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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Summer Fun and Learning

Here are five suggestions to keep your child's nose in a book, mind working and smile beaming brightly

Believe it or not, the school year is coming to a close. The following is a list of educational and entertainment ideas to keep the kids busy and families making memories together. All summer, our Grab & Go Planner will suggest children's programs for learning and family-friendly activities and places in North Canton or in close proximity to try out. We want North Canton families to enjoy the season to the fullest!

1. Summer Reading Challenge Kick-Off

When/Where: 2 p.m. Saturday at

Why Go: Children ages 8 to 12 will learn how to participate in Borders' reading program this summer. In addition, the event will serve as a celebration of this month's release of the movie Judy Moody and the Bummer Summer, and the joys that come through reading.

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Pricing: Free

 2. Library Programs Sign-Up

When/Where: Sign up this week at the to have your children participate in this summer's various programs

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Why Go: The North Canton Public Library offers numerous programs this summer to keep children of all ages engaged in reading and learning. Click here to view a list of the exciting lineup of activities planned!

Pricing: Free

 3. Memphis Kiddie Park     

When/Where: Daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., weather permitting, at Memphis Kiddie Park, 10340 Memphis Ave., Brooklyn

Why Go: The Memphis Kiddie Park, located in the Cleveland area, truly will put a smile on the face of your little one. The park offers 11 amusement rides for children under 50 inches tall, a concession stand, miniature golf course and arcade. Parents even are welcome to join their youngsters on a few of the rides, including the roller coaster!

Pricing: Buy a book of 25 tickets for $25.25. Most rides require just one ticket per child.

 4. Pioneer Waterland          

When/Where: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, starting June 11, at Pioneer Waterland, 10661 Kile Road, Chardon

Why Go: Located just east of Cleveland, the outdoor water park offers numerous water slides, including speed slides and an enclosed slide, and a 3-acre activity pool. The facility also features basketball courts, an arcade and a mini-golf course.

Pricing: Admission to the park is $19.95. Children under 40 inches tall are free.

 5. Little Explorers: Bees   

When/Where: 11:15 a.m. to noon June 8 at Stark Parks' David Fichtner Center in Hartville

Why Go: Children in first through fifth grades are welcome to attend the program to learn all about where honey comes from. Participants will collect bees outdoors and learn to identify the different species.

Pricing: The event is free, but registration is required by June 7. To register, call 330-477-3552.

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