Malley’s Tours
Mmmmmm…chocolate! Malley's Chocolates has been selling delicious chocolate and ice cream in the Cleveland area since 1935. Take the kids on a 60,000 square feet tour of chocolate fantasy at the main factory, 13400 Brook Park Road. These self-guided tours for up to 50 people are wheelchair accessible and free. Call 216/362-8700 to reserve a tour or visit www.malleys.com for more information.

Dewey’s Pizza
Dewey’s, located on Detroit at the west end of Lakewood, has three essential ingredients for a primo pizzeria. Their pizza is fresh and delicious (try the white pizza - it’s to die for), both staff and space are very family friendly, and best of all, you and the kiddos get to watch the Dewey boys twirl dough high in the air and create your ‘za with artful precision and grace through a nifty observation window. The highlight: they’ve been known to throw small puffs of flour at the glass where the window’s smallest, most unsuspecting faces gaze on in delighted, then startled amazement. For more information visit www.deweyspizza.com or call 216/228-2299.

West Side Market
The West Side Market is an amazing place to take the kids. This nearly 100-year-old historic market square has an outdoor arcade that features 85 stands where vendors call out competitive prices and cut free samples as customers peruse affordable produce and out-of-the-ordinary culinary choices. (Have your kids ever tried an Asian fruit called a lychee?) Inside the market’s cavernous core you’ll find over 100 stalls with vendors selling meats, cheeses, bakery delights, pasta, candy, coffee beans and ethnic foods. Weekdays are less crowded, and thus more kid-friendly, but anytime is a great time to go, year round. Kids love pasta, right? Get it fresh and flavored at Ohio City Pasta. Grandma’s Fresh Bake, Campbell's Popcorn Shop and Candy Corner all offer sweet delights. Try an empanada or falafel wrap. Older kids who aren’t faint of heart will gawk at a pig (yes, a whole pig) carcass ready for butchering or want to know what people do with one of those purple, bumpy cow tongues. Little ones will be awestruck by the market's lively atmosphere and multitude of choices. In the warmer months, the square across the street often showcases local crafts, dancing and music. Open Mondays and Wednesdays, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, check out their website at www.westsidemarket.org.

Ethnic Food Markets
Northeast Ohio is a great place to shop for ethnic food specialties. German, Polish, Czech, Slovenian, Latin American, Italian, and various Asian cultures all have had a hand in forming "Cleveland Culture." There's no better way to learn about these cultures than by visiting the many food ethnic markets here. Check out this guide listing all the Cleveland area Ethic Food Markets worth a visit.
http://cleveland.about.com/od/foodstores/tp/Cleveland-Ethnic-Food-Markets.htm

History of Maple Sugaring
Maple Grove Picnic Area in the Rocky River Reservation offers free History of Maple Sugaring tours every Saturday and Sunday from late February to mid March. The tour includes a hike through the reservation’s working maple grove, equipped with various historically accurate taps dripping and filling buckets, then on to the sugar house where the sap is boiled into syrup. Participants can get a free taste of sweet sap from the tree at the beginning of the tour and a sip of delicious, fresh, warm syrup at the end. Other authentic maple treats produced by the grove are available for purchase at reasonable prices and proceeds go to support this program that allows the tradition of maple sugaring to live on in Northeast Ohio. For more information visit www.clemetparks.com/events/Maple%20Sugaring.asp

Lakewood Soccer Association
LSA is a non-profit, volunteer soccer organization that provides soccer programs and activities for Lakewood area players between the ages of 4 1/2 and 14 and Travel Soccer programs for players between 7 and 14. They provide the benefits of a team sport through quality instruction that promotes sportsmanship, enjoyment and the development of individual soccer players to their highest level. LSA is nearly 100% dependent upon volunteers at all levels. As a volunteer organization, they are always in search of adults who are dedicated to providing the benefits of competitive soccer to the children of Lakewood. Visit the website at www.lakewood-soccer.com/default.asp

Lakewood High School Girls Rugby Club
Ranked in 2008 as the Second Best Team in the U.S., the Girls Rugby Club at Lakewood High School has won five state championships. You can get more information on the team at www.eteamz.com/LHSgirlsrugbyclub/ and check their calendar for local matches where you can see them in action.

Go See A Minor League Baseball Game
Take me out to the ball game, but don't empty my wallet! The Lake County Captains, a Class A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians, play minor league baseball in Eastlake at a welcoming, easily accessible stadium. They strive to provide affordable, family-friendly entertainment in a professional baseball environment. For more information, call 440/975-8085 or visit www.captainsbaseball.com.

Cheer On Your Neighbor at a Free Local Adult Softball Game
Introduce our nation's pastime for free right here in Lakewood by watching some competitive-quality softball at George J. Usher Field at Madison Park (night games under the lights) or at Jimmie Foxx Field at Kauffman Park on Detroit Avenue. The Lakewood Department of Recreation sponsors many leagues - you're bound to catch a game almost any evening between April and October. Call 216/529-4081 or visit www.lakewoodrecreation.com/programs_detail.php?prgId=151 .

Go Rangers! Take the kids to see Lakewood’s finest participate in nearly every sport
Did you know that the young adults in this city compete in a variety of freshman, junior varsity and varsity sports? Baseball, basketball, football, ice hockey, soccer, gymnastics, softball, swimming, tennis, track, volleyball, wrestling and more! What better way to inspire the younger kids than to support our high school and junior high teams by attending one of their games or events. Visit www.lakewoodcityschools.org/athletics.aspx?ishome=1 or call 216/529-4000 for more information.

Lakewood Recreation Department
One thing that sets Lakewood apart from surrounding communities is the diverse, affordable programming offered through our recreation department. Among the many youth programs offered each session, athletics offerings include baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross country, football and softball. Call 216/529-4081 or visit www.lakewoodrecreation.com/programs.php?section=2 for more information.

The Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum
The Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, a collection of the Western Reserve Historical Society, presents the history of land and air transportation with interesting and engaging exhibits and activities. Their facility in University Circle showcases nearly 200 antique, vintage, and classic automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles and aircraft. The Museum collects and preserves historically and technically important automobiles, aircraft, bicycles, motorcycles, spacecraft and related accessories and archival materials that illustrate the development of transportation and its connection to the culture and history of Northeast Ohio, the United States and the world. For more information, visit www.wrhs.org/index.php/crawford or call 216/721-5722.

Cleveland Area Soap Box Derby (CASBD)
Whether you want to just go and watch or roll up your sleeves and participate, soap box racing is a great family sport. Driving is done by kids age 7 to 17, and the cars are built from a kit in 6-10 hours. A non-profit organization that promotes the sport of Soapbox Derby Racing in Cleveland, CASBD hosts free test drives for local families interested in Soapbox Racing. Their track is located 1/2 mile west of downtown along Rt. 2 (West Shoreway). For more information, visit www.clevelandsoapboxderby.com

Cleveland Auto Show
Each year, late February through early March, the Auto Show comes to Cleveland. Featuring vehicles from over 40 manufacturers in a space spanning 1.2 million square feet, the Cleveland Auto Show receives hundreds of thousands of attendees annually. Held at the I-X Center, the show features an array of entertainment including sports celebrity appearances from Cavs and OSU athletes, as well as a NASCAR Day featuring the top stars of the racing scene. Specifically, your kids will love the opportunity to sit in all the different vehicles with you, vote on which car is the “best” and maybe drive a radio controlled car around a race track a time or two. The Auto Show typically has a family day when children age 15 and under receive free admission. Parking is free every day of the show. Ticket and event information are available at www.clevelandautoshow.com.

Cleveland National Air Show
Each Labor Day weekend, Cleveland hosts the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the Cleveland National Air Show at Burke Lakefront Airport. The show typically includes choreographed performances by the Blue Angels, high energy civilian aerobatic performers and WWII aircraft with pyrotechnics, in addition to a display of aircraft, educational exhibits, tanks, simulators, aviation souvenirs and more. For more information visit www.clevelandairshow.com

Girls With Wings
The goal of Girls With Wings is to introduce flying to girls at an early age and motivate them to create "flight plans not fairy tales." Through membership in Girls With Wings, parents introduce their children to a group of highly motivated individuals with strong backgrounds in science, technology, engineering and math. Members can apply for scholarships to fund flight training, play games, or post to the message board to get advice and insight. Visit their website at www.girlswithwings.com/index.html.

Wings Hobby Shop
This first-class hobby shop, located in Lakewood at 17112 Detroit Ave., focuses on all things railroad/train related. In addition to carrying expensive trains that go on tracks, a large inventory of HO scale trains and other scales too, hand-painted wooden trains that stand individually, realistic figures of the conductor and more, they also offer a great selection of train books and magazines. Call 216/221-5383 for more information.

Cleveland Metroparks Train Day
Every June, Cleveland Metroparks’ Train Day takes place at the CanalWay Center off the E. 49th St. entrance of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. Hop on board for a day of viewing model trains and real trains that cross the bridge spanning the canal. Children can create train crafts and ride the kids’ train, while the whole family can enjoy some toe-tapping entertainment and a stroll along the "hobo trail." Bring your antique/toy train sets for appraisal. Call 216/206-1000 or visit www.clemetparks.com/events for information on this free event.

Day Out with Thomas
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad offers a Day Out with Thomas on two weekends in May. This 25-minute train ride departs from Boston Mills Station. Meet Sir Topham Hatt and entertain your kids with storytelling and live music. For tickets and information visit or www.cvsr.com or call 1-800-468-4070 or 330/657-2000.

Meet the Trucks at Lakewood Park
At Lakewood’s Annual Meet the Trucks event, your kids can see, touch and even blow the horns of Lakewood's finest fleet of 20-25 trucks. From city trucks (fire, police, garbage, zamboni) to Coast Guard and Big Rig, there’s excitement for everyone at this free event held in early June at Lakewood Park.  Past events have featured the Cleveland Animal Protective League with cats and dogs ready for adoption, soccer clinics, face painting, caricature artist, balloon twister, d.j., bounce house, raffles, the Burning River Roller Derby Girls, Jungle Bob ‑ plus free popcorn and water. For date and time of the next Meet the Trucks event, visit www.lecpta.com

Northeast Ohio Birding
This website features Plain Dealer Reporter James F. McCarty’s birding columns, as well as links to other birding sites, photos, a Birding Forum, and a map of the best birding spots in the Cleveland area. Visit www.cleveland.com/living/plaindealer/aerialview/index.ssf?/base/living-0/1250065947247270.xml&coll=2.

Sandy Ridge Reservation
Sandy Ridge Reservation in the Lorain County Metroparks is a 310 acre wetland and wildlife preserve, divided almost equally between forest, meadow and marsh. A favorite of naturalists and bird watchers, Sandy Ridge has over 100 bird species on its breeding list and is rich in other wildlife, such as muskrats, deer, raccoon, coyote, and mink. Sand Hill Cranes, Egrets and American Bittern are regularly spotted in the summer months. A pair of Bald Eagles has resided here since the summer of 2002. This North Ridgeville park offers a small day-use area with outdoor playground, picnic tables and visitor's center with two lush ponds spanned by a footbridge. Visit their website at www.loraincountymetroparks.com/index.html for more information and directions.

Crane Creek State Park/ Magee Marsh Wildlife Area
Purchased by the Ohio Division of Wildlife in 1951, Magee Marsh lies in some of Ohio’s finest remaining wetlands. Spring and fall migrations are spectacular, with more than 300 species of birds being recorded in the area. Bald eagles, peregrine falcons, osprey, and a large variety of hawks can be seen during the spring. A forested beach ridge provides a critical habitat for more than 150 species of migrating songbirds, including 36 species of warblers, as they rest and refuel before continuing on their journey. An accessible boardwalk that meanders through this beach ridge provides some of the best bird watching opportunities in the Midwest. During the summer, herons, egrets, pied-billed grebes, ducks, Canada geese and a variety of migrating shorebirds can be spotted. Keep your eyes open for a glimpse of the bald eagles that frequent the marsh. For more information, see www.ohiodnr.com/Home/wild_resourcessubhomepage/WildlifeAreaMapsLandingPage/NorthwestOhioWildlifeAreaMaps/MageeMarshWildlifeArea/tabid/19778/Default.aspx.

Ohio Young Birders Club
This club for birders between the ages of 12 to 18, sponsored by the Black Swamp Bird Observatory, seeks to create a community for young birders throughout Ohio, promote volunteering and contributing through service projects, foster an interest in natural history, encourage young people to spend more time outside and introduce them to career opportunities in the wildlife and conservation fields. Visit www.ohioyoungbirders.org/.

Kenn Kaufman’s blog, Best Bets for Birding, The Crane Creek-Magee region of northwest Ohio, can be found at cranecreekbirding.blogspot.com/. Visit Jim McCormac’s blog, Ohio Birds and Biodiversity, at jimmccormac.blogspot.com/.

Cleveland Museum of Natural History
This museum , located in Cleveland's University Circle area, is a treasure trove of more than 4 million specimens. Exhibits include Dinosaur bones, natural gemstones and fossils, and a huge section of Ohio birds, plant life, insects, and archeology. A planetarium teaches kids and adults all about the moon, the stars, and the galaxy. Children age 2 and under are always admitted free and on Tuesdays and Thursdays, children 12 and under are admitted for free after 3 p.m. For more information, call 216/231-4600 or visit www.cmnh.org

DINOSAURS! Roar Back to Life at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Every year in May, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo promises a summer of monstrous proportions with the return of DINOSAURS! This exhibit features larger-than-life robotic creatures. Through the magic of animatronic technology, DINOSAURS! brings life to the 20-foot-tall Tyrannosaurus rex, the 30-foot-long Iguanodon, the fierce Deinonychus and the fish-hunting Baryonyx. DINOSAURS!, $1 per person with regular Zoo admission and free for Zoo members and children under 2, is open daily from May through October. For more information, visit www.clemetzoo.com/pressroom/index.asp?action=details&pressrelease_id=1366

Lakewood Animal Shelter
The Lakewood Animal Shelter, located in the Cleveland Metroparks, offers a variety of volunteering opportunities. Any time during their hours of operation (Tuesday and Thursday 12-6, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 12-4), families can help by socializing with the currently sheltered cats and dogs. In addition, every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., volunteers are needed to help with socializing, cleaning cages and dog runs, doing laundry, washing dishes, scrubbing floors, etc. This is a great way for children to see the duties involved in caring for a pet and gain a deeper understanding of the commitment required when welcoming a pet into your family.

For more information call 216/529-5020 or visit www.lkwdpl.org/pets/orgs.html

Please note: The shelter houses animals that are picked up as stray around our city; however, they are not large enough to accept surrendered pets.

Want to volunteer at a shelter outside of Lakewood? Use this link to find area shelters, breed rescues, and animal adoption organizations near you for additional pet-related volunteer opportunities: www.petfinder.com/awo/index.cgi?action=state&state=OH

Lake Farmpark
Lake Farmpark is a working farm and learning center, just 25 miles east of downtown Cleveland. They have 50 different breeds of livestock, make honey and maple syrup on-site, and host many special events throughout the year. Visitors can try milking a cow, and watch demonstrations of machine and hand milking, cheese-making, ice cream making, and other farm skills. Lake Farmpark's "Plan Science Center" features exhibits about hydroponic and organic gardening, cultivating honey, and creating a viable greenhouse. The Woodland Center offers displays on forest conservation, maple syrup harvesting, and other outdoor activities. Regular events include horse and wagon-drawn hayrides and sheepherding demonstrations. Lake Farmpark hosts an ambitious schedule of monthly events, including folk art exhibits and musical presentations. Admission is free for children under 2, for active members of the military and their families, and for Lake County residents on the 1st Sunday and 3rd Tuesday of each month. For more information, call1-800-366-FARM or visit www.lakemetroparks.com/select-park/farmpark.shtml

Lakewood Dog Park
Do your kids love, love, love dogs? Lakewood Dog Park, the only west side off-leash dog park, is a great place to observe happy dogs running and playing with wild abandon. Located at 1299 Metropark Drive near the Lakewood Water Treatment Plant, the Dog Park, open 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday to Friday and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, provides a fenced-in area where owners may exercise their dogs off-leash to play and socialize with other dogs. Children under the age of 16 are not permitted in the park without adult supervision. It is also not recommended that small children visit the inside of the park. Lots of dogs, all at eye level, can be a bit overwhelming to young tots. Older children should be warned against running inside the park and be told to ask the owner prior to petting or playing with dogs they do not know. There are benches outside the fenced in area perfect for observation at a safe distance. For more information about the dog park, visit onelakewood.com/PublicWorks/Parks_PublicProperty/

Pet Finder
Looking for a new four-legged best friend? Many purebred dogs, puppies, cats and kittens are looking for a home throughout Ohio. You can find the one that best fits your family by visiting www.petfinder.org. This is an all-in-one web resource that puts every area shelter, breed rescue, and animal adoption organization at your fingertips. You can search using a variety of criteria (proximity to your home, specific breeds, good with kids, good with other pets, older, younger, etc.) and the results often have one or more photos and a description of your potential new best friend. You can also find great articles about how to find the right pet for your family, preparing for your new addition, training tips and more.

Crown Classic Dog Show
The Lorain County Kennel Club, Medina Kennel Club, Richland County Kennel Club, and Western Reserve Kennel Club welcome the public each December to the Crown Classic Dog Show at the IX Center near the Cleveland Airport. Families can see an average of 3000 dogs each day compete in agility, obedience, rally obedience and conformation. You can visit the "Meet the Breed" ring to meet various breeds up close and talk to the exhibitors. There are over 100 vendors selling a variety of pet-related wares and groups that provide information on rescue and re-homing for purebred dogs. For more information call 216/265-7005 during the show days or visit www.crownclassicdogshows.org.

Horseback Riding at Rocky River Stables
Rocky River Stables, managed by Valley Riding, Inc., is a non-profit affiliate of the Cleveland Metroparks. They do not offer trail rides or rentals, but do provide able-bodied and therapeutic riding lessons, pony and horse camps, boarding, educational tours, and horse shows. They offer riding opportunities for underserved populations through partnerships with public schools and urban community youth programs and engage the community through numerous volunteer opportunities. In August each year, Rocky River Stables hosts a Horse Festival. This free event includes a parade, festival games and food. Visitors can enjoy pony rides, raffles, stable tours and "barnyard bingo." Demonstrations feature educational horse activities such as jumping and a showcase by the pony quadrille team performing precision movements to music. More information on riding lessons or the festival can be found at www.valleyriding.org or by calling 216/267-2525.

Horseback Riding at North Crest Equestrian Center
North Crest Equestrian Center in Avon Lake specializes in Dressage and offers private lessons for adults and children 8 and older. They have well trained quality school horses, indoor and outdoor arenas, horse training and mini clinics. Also, summer camps and horse birthday parties are available. For more information, visit www.northcrestequestrian.com/ or call 440/933-4654.

In the state of Ohio, kids under the age of 16 can fish without a license. So grab your rod, reel, bait and tackle and head on over to one of these nearby, kid-friendly locations.

Bunns Lake
Bunns Lake in Bradley Woods Reservation, off White Oak Lane, off Bradley Road in Westlake, was created to provide waterfowl habitat as well as fishing opportunities, and serves as a pleasant spot for nature lovers. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed sunfish, crappie, and channel catfish. For more information, visit www.clemetparks.com.

Rocky River Reservation
The Rocky River, winding south from Lakewood through the Cleveland Metroparks offers endless spots to fish year round for a variety of species including steelhead trout, suckers, carp, bullhead, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, salmon, northern pike, walleye, sheepshead and yellow perch. The three locations along the river that are nearest Lakewood are Scenic Park Picnic Area, North Mastick Picnic Area, and South Mastick Picnic Area. All are located off Valley Parkway, which is accessed via the Detroit Road entrance of Rocky River Reservation in Lakewood. For more information visit www.clemetparks.com.

Huntington Beach Pier, Lake Erie
Huntington Reservation is located along the Lake Erie shoreline approximately six miles west of the Rocky River. The reservation is located off Lake Road (Routes 2 and 6) in Bay Village. Four fishing piers extend out into Lake Erie and adjoin the swimming beach. Fish species that can be caught from the shore include: yellow perch, white perch, white bass, channel catfish, yellow/black bullheads, walleye, and steelhead. For more information visit www.clemetparks.com.

Wallace Lake
This lake, located in Mill Stream Run Reservation off Valley Parkway, south of Bagley Road in Berea, has a snack bar, bait concession and paddleboat/one-person kayak rental from Memorial Day until Labor Day. Fish species include largemouth bass, bluegill, white crappie, brown bullhead, channel catfish and rainbow trout. Wallace Lake also serves as the west side site for the annual Children's Spring Fishing Derby, usually in early May, where kids can compete for prizes in a day of free fishing fun. Coaching and free loaner equipment is available for kids who don't have their own gear. Registration is held onsite on the day of the derby. For additional information, call 440/234-9597 or visit www.clemetparks.com.

CanalWay Center
The Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation stretches through the villages of Cuyahoga Heights and Valley View. The reservation follows a portion of its namesake, the historic Ohio and Erie Canal. Popular fish species which can be caught include bass, bluegill, crappie, and channel catfish. This location serves as the east side site for the annual Children's Spring Fishing Derby held in mid-May each year. While learning fishing basics, young anglers can enjoy a day of free fishing fun, competing for prizes and learning some fishing basics. Live bait is provided and a limited number of rods and reels will be available. For additional event information, call 440/234-9597 or visit www.clemetparks.com.

Alter Reality Gaming at 15601 Detroit Avenue specializes in YU-GI-OH, Magic the Gathering, Mage Knight, Lord of the Rings and other gaming CCG. They buy and sell cards and accessories, hold daily gaming tournaments with a 1000 square feet gaming area dedicated to all levels of players and types of games, and host training academies to premier events. For more information call 216/226-5890.

Buckeye Regional FIRST Robotics Competition is held annually at the Cleveland State University Wolstein Center. This super cool robotics competition put together by CSU and NASA was held February 26-28 in 2009. More than sixty competing high schools designed and constructed robots meant to compete and win various obstacle course-like challenges. Participation is reserved for registered teams coordinated by area high school faculty members, but the event itself is open to the public. Feed this interest while your kids are still young and by the time they reach high school, they can join in the fun! For more information visit www.firstbuckeye.org

Lakewood Recreation Department
One thing that sets Lakewood apart from surrounding communities is the diverse, affordable programming offered through our recreation department. Among the many youth programs offered each session, there is currently one titled Fashion Designer. This 6 week long class for children grades 3-8 lets students see their fashion ideas come to life using computer tools and software. Students design and create a fashion logo and business card for their company and showcase their designs on a take home on a CD. Their Duck Tape Fashion competition is a project favorite with many of their students. This program is designed to teach entrepreneurship and product development. Call 216/529-4081 or visit www.lakewoodrecreation.com for more information.

Kathy's Creative Sewing Center
Located at 14520 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, Kathy’s offers a Kids Can Sew class, designed for children ages 7 to 15 years of age. In a series of four classes, each student uses an instructional book and patterns, sold as a kit for an initial fee of $45. The kit has over fifteen patterns to pick from including skirts, tops, p.j. pants and other small projects.

They also offer an American Girl Doll Club where students come with their American Girl doll or any 17" doll and make cool things like sleeping bags, purses or night robes. The club meets the first Saturday of each month in Lakewood. All fabrics are supplied for each project. Club membership requires an initial fee and a small supply fee each month. Call 216/226-6300 or check their website at www.kathyscreativesewing.com for additional seasonal special events intended for youth.

Stitch Cleveland is a workshop space that teaches all things stitchy, including sewing, patternmaking, fashion illustration, knitting & crochet, spinning, dyeing, felting and embroidery. They offer private lessons as well as workshops, including Fashion Design Camp, Sewing for Teens and Sewing for Kids. You’ll also find cool handcrafted stuff for sale. They are located at 1387 Sloane Avenue in Lakewood, next to the Rocky River-Lakewood Bridge. Call 216/220-4808 or visit the website at stitchcleveland.com/

Virginia Marti College of Art and Design (VMCAD)
This Lakewood institution, located at 11724 Detroit Avenue, offers a number of fashion shows, millinery (hat and accessory design) presentations, etc. that are open to the public. They also host a number of open houses year round where families can tour VMCAD and meet instructors and industry professionals from the Fashion, Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Digital Media industries. For more information call 216/221-8584 or visit their website at www.vmcad.edu.

Fashion Design: Ursuline ArtSpace
The Ursuline ArtSpace Program, located on the Ursuline College Campus in Pepper Pike, provides art-making that is educational, enjoyable, and therapeutic. Their summer program offers “Flair for Fashion,” a week-long fashion camp for children ages 10-16. Classes include basic fashion history, fashion drawing, and hand/machine sewing opportunities. Participants illustrate their clothing ideas, experiment with constructing garments, and design a variety of fashion accessories. A fashion show celebrates their creations on the last day of class. For registration information, call 440/449-1200 ext. 285 or visit www.ursulineartspace.com/index.html.