Lake Erie Nature and Science Center

Yesterday my brood and I took a drive out to the Lake Erie Nature and Science Center in Bay Village.   I’d never been there before so we decided to meet some friends there.   It’s a cute little place and a nice way to spend an hour looking at the various animals.   We got to see [...]

New Elephant Crossing at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

As I write I can’t believe how much the the kiddo and I, with toddler in tow, have already done this summer.   Then when I think of how active they both are and what an even bigger mess my house would be if I kept them home everyday, I realize why.    We often go to the [...]

Great Lakes Science Center Free Tuesdays for Kids

Once again for summer, Great Lakes Science Center offers free admission to those 18 and under on Tuesdays when accompanied by an adult. We actually had purchased a Family Plus membership through Groupon earlier this year so we were fortunate to utilize that last week and visit the Facing Mars exhibit.    We brought along our neighbor [...]

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Junior Ranger Programs

I’m really excited to get back to my original purpose for writing a blog, sharing my family’s great experiences in and around Cleveland, Ohio! This morning I took the kiddo and the former-baby-now-toddler to one of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park’s Junior Ranger, Jr. programs.   This one in particular was called, “A Seed’s Journey.”    The last [...]

Summer Camp at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History

SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION Start planning for the summer now! Registration for summer camps at the Museum is open! Visit the web site for more information on Junior Medical Camp, Junior Veterinary Camp and Circle Sampler Camp! These camps sell out fast, so register soon. http://cmnh.org/site/ClassesandPrograms/SummerCamps.aspx

Rosby’s Raspberry Farm: Pick Your Own

Just got back from picking two quarts of raspberries for fresh raspberry cobbler.   Yum!     http://www.rosbys.com/ They usually have raspberries through the beginning of October. I highly recommend it, and it’s fun for the whole family. Until next time, Lorelei

Bike the Trail, Ride the Rail for $2 a Person

Through the month of October, take a bike ride along the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail in one direction, then hop aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and for $2 the train will take you back to where you began.    Fall months should be particulatly enjoyable with the beautiful foliage.     The hubby and I [...]

Whipps Ledges: Awesome Place For Kids’ Hiking

About a week ago I was sharing with my neighbor some places I’ve been wanting to take the kiddo.   Now that we live somewhere between Cleveland and Akron, one park I’ve wanted to visit is Hinckley Reservation so that we could explore Whipps Ledges.    She apparently was interested, because as a last-minute excursion Saturday morning, she [...]

Summer Discovery Camps at The Children’s Museum of Cleveland

Summer Discovery Camps Your child is creative and energetic! The CMC has the right combination of hands-on learning activities to inspire your child to have a fun and imaginative summer. All of our multidisciplinary Discovery Camps offer science experiments, art exploration, music and movement and free-play in Museum exhibits and outdoor garden. Camps welcome 4, [...]

$29.99 Discount Admission to Cedar Point

Save $15 Off The Gate Price Save big online and visit the park Monday, August 31 through Friday, September 4 – play all day for the Starlight price! This means you can purchase a one-day regular admission ticket for just $29.99 – that’s a savings of $15 off the gate price! This is an online [...]