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Events for the Family

PBS Western Reserve takes pride in being a part of our greater northeast Ohio community. We hope to see you at the next event!

Ramp and Roll

Ramp and Roll PreK-2

Wednesday, Aug 5, from 10 AM to 11 AM

Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library, 3512 Darrow Road, Stow

Children will discover the science of motion by investigating how objects roll, slide or stay put on different surfaces. They will experiment with ramps to learn how slope affects movement and collaborate to build their own ramp creations. 

Registration is required. 

Tuesday’s for Toddlers!

Join us every second Tuesday of the month at 11 AM at the Eastwood Mall Aquarium located at 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road in Niles.

Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 11 AM
 

Summer Fun!

Learn about summer with the help of Sid the Science Kid through a read-aloud, crafts and more!
*No mascot appearance

Tuesday’s for Toddlers!

Join us every second Tuesday of the month at 11 AM at the Eastwood Mall Aquarium located at 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road in Niles.

Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 11 AM
 

Healthy Bodies!

On September 9th, we’re talking about keeping our bodies healthy with our favorite PBS Kids characters. Join us for read aloud, sing alongs, and activities.
*No mascot appearance

Wild Kratts

Creature Power Coding with ScratchJr at Warren Trumbull County Public Library

Wednesday Sept. 10, from 2 PM to 3 PM

Warren Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave NW, Warren

Activate Creature Powers! Inspired by the WILD KRATTS, in this program children will be challenged to create projects that explore different animals and their unique behaviors and traits using the PBS Kids coding and programming app, ScratchJr. For ages 5 - 8.

Registration is required. 

Seismic Shake-up Exploration

Seismic Shake Up at Warren Trumbull County Public Library

Thursday, Sept. 18, from 6 PM  to 7:30 PM

Warren Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave NW, Warren

Explore the science of earthquakes and design your own structure using simple materials, then test it on a shake table that simulates real earthquake vibrations. This hands-on STEM activity encourages you to use creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork to strengthen your model and survive the challenges! For ages 9 - 12.

Registration is required. 

Be My Neighbor Day!

Be My Neighbor Day at Eastwood Mall Complex

Sunday, Sept. 28, from 11 AM to 2 PM

At the Aquarium of the Eastwood Mall Complex, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles

Join PBS Western Reserve on Sunday September 28th at 11:00AM for Be My Neighbor Day at Eastwood Mall Complex in Niles Ohio. This free family event invites kids to learn what it means to be a caring neighbor. Meet your local community helpers, enjoy hands on activities, and say hello to Daniel Tiger at this grrr-ific event! 

Optical Illusion

Look Again! Exploring Optical Illusions at Stark Library — Plain Branch

Monday, Sept. 29, from 6 PM to 7 PM

Stark Library, Plain Branch, 1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton

In this fun and interactive session, we’ll explore optical illusions and uncover the science behind how and why they work. Then, we’ll get creative and make a few illusions of our own to take home.

Registration is required.