RECREATION GUIDE

SUMMER 2017

Dear Residents, Warm weather, sunshine, and longer days are ideal for spending more time outdoors to take advantage of our summertime program offerings. For the first time ever, our city has two outdoor parks for your recreational enjoyment! Swimming, tennis, free arts & crafts, and a small playground are available at Purvis Park. Our brand-new Community Park offers three playgrounds, adult exercise equipment, and an open field for a pick-up game of baseball, soccer, or football. For anyone who is counting their steps toward better health, a walk around the perimeter path of Community Park is .3 miles. Enjoy! New this summer is an outdoor movie night at Community Park. Bring your blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy a free family movie. Also new this summer is the opportunity to play Pickle Ball on a designated tennis court at Purvis Park. You will know the court when you see the colorful markings. Pickle Ball is growing in popularity and is a sport that can be played by all ages. The ever-popular “Touch a Truck” event is back again this summer! Your little ones will enjoy the chance to “drive” a police car, fire truck, garbage truck, and other large vehicles. Meet our safety forces and service workers, and bring your cameras for a great photo opportunity! Do not forget to take advantage of our city’s perennially favorite summertime activity, the outdoor band concerts, held on various Thursday evenings on the Hamlin Quad at John Carroll University. Enjoy a wonderful variety of music, plentiful parking, nearby restrooms, and the chance for little ones to stretch their legs on the grassy quad. It is a great evening of entertainment! Have a happy summer. Sincerely,

Susan Infeld Mayor

PURVIS POOL Pool Opens May 27

May 27 & 28: 1:00- 8:30pm

Memorial Day, May 29: 1:00 - 6:00pm

May 30 - June 11: 1:00 - 8:30pm

Regular Pool Hours

June 5 - August 13

Mon., 1:00—5:30pm

Tues thru Sat.,- 1:00pm - 8:30pm

Sun., - Noon - 5:30pm

July 4 - Noon - 6:00pm *Pool closes at 5:00pm when home swim meet

Lap Swim (Adults Only)

June 5- August 13 (no July 4)

Mon. - Sat., 6:30am - 7:30am

and 8:30am - 9:30am

Sun., 10:00am - Noon

Aug. 1 - 13, 6:30am - 9:30am -No Sun.

Beg. Aug. 14, 7:00am - 10:00am - No Sun.

End of Season Hours August 14 - August 27 Mon. thru Fri., 11:00 am - 8:00pm

Sat., Noon - 8:00pm, Sun, Noon - 6:00pm

Aug. 28 - Sept. 1 - 4:00pm -8:00pm

Sept. 2 and 3 - Noon - 8:00pm

Labor Day, Sept. 4 - 10:00am - 6:00pm

TODDLER POOL - Special Hours During Swim Lessons

Mon. thru Thurs., 9:30am - Noon

Women & Girls Only Sundays, June 11 - Aug. 13

6:30pm to 8:45pm

Men & Boys Only Mondays, June 12 - Aug. 14

6:30pm to 8:45pm

RECREATION PASS FEES for Swim & Tennis MUST HAVE THESE ITEMS TO OBTAIN A 2017 PASS

~ Must be a University Heights residents with a current utility bill with name

and address as proof of residency.

~ Bring Valid Driver’s License or State ID

~ If available, bring last year’s pass for updated 2017 Sticker

RECREATION PASS

$30.00 - Youth (6-17)

$40.00 - Adult (18-61)

$15.00 - Seniors (62+) $5.00 - Lost/Stolen Pass

FAMILY PASS

$125.00 - Family

Parent(s) & Children (6-21)

$40.00– Sitter/Nanny

(minimum age 15)

GUEST PASS*

$25.00 - 5 admissions

$50.00 - 10 admissions

GUEST FEE*

$10/Swim $1/ Tennis *Must accompany a pass holder

Hours are subject to change based on pool staffing, weather, and sanitation issues.

LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM

Residents Only: $20.00 per session Registration: May 31 and June 1, 6:30pm to 8:00pm at Purvis Pool

Must have 2017 Recreation ID to sign up.

Session I - June 5 - June 29 Session II - July 10 - August 3 Sessions: Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday

Saturday Only Session - June 10 - July 29 11:45am - 12:30pm

Class Times

9:30 - 10:15am Levels 2, 4, 5, 6, Adult

10:15 - 11:00am Levels 1, 2, 3, 4, and diving

11:15 - 11:45am Preschool, Infant and Parent Playtime

11:45 - 12:15pm Preschool

Class Descriptions and Age Requirements: Levels: Ages 4 and up - placement based on previous swimming experience and ability. Preschool: Ages 3-5 - Swimmers must be over 3 years old.

Level 1 ~ Introduction to water skills, pool safety Level 2 ~ Fundamental aquatic skills Level 3 ~ Stroke development—guided practice Level 4 ~ Stroke improvement—develop confidence Level 5 ~ Stroke refinement and further coordination Level 6 ~ Swimming and skill proficiency (fitness swimming) Basic Diving ~ Fundamental diving skills Preschool ~No parents in water, small groups, become comfortable in water Infant and Parent Playtime ~ 6 months– 3 years old. Unstructured play

Questions? Contact Pool Director at 216-381-4720 or info@universityheights.com

Female-only classes: June 11 - July 30 (Sundays) 5:45—6:30pm Male-only classes: June 12 - July 31 (Mondays) 5:45 - 6:30pm

Adult Exer-Swim - $25.00 per session

Mon - Thurs., 10:00am - 11:00am, (Tues. & Thurs -Instructor provided)

Fri and Sat., Noon –1:00pm

We will attempt to reschedule canceled classes due to inclement weather. However, if we are not able to reschedule or make up the class, refunds will not be issued.

SWIM TEAM-PURVIS PARK PIRANHAS Do you love to swim and have fun? Consider joining the swim team.

Previous experience not required.

Season - Monday, June 5 thru Friday, July 28 (excludes July 4)

Residents Only: $30.00 per person/season

Separate checks for fee and uniform order

Registration: May 31 & June 1, 6:30 - 8:00pm and Sunday, June 4, Noon-1:00pm at pool

Girls & Boys Age Groups: 8 & under; 9-10; 11-12; 13-14; 15-18

Practice Times 7:30am - 8:30am ~ Monday - Friday

Requirements: Swimmers assessed first week of practice; must be able to swim one length of pool (25m) without stopping and fully participate in at least 40 minutes of practice; swimmers unable to meet requirements will be directed to Learn to Swim lessons.

Meets: Dates will be given at parent meeting, posted on swim team bulletin board and distributed via email. Parent Meeting: Wednesday, June 7, 7:00pm at the pool.

Parents are an important part of a swim team—information will be shared about ways you can support the team.

Uniform: All swim team gear optional, except cap is required for girls. Pre-paid orders for team suit, t-shirt, and caps taken during swim team sign-up. Goggles recommended for all.

Special Events

TBD ICE CREAM SOCIAL following first home meet.

TBD Candy Relay Meet

Tues, Aug 1: 6 - 8pm End of season cook-out and awards at park.

(potluck, hotdogs, salads, desserts and beverages)

Questions? Contact Kay Hawn, Swim Team Coordinator, at kmhawn@sbcglobal.net

2017 TENNIS LESSONS/TEAMS Purvis Park (7 courts), Cedar & Wrenford Roads

COURT HOURS May through September

8:00am - 9:00pm

REGISTRATION FOR LESSONS (RESIDENTS ONLY) Park Pavilion ~ Wed., May 31 & Thurs. June 1

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Fees paid at time of registration Sign-ups for both sessions available

Questions? Contact Melissa Canowitz, Recreation Director (lessons & teams)

at 440-442-5262, or Cat Stover (women’s team) at 216-496-2313.

Beginner Youth (ages 5-14)

One ten week Session

June 6 - August 8

5:00pm - 6:00pm Tues.& Thurs.

$25.00

Youth (ages 5-14)

Two five week Sessions

Session I - Monday, June 5 - July 7

Session II - Monday, July 10 - Aug. 9

Advanced: 9:00am - 10:00am (M-W-F)

Beginner: 10:00am - 11:00am (M-W-F)

11:00am - Noon (M-W-F)

$20.00 each session

Adults

One ten week Session

June 6 - August 8

6:30pm - 8:00pm Tues. & Thurs.

$40.00

No Lessons on July 4

Round Robin for Women

Begins June 14

6:00pm - 8:00pm Wed.

Youth Tennis Team

June 6 - August 8

1:00pm - 3:00pm Tues. & Thurs.

$30.00

Tennis Balls & Racquets

Required: Bring one can of tennis balls

and your racquet to each session.

40 person limit in each class

First come, first served basis

NEW THIS YEAR! PICKLE BALL COURTS

Equipment available at the pool office. ID required.

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES

University Heights Residents Only—No Camp Groups

Arts & Crafts in the Park

KIDS ONLY, ages 3 and up

June 13 - August 3

1:00pm - 3:00pm (Tues & Thurs)

Thursday, June 15

10:00am - Noon

at Purvis Park

Touch-a-Truck give kids

the opportunity to sit in the

drivers seat, and even honk the

horns of our city vehicles!

PURVIS PARK AMENITIES Pool & Tennis Courts, Toddler &

Children’s Playground Picnic Tables

& Benches Under Shelter, Outdoor

Grills, Concession Stand (open

during pool hours)

RESIDENTS ONLY NO PAVILION RESERVATIONS

NO PERMITS REQUIRED Two hour limit—Two table limit

First come, first served basis Not available for parties

KEEP PURVIS PARK CLEAN & BEAUTIFUL!

Use litter containers provided, please maintain grill safety and cleanliness

SUMMER BLOCK PARTIES

Contact City Hall at

info@universityheights.com

or 216-932-7800 x 205

BICYCLES IN THE PARK

Must have license

Bike racks available

Must have a lock/secured

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES University Heights and Neighboring Communities

SAFETY TOWN Registration:

Cleveland Heights City Hall

May 24, 6:00pm-7:30pm

Fee- $25.oo

Safety Town Location:

Cleveland Heights

Community Center

1 Monticello Boulevard

(216) 291-2323

YOUTH BASKETBALL

Sponsored by the City of Cleveland Heights & CH-UH School District

Indoor Summer Youth Basketball League

Separate age level leagues

June 12 - July 21: Grades K-12

Indoor Basketball Camp

June 5-9:- Grades 3-12

Call 216-691-7373 for more information

Family Movie Night

“The Secret Life of Pets”

At Community Park

Enjoy a free family movie shown

on 25 ft. inflatable screen. Bring

your blanket and lawn chairs.

Date: Thursday, June 22

Location: Community Park,

2301 Fenwick Rd. (off Silsby Rd.)

Time: Movie begins at dusk, 9pm

In the event of inclement weather,

movie will be rescheduled.

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES John Carroll University Quad - in front of the Library

Outdoor ~ Free

Thursday Evenings at 7:00pm

June 1 Northcoast Jazz Collective

June 8 Lost State of Franklin (Lively Mix of American Tunes)

June 15 WIXY 1260 Band (Music of the 60’s and 70’s)

July 6 University Heights Symphonic Band

July 13 The Benjaminz Band (Motown, R&B, Soul, Rock & Jazz)

July 20 Sloppy Joe Band (Classic Rock, Blues and R&B Hits)

July 27 University Heights Symphonic Band

August 3 Blue Lunch (Blues, Jump Swing, R&B, and Soul)

August 10 Yiddishe Cup (Jewish Folk & American Swing)

Bring your own chairs or blankets to sit

and enjoy great music! If weather is inclement,

concert will be held in the O’Malley Center at JCU.

CITY OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS

Application for 2017 Season Recreation Pass (Must be a resident of University Heights– no exceptions)

YOUTH (6-17) $30.00 GUEST PASS (5 admissions) $25.00

ADULT (18-61) $40.00 GUEST PASS (5 admissions) $50.00

SENIORS (62+) $15.00 LOST/STOLEN PASS $5.00

FAMILY RATE $125.00

SITTER/NANNY $40.00 (1 per family)

First Name Last Name Age School Name Gender

All family members who are residents of University Heights must be listed below

I understand that it is strictly forbidden for any non-resident to apply for a season pass. Illegal pass hold-ers will be caught and their passes will be revoked. Money will NOT be refunded.

I further understand that I am responsible for the behavior of any guest(s) I or my family bring to Purvis Park and Pool.

_________________________________________ _______________________________

Signature (print name)

_________________________________________________________________________________

Home Address Home Phone# Email address

__________________________________

EMERGENCY PHONE # - Required of Parent or Guardian

CHECKS/MONEY ORDERS MADE PAYABLE TO: CITY OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

Date Received: ________________ Employee name (print):________________________

Utility Bill:_____________ License: ____________ New Pool Member:_______ 2016 Sticker: ____________

Cash: _______ Check:_________ Receipt #:___________________

CITY OFFICIALS

Mayor Susan Infeld

Council Members:

Pamela Cameron

Phillip Ertel

Susan D. Pardee, Vice Mayor

John Rach

Steven Sims

Michele Weiss

Mark Wiseman

City of University Heights

2300 Warrensville Center Road

University Heights, Ohio 44118

(216) 932-7800 ~ www.universityheights.com

Produced by the Mayor and staff at City Hall

PRSRT STD

U.S. POSTAGE

PAID Cleveland, Ohio

Permit No. 2556 2300 Warrensville Center Road

University Heights. Ohio 44118

51st University Heights Memorial Day Parade Monday, May 29, 2017, beginning at 11:00am

Route: Silsby Road to South Belvoir to JCU

MEMORIAL CEREMONY

Special Tribute at noon in honor of our military at

John Carroll University

Free post-parade festivities at John Carroll University

Children’s Bounce House

Balloon Twisting Clown

Magician

Bubble Show

Pony Rides

Food for Purchase