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Kid Art Auction for EARTH!

February 04, 2009

Do your children love to draw? Would you like to help contribute to funding for The Nature Conservancy ? It is the mission of The Nature Conservancy to "preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive." What a great activity to participate in for Earth Day! ---------- HOW CAN  Read more...

Savvy guide to visiting a museum WITH children

January 11, 2009

Prior to hosting a Rock-n-Tot event at the Museum of Contemporary Art, I have to admit that I was a bit hesitant about taking my littles to a museum, unless it had the word "Children" in its name. However, with a little bit of planning and preparation, I think it can be done, AND be a huge sucess!! 1. Research and talk with your children about what they might see at the museum. This can be as  Read more...

ArtHouse, Inc ... a COOL way to create memories.

January 07, 2009

Check out one of our family's newest favorite places for art classes and all things COOL! ArtHouse, Inc. The folks at ArtHouse, Inc. provided fantastic art projects at a recent Rock-n-Tot event and were one of the stars of the show! Their upcoming classes offer something for everyone and I strongly encourage you to participate (especially check out the All Ages Family Open Studio dates  Read more...

2009 International Showcase ... brought to you by ...

December 29, 2008

Playhouse Square ! PlayhouseSquare is the conference host for the 2009 International Showcase of Performing Arts for Youth (Showcase). Held annually in major cities throughout North America, Showcase is the only conference in the country that is dedicated entirely to live arts programming for youth. The PlayhouseSquare Arts Education Department is pleased to make complimentary tickets  Read more...

Looking back on November.

November 30, 2008

Did you miss these posts? Some of my favorites (or some of the most important ones, anyway) from the month of November: How would they reach your loved ones? Have you been to Shaker Lakes Nature Center? Need a Christmas gift that is literacy based and keeps on giving? Get creative with your kids! Here's hoping that November was full of great fall hikes, lots of jumping in the leaves and  Read more...

ABC Books

November 06, 2008

A great book is sometimes the one that you create yourself! I have a project for you ... come along with me and let's create an amazing piece of art! Items needed: camera cardstock metal ring (3") hole punch access to laminating machine (optional) markers/crayons ...other decorating items Make time to sit with your children and go through the alphabet. Look around your home, your outdoor space  Read more...

Top 5 things to do on a rainy day!

October 22, 2008

We all know that Cleveland can be a dreary place to be when it's raining (and let's not even start talking about when the snow starts flying). Have you exhausted the craft box, had enough of puppet shows and do not want to make yet another fort with the kitchen chairs and your sleeping bags? What to do when it's muddy outside and there is no chance for sunshine in the forecast?  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in cleveland

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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