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A Must for Every Mom: The Kikou
from Calm the Crazy
Two of my favorite things are:
1. Innovative products for moms that are actually helpful and
2. Giving mad props to other local moms.
Today I get to do both of these things!
New from Calm the Crazy is the Kikou (kee-koo). If you are a stay-at-home mom who is so tired of changing her clothes that she wears spit-up all day, this is for you (and it is me!). If you are a working mom who is scared to pick up her kids before leaving for work because you ...
Mothers & More
Mothers & More, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy, has a Northeast Ohio group! They address mothers’ needs as individuals and members of society, and promote the value of all the work mothers do. For more information, visit www.mothersandmore.org.
Some upcoming events that are open to the public. Show up and check out the group!
May 28th – Concord Woods Nature Park, Concord - Meet at the park at 10 a.m.. They have a pond, a little nature path, a playground ...
Some upcoming events that are open to the public. Show up and check out the group!
May 28th – Concord Woods Nature Park, Concord - Meet at the park at 10 a.m.. They have a pond, a little nature path, a playground ...
Monday, May 31 - Shaker Pancake Breakfast and Memorial Day Parade
Pancake Breakfast at the Colonnade! Parade starts at the flagpole in front of City Hall and goes down Van Aken to Thornton Park.
Where: Colonnade/Van AkenWhen: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM (parade starts at 9am)Who: EveryoneHow: Just show up!Cost: Pancakes: $3 Children under 5; $5 Children 5-12; $7 Adults - Proceeds benefit Shaker Youth. Parade: FREE!
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May 28th through June 3rd
Friday, May 28 through Sunday, May 30 - Day Out With Thomas: The Celebration Tour 2010
Enjoy a 35 minute train ride, meet Sir Topham Hatt, Storytellings, Live Music, Build with Mega Bloks and more!
Where: Boston Mill Station, Cuyahoga Valley Scenic RailroadWhen: n/aWho: EveryoneHow: Tickets on sale now!Cost: $14-$18For more info: www.cvsr.com
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Friday, May 28 - Family Movie Night: A Bug's Life
Join us as we snack on popcorn and watch Pixar's Oscar-nominated movie A Bug's Life! Description: A misfit ant, looking for "warriors" to save his colony from greedy grasshoppers, recruits a group of bugs that turn out to be an inept circus troupe. This event is free and will be held in our second floor event room. Rated G.
Where: Joseph Beth Booksellers, Legacy VillageWhen: 7:00 PMWho: The whole family!How: Just show upCost: FREE
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Tuesday, June 1 - "WE ARE FAMILY" Karaoke Night
Be the star you are on Seekers professional stage with our karaoke jukebox to back you up!
Kid's chicken tender meal deal with parent entree purchase.
Kid's chicken tender meal deal with parent entree purchase.
Where: Seekers Coffee House & Cafe
9443 Mentor Ave.
Mentor, OH 44060When: 6:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 440-255-JAVA
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Tuesday, June 1 - Pre-Robotic Drag Race
Using the Lego Mindstorms system, teams will experiment with different wheels and see how fast their robot can go! Family and friends are invited to watch the teams demo their robots at the end of the program!
Where: Garfield Heights LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Ages 6-9How: Registration requiredCost: FREEFor more info: More info and registration here
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Tuesday, June 1 - Nintendo DS Game Nights
Bring your Nintendo DS and any linkable games to the library for the chance to play with other kids like you! Must have a DS, but games are not required.
Where: Willoughby LibraryWhen: 7:00 PMWho: KidsHow: Registration requiredCost: FREEFor more info: 440-942-3200
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Thursday, June 3 - School's Out for the Summer!
Lawn games, tie-dye, bubble painting and more! Kick off your Summer by dropping by the library for some afterschool fun for all ages in celebration of Summer Reading! Books Ahoy!
Where: Warrensville LibraryWhen: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PMWho: Students!How: Just show upCost: FREE
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Tuesday, June 1 - Teen Knitter's Guild
Are you thinking about creating your own stylish knit cap or better yet an IPOD cozy or customized cell phone case? Then come on in to your Coventry Village library the first and last Tuesday of each month and learn all kinds of cool and creative patterns that will make you the new fashion icon at your school. Yarn is provided.
Where: Coventry Village LibraryWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PMWho: TeensHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 216-932-3600 x290
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June 4th through June 19th
Friday, June 4 - June Friday Fun Day
Preschoolers, their families and friends, and childcares are welcome to enjoy storytelling, music and puppet shows.
Where: Maple Heights LibraryWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AMWho: Preschoolers, families and friends!How: Registration requiredCost: FREEFor more info: More info and registration here
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Saturday, June 5 - Farm & Garden Day
Farm living is the place to be! The free "Farm & Garden Day" features live farm animals, vendors and exhibitors, sheep herding and quilting demonstrations, square dancing, tasting stations, children's activities, a scarecrow building station, refreshments, and more.
Where: Garfield Park Nature Center · Garfield Park Reservation · Garfield Hts.When: n/aWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: For details, call 216-341-3152
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Saturday, June 5 - Anime/Manga Club
Join our club “Willoughby Otaku” as we watch, discuss, and comment on anime and manga. Refreshments will be served.
Where: Willoughby LibraryWhen: 1:00 PMWho: TeensHow: Registration requiredCost: FREEFor more info: 440-942-3200
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Wednesday, June 9 - Wonderful World of Bubbles
Kids! Come see bubbles that multiply, do acrobatic feats, and bubbles that are square. You’ll also be able to see bubbles so large you can fit right into them!
Where: Willoughby Hills LibraryWhen: 6:00 PMWho: Kids!How: Reservations requiredCost: FREEFor more info: 440-942-3362
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Saturday, June 12 - Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo
Hundreds of dogs, cats, puppies and kittens from local animal shelters will be available for adoption. Plus, get pet-care tips and training advice from the experts.
Where: Cleveland Metroparks ZooWhen: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREE
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Saturday, June 12 - Parade the Circle & Circle Village
Presented by University Circle Inc. and The Cleveland Museum of Art, Parade the Circle & Circle Village are the perfect way to start the summer in Cleveland. The colorful, artistic parade is the centerpiece of this day filled with music, activities, food, and fun.
Where: Wade OvalWhen: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: Everyone!How: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: website
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Saturday, June 12 - Teen Anime Afternoons
Do you enjoy watching anime movies and drawing with friends? Join us for fun and snacks!
Where: Willowick LibraryWhen: 2:00 PMWho: Grades 6-12How: Registration requiredCost: FREEFor more info: 440-943-4151
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Monday, June 14 - "Make a Splash" Magic Show
Amazing magician Paul Gerber presents "Make a Splash--Read" Library Variety Show: a fast-paced and very funny magic, balloon, puppet, juggling and story time show! No registration required. Funded by the Friends of the Library.
Where: Coventry Village LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 216-321-3400
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Thursday, June 17 - Stories, Snacks & Crafts
Join the University Heights Library at Whole Foods Market for stories and activities that celebrate "Dad".
Where: Whole Foods MarketWhen: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMWho: FamilyHow: Just show upCost: FREE
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Saturday, June 19 through Sunday, June 20 - The Shaker Heights Arts & Music Festival
An exciting new street fair for the whole family! Live Music. Children's Activities. Street Entertainment. Great food and refreshments from local restaurants and vendors. Summer Solstice Musical Celebration from 4pm - 10pm on Saturday,
Where: Van Aken Shopping Center, Corner of Farnsleigh and Van Aken Blvd.When: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (11am - 5pm on Sunday)Who: The whole family!How: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: www.ohiocraft.org
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Saturday, June 19 - Fancy Nancy Girls Night Out
Daughters, bring your favorite females (family or friends) to The Children's Museum of Cleveland for
an evening of pure luxury. We'll get fancy and enjoy crafts, food, and of course, reading Fancy Nancy. Families will work together to decorate flower pots and plant a flower, participate in a cooking demo, make lip gloss and feathery boas, and listen to story times!
an evening of pure luxury. We'll get fancy and enjoy crafts, food, and of course, reading Fancy Nancy. Families will work together to decorate flower pots and plant a flower, participate in a cooking demo, make lip gloss and feathery boas, and listen to story times!Where: Children's MuseumWhen: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Girls!How: Registration required! Hurry - this event fills up fast!Cost: Museum Member Family of Two only $30; Non-Member Family of Two only $40; Each Additional Guest only $10 each!For more info: Register here or call 216-791-7114.
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Don't Forget!
June 20th is Father's Day!
You may think Father's Day was created by the Greeting Card companies. Although they love the day, its not so. Mrs. John B. Dodd, of Washington, thought of the idea of a "father's day" in 1909. She wanted a special day to honor her father, William Smart. Mr. Smart, a Civil War veteran, was widowed when his wife died in childbirth with their sixth child. Mr. Smart was left to raise the newborn and his other five children by himself on a rural farm. It was after Mrs ...
Drop-ins, Playgroups and Storytimes
The Cuyahoga County Library system has great regular drop-ins and storytimes at all of the libraries. There is bound to be one near you so, check it out! (Most are summer programs running June 14 - July 27)
BEACHWOOD
Baby and Me - 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Mon; 4 p.m. Tues - A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth - 18 months and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime - 1 p.m. Tues 0 A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 ...
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Kodak Scrapbook Contest
Kodak wants your best layouts!
Share your love for babies and scrapbooking today! Babies sure take center stage in our lives. Tell us what makes your baby special. Show off your baby with a scrapbook page dedicated to him/her. Whether it's celebrating a milestone first (meal, step, word, Holiday...) or just a smile or a wail, a bath time routine or time spent with their favorite toy - there's plenty of reasons to design a scrapbook page just for your little one. Your baby may have grown up ...
Macaroni Made
Worlds Smallest Lawn
Let your child plant a sponge garden in the comfort of your warm and dry kitchen. Its a good lesson for your child to learn what can be accomplished with a bit of care and attention. It also helps you see if they are interested and ready for a larger garden outside!
What You Need:
- A new, clean sponge, any color
- A small plate
- Grass seeds
- Water
- Clear plastic wrap
What You Do:
- Soak the sponge in water and wring out until damp. Place on plate.
- Sprinkle with grass seeds ...
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