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" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Treat mom to
hiking, shopping and more in Cleveland Metroparks.
"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Enjoy
spending time with mon through the following Mother's Day-related
offerings:
Mom and Me
Hike
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Thursday, May
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� 6:30
p.m.
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">CanalWay Center � Ohio &
Erie Canal Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Mother's Day
may not be until Sunday, but this starts the weekend off just
right. Take a 1- to 2-mile hike along the Canal in search of
wildflowers and other signs of spring. CanalWay Center is located
on Whittlesey Way, off the East 49th Street entrance of
Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, between Grant Avenue and Canal
Road in Cuyahoga Heights. For more information, call
216-206-1000.
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For Women
Only
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Friday, May 7 � 10 a.m. -
12:30 p.m.
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Lake Isaac parking area � Big
Creek Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Come join
other women for exercise and camaraderie while recharging after a
busy week. This time of year, there is a lot of activity in and
around the wetlands. Take a 4.8-mile hike on the Lake to Lake Trail
from Lake Isaac to Lake Abram and back. Lake Isaac is located off
Big Creek Parkway in Big Creek Reservation, between Fowles Road and
Main Street in Middleburg Heights. For more information, call
440-526-1012.
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Mom and Me:
Wildflower Hike
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Saturday, May 8 � 1 - 3
p.m.
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Strawberry Picnic Area
parking lot � North Chagrin Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Use the
senses of sight and smell to explore the wonders of nature. While
taking a 1.6-mile stroll along the trail, follow the scent from one
of the best displays of spring wildflowers in North Chagrin
Reservation. Strawberry Picnic Area is located off Buttermilk Falls
Parkway, off the Strawberry Lane entrance of North Chagrin
Reservation, off SOM Center Road/Route 91 in Willoughby Hills. For
more information, call
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"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">In addition
to these free programs before Mother's Day, moms and their families
are invited to EarthWords �A Morning With Mom� special program on
Sunday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to noon at EarthWords Nature Shop in
Rocky River Nature Center in North Olmsted.
"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Moms can
enjoy a peaceful continental breakfast with family, nature,
soothing music, and tasty refreshments. The continental breakfast
includes muffins, fruit, juices, tea and coffee.
"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Before or
after breakfast, take some time to browse EarthWords merchandise
for a �naturally� unique gift, too.
"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Gifts such as
nature-themed mugs, t-shirts, and gardening books, as well as many
other unique items are available. All regular-priced merchandise
will be 15% off for everyone on Mother's Day. Moms will also
receive a coupon for 25% off for one non-sale item on a future
visit, too.
"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">A
complimentary family photo will be available for each mom, too.
And, while at the nature center, everyone is invited to go on a
walk to explore the outdoors.
"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Reservations
on the half-hour and a $2 fee per person are required by May 6.
Space is limited.
"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Rocky River
Nature Center is located at 24000 Valley Parkway in Rocky River
Reservation, north of Cedar Point Road in North Olmsted.
"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">For more
information and to register, call 440-734-7576.
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Spend time with mom this
year surrounded by nature's beauty in honor of Mother's Day with
Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life,
naturally.
