the Book

Join Mole, Rat, Badger, and the irrepressible Mr. Toad on their adventures along the riverbank and through the Wild Wood. This pastoral classic celebrates friendship, home, and the simple pleasures of life in the English countryside.

What to Expect

• Group Discussion: Share your thoughts and favorite moments from the book

• Family-Friendly Conversation: Parents and children discuss together

• Literary Exploration: Learn about the book's themes, characters, and epistolary format

• Community Building: Connect with other families who love reading

Registration

Please register so we can prepare adequate seating and materials for discussion!

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie, where the sound is lower, the lights are brighter, and where talking, singing and moving is perfectly acceptable!

P.A.L.S. Sensory Friendly Movie programs are especially for people on the autism spectrum (and their families), or for anyone who prefers this type of movie watching environment.  Most movies take place in our fully accessible state-of-the-art Auditorium.  Seating begins 15 minutes before the start time.  Fidget objects will be available during the movie. Registration requested, please register once for your group and include the total number of people in your group. You are welcome to bring your own snacks! 

This month's movie is Ice Age; A lost human infant is discovered during an Ice Age 20,000 years ago, and an unlikely trio of misfits team up to return him to his tribe. Manny, a depressed woolly mammoth; Sid, a fast-talking sloth; and the devilish saber-toothed tiger Diego face numerous obstacles during their quest to bring the baby to safety.

This movie is rated PG, and has a run time of 81 minutes.

If there's anything we can do to help you participate please email Sue at sbegin@cuyahogalibrary.org or Kathleen at keiben@cuyahogalibrary.org with any questions or requests or call at 216-661-4240.

P.A.L.S. stands for Programs for All Lives, a series of adapted programs created especially for customers with disabilities. P.A.L.S. is open to everyone, and is appropriate for anyone comfortable with adapted programming.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Libraries.

The Akron Symphonic Winds will present a great evening of live music in a beautiful outdoor setting, and we’d love to have you there. There will be live music and fireworks to enjoy throughout the night honoring veterans!

Keep treasures safe and organized with this Mini Toy Box project! Kids will build and decorate a functional storage box with compartments for their favorite keepsakes or collectables. It’s a fun and useful craft that builds pride—and practical skills.

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie, where the sound is lower, the lights are brighter, and talking, singing and moving is perfectly acceptable! Sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Libraries.

P.A.L.S. Sensory Friendly Movie programs are especially for people on the autism spectrum (and their families), or for anyone who prefers this type of movie watching environment.  Most movies take place in our fully accessible state-of-the-art Auditorium.  Seating begins 15 minutes before the start time.  Fidget objects will be available during the movie.  Attendees can choose to stay at the end of the movie for a short (approximately 5-10 min.) discussion.  Registration requested, please register once for your group and include the total number of people in your group.   Light refreshments will be available, or bring your own snacks!

If there's anything we can do to help you participate please email Sue at sbegin@cuyahogalibrary.org with any questions or requests or call at 216-661-4240.

P.A.L.S. stands for Programs for All Lives, a series of adapted programs created especially for customers with disabilities. P.A.L.S. is open to everyone, and is appropriate for anyone comfortable with adapted programming.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Libraries.

Free to all

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.

Playhouse Square is proud to present a sensory-friendly performance of Disney’s The Lion King. This sensory-friendly performance is designed to create a comfortable theater experience for people with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other social, learning or cognitive disabilities. We welcome family and friends to experience the show together. 

This is a full-length performance. The total time of the performance is 2 hours 30 minutes, which includes one 20-minute intermission.

At this sensory-friendly performance, supportive adaptations will include:

• Lower sound and light levels, strobe effects removed and fewer startling special effects.

• House lights and stage lights will remain on at a low level throughout the performance.

• Audience members are welcome to stand and move throughout the theater as needed during the performance.

• Audience members are free to talk or make noise throughout the performance.

• Audience members may bring and use their electronic devices and extra support items during the performance.

• We provide quiet areas and activities staffed by professionals and trained volunteers.

All are welcome in a judgement-free environment.

If a member of your group requires specific accommodations, please contact us at 216-640-8600. 

*As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, Disney on Broadway recommends its productions for ages 6 and up. All guests entering the theater, regardless of age, must have a ticket.

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie, where the sound is lower, the lights are brighter, and where talking, singing and moving is perfectly acceptable!

P.A.L.S. Sensory Friendly Movie programs are especially for people on the autism spectrum (and their families), or for anyone who prefers this type of movie watching environment.  Most movies take place in our fully accessible state-of-the-art Auditorium.  Seating begins 15 minutes before the start time.  Fidget objects will be available during the movie. Registration requested, please register once for your group and include the total number of people in your group. You are welcome to bring your own snacks! 

This month's movie is How to Train Your Dragon;

"As an ancient threat endangers Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together."

This movie is rated PG, and has a run time of 125 minutes.

If there's anything we can do to help you participate please email Sue at sbegin@cuyahogalibrary.org or Kathleen at keiben@cuyahogalibrary.org with any questions or requests or call at 216-661-4240.

We are opening an hour early exclusively for guests with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences to provide an opportunity exploring nearby lakes and faraway oceans in a comfortable and accepting environment. Not only will there be fewer guests but for that hour the Aquarium team also will limit the use of microphones and reduce noise to ensure a comfortable environment for all participants.

Greater Cleveland Aquarium is certified sensory inclusive by KultureCity, an internationally recognized organization that promotes an accommodating and positive experience for guests with sensory issues. KultureCity sensory bags outfitted with noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools and verbal cue cards are now available to borrow as needed on a first-come, first-served basis. Dedicated areas also have been identified for those who may require a quieter environment.

Cost

• $19.95 (ages 13+)

• $13.95 (ages 2-12)

• Passholders, children younger than 2 and working caregivers FREE

Spooky season starts here! Mini builders will construct a Haunted House complete with charmingly eerie details. Perfect for Halloween decorating, this project lets kids unleash their imagination while learning how to bring spooky scenes to life.

Soar into hero mode with the Firefighting Plane workshop, sponsored by First Alert! Kids will build and decorate a rescue plane ready to take on imaginary missions. This project inspires bravery, creativity, and hands-on learning through high-flying fun.

All aboard the Holiday Express! Mini builders will create their own Holiday Engine train, complete with festive flair. It’s the perfect seasonal project to celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, and holiday joy.

Ding ding! This holiday Trolley Car workshop takes imagination for a ride. Builders will assemble and decorate a classic holiday trolley, learning how pieces fit together while celebrating the magic of motion and design.

Cozy up for the season with a Winter Lodge build! Kids will craft and decorate a snowy cabin scene, complete with icy accents and winter charm. It’s a heartwarming way to kick off the new year with creativity and craftsmanship.