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Creating Community
Calling all Cleveland families: come create community at The Children's Museum of Cleveland! We are working to expand the CMC experience, and want to bring you all along for the ride. This summer, we are hosting a series of FREE family play events at the Museum designed to build connection and collaboration on future exhibits and programs.
Design: At the event, families will have the opportunity to participate in CMC's exhibit design process by sharing their ideas with our staff in short, one-on-one interviews, and get creative in our Arts & Parts exhibit with an interactive exhibit design activity.
Engage: Share about your experience at the Museum, and the features you'd like to see in the future! Your feedback will help us learn more about the audience we serve, and shape our future plans for new exhibits and programs.
Play: Families will enjoy two hours of free play in our 8 interactive exhibit areas!
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Go Kart
Free In-Store Kids Workshops
Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
Saturday Story Time
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.
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Mini Toy Box
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.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Rocket Game
Free In-Store Kids Workshops
Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Haunted House
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.
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Firefighting Plane
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.
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Holiday Engine
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.
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Holiday Trolley Car
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.
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Winter Play Lodge
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.
Lakeshore Learning Summer Fun Factory
Kick off summer with two free in-store events featuring Creativity for Kids crafts! Whether they’re designing a one-of-a-kind rock or “painting” with jewels, each event helps children boost fine motor skills and self-expression. We’ll even have select summertime faves to explore in our Play & Discover area. Parents and guardians, check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E-Gift Card!
These are free, walk-in events held at all locations during the hours listed. No reservations needed.
Saturday Story Time
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.
Saturday Story Time
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.
Creating Community
Calling all Cleveland families: come create community at The Children's Museum of Cleveland! We are working to expand the CMC experience, and want to bring you all along for the ride. This summer, we are hosting a series of FREE family play events at the Museum designed to build connection and collaboration on future exhibits and programs.
Design: At the event, families will have the opportunity to participate in CMC's exhibit design process by sharing their ideas with our staff in short, one-on-one interviews, and get creative in our Arts & Parts exhibit with an interactive exhibit design activity.
Engage: Share about your experience at the Museum, and the features you'd like to see in the future! Your feedback will help us learn more about the audience we serve, and shape our future plans for new exhibits and programs.
Play: Families will enjoy two hours of free play in our 8 interactive exhibit areas!
Family Classics Book Club: The Wind in the Willows
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!
Lakeshore Learning Summer Fun Factory
Kick off summer with two free in-store events featuring Creativity for Kids crafts! Whether they’re designing a one-of-a-kind rock or “painting” with jewels, each event helps children boost fine motor skills and self-expression. We’ll even have select summertime faves to explore in our Play & Discover area. Parents and guardians, check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E-Gift Card!
These are free, walk-in events held at all locations during the hours listed. No reservations needed.
Saturday Story Time
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.
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Trophy Cup
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.
Saturday Story Time
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.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Goalie Game
Free In-Store Kids Workshops
Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
Lakeshore Learning Garden Wonders
Creativity blossoms and kids’ imaginations grow at two free in-store events in May! Both events feature a garden-themed, take-home craft kids decorate with Magic Stix markers and the chance to get hands-on with nature-inspired finds in our Play & Discover area. Adults, check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E-Gift Card!
These are free, walk-in events held at all locations during the hours listed. No reservations needed.
Saturday Story Time
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.
Content Creator Camp
Cleveland Public Library proudly presents the second annual Content Creator Camp, a dynamic event designed to immerse participants in the world of digital creativity 🎬📱
This year’s event will feature Stefan Johnson, a nationally recognized voice and screen actor with more than 12 million followers across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Known for his charismatic presence and viral food content, Stefan will lead two interactive sessions focused on voice acting techniques and building an authentic, engaging social media brand.
Attendees will gain practical insights, creative strategies, and inspiration to help them develop their own voice and grow confidently as content creators in today’s digital landscape. ✨
Attendees will also have the opportunity to hear from industry leaders on topics including artificial intelligence, drones, and game design, offering insight into emerging technologies shaping today’s creative landscape.
The Cleveland Gaming Classic will also be on site to provide retro gaming experiences and share information about their upcoming convention later this year, giving participants a chance to explore the roots of gaming culture while learning about opportunities to stay connected with the local gaming community. 🎮
Saturday Story Time
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.
Family Classics Book Club: The Secret Garden
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!
Lakeshore Learning Garden Wonders
Creativity blossoms and kids’ imaginations grow at two free in-store events in May! Both events feature a garden-themed, take-home craft kids decorate with Magic Stix markers and the chance to get hands-on with nature-inspired finds in our Play & Discover area. Adults, check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E-Gift Card!
These are free, walk-in events held at all locations during the hours listed. No reservations needed.
Saturday Story Time
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.
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Garden Basket
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.
Digging for Dinos
Presented by The Cleveland Museum of Natural History in collaboration with Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center
Come explore the prehistoric world! 🦕
Participants will learn the ins and outs of studying and unearthing dinosaurs, experiencing the dig first hand to uncover fossils and bones hidden under the earth. There will be additional activities such as studying the dinosaur, learning the tools that paleontologists use in excavations, how to protect dinosaur bones, solving the dinosaur bone fossil puzzle, and drawing the completed dinosaurs here at Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center.
Get ready to dig, discover, and explore as a paleontologist with the whole family!
WHEN: Monday, May 11th, 6:00-7:00 PM
WHERE: Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center (2800 Archwood Ave.)
Free program, encouraged for ages 4-7 and the whole family.
Register online at juliadeburgos.org/calendar
Questions? Email info@juliadeburgos.org or call (216) 894-5664
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Excavando Dinosaurios
Presentado por el Cleveland Museum of Natural History en colaboración con Julia de burgos Cultural Arts Center.
¡Ven a explorar el mundo prehistórico! 🦕
Los participantes aprenderán todo sobre cómo estudiar y descubrir dinosaurios, viviendo la experiencia de excavar para encontrar fósiles y huesos escondidos bajo la tierra. También habrá actividades adicionales como estudiar los dinosaurios, conocer las herramientas que usan los paleontólogos en las excavaciones, aprender cómo proteger los huesos de dinosaurio, resolver un rompecabezas de fósiles y dibujar los dinosaurios completos aquí en el Centro Cultural de Artes Julia de Burgos.
¡Prepárate para excavar, descubrir y explorar como un paleontólogo con toda la familia!
CUÁNDO: Lunes, 11 de mayo, 6:00–7:00 PM
LUGAR: Julia de burgos Cultural Arts Center (2800 Archwood Ave.)
Programa gratuito, recomendado para edades de 4 a 7 años y toda la familia.
Regístrate en línea en juliadeburgos.org/calendar
¿Preguntas? Envía un correo a info@juliadeburgos.org o llama al (216) 894-5664
Saturday Story Time
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.
Storytime on the Lawn
Join us for a very special Storytime on the Lawn! Storytime will take place from 12-12:45 BUT come early to order a delicious coffee from Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck from 11-11:30.
Registration is required for this event.
Saturday Story Time
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.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Keepsake Box
Free In-Store Kids Workshops
Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
Lakeshore Learning Ocean Discovery
Dive into a sea of creativity and discovery at two free in-store events this month! Both events feature an ocean-themed craft kids decorate with Do-A-Dot Art! painters, exciting science demos and the chance to play with featured products. Parents and guardians, if you check in when you arrive, you might just 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.
Independent Bookstore Day at The Wandering Lantern
The Biggest Bookstore Day of the Year
Every year, independent bookstores across the country celebrate together — and this year, we're going all out. Doors open at 10am and close at 8pm. Here's what's happening:
Schedule
10:00 AM: Doors open early
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Story Karaoke
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Local Author Signing — Abby Dosen
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Face Painting
3:30 PM: Literary Cleveland Poetry Crawl
4:30 PM: Lakewood Music Academy Demo
8:00 PM: Closing time
All Day
Raffle — enter to win throughout the day
Scavenger Hunt — explore the store to find clues
Craft Activity — drop in and make something
Vendor Displays — local makers and community partners
No tickets, no registration — just come in and celebrate.
Family Classics Book Club: Winnie the Pooh
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!
Sunday Storytime: Kit the Keystone
Ohio author Jess Leibson will read from her book Kit the Keystone, a sweet story about beavers, frogs, and other species and native plants. The book is suitable for ages 6+ and will be available for sale. The author will do signings for those interested.
Storytime with Kellie DuBay Gillis
Your Neighbor Wrote a Book (Two, Actually)
Kellie DuBay Gillis lives in Fairview Park, works as an environmental scientist, and spent 2025 publishing two picture books with two different major publishers. She's been wanting to visit The Wandering Lantern since the day we opened — and on April 18th, just two days before Earth Day, she finally comes to story time.
She'll be reading both books, and each one is its own world.
The Books
Big Bike, Little Bike (HarperCollins, illustrated by Jacob Souva) A warm, joyful story about the simple pleasure of riding bikes together — the big kid leading the way, the little one pedaling to keep up. Perfect for siblings, for new riders, and for anyone who remembers that feeling of wind and wheels and someone you love beside you.
If You Find a Fawn: A What-to-Do for Wild Wanderers (Disney's Planet Possible, illustrated by Wazza Pink) What should you do if you find a baby deer alone in the yard? Kellie's background as an environmental scientist comes through here — this is a genuinely useful, beautifully illustrated guide for curious kids who care about the animals around them.
What to Expect
Two storytimes in one — Kellie reads both books, so bring the whole family
Q&A — ask about what it's like to be a scientist AND an author, and what really happens when someone finds a fawn
Signing — get your copies signed by a real live neighbor
Books & More
Both Big Bike, Little Bike and If You Find a Fawn will be available to purchase. With Earth Day on April 22nd, these make a wonderful gift for the nature-loving kid in your life.
This is a free drop-in event during our regular Saturday Story Time slot. All ages welcome.
Family Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day as a family with two amazing programs and free all day hands-on activities.
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Terrarium
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.