# Hands-On Holidays & Hotcakes

> Event for families in the Cleveland area (OH). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sun, Dec 6 · 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
- Where: Akron Children's Museum, 216 S. Main Street, Akron, OH 44308
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Akron Children's Museum
- Official page: https://akronkids.org/calendar/special-events/hands-holidays-hotcakes-sunday-december-6
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Families start with a hotcake buffet with a toppings bar in the Holiday Hotcake Hall, then head into the museum for make-and-take holiday crafts, face painting, hands-on STEM activities and a meet and greet with Santa and friends. The morning runs in three timed sessions.

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