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Don’t let the kids have all the fun this Halloween! Grab your “boo” and join us to decorate and take home your very own creepy cottage. Come dressed in your best costume and treat yourself to some spooky snacks and drinks!
Saturday, October 26, from 4 PM - 6 PM
Register online or call 216.524.7373.
https://independence.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t2.wcs
Come up to the Indy Farmers Market today between 9 AM and 1 PM!
Java Momma with Sally Valenti - Coffee, Tea & Cocoa will be providing coffee! Today's coffee is “Oh, my Gourd Becky!” Enjoy an 8 oz. Cup (black or bougie) for a $3.00 donation to I.H.S. Music Boosters.
The Honeyest One
Luther's Farm Market
Ken's Woodworking
Cecilia's Sweet Delights
Make your health and wellness a priority! Participate in this year’s activities and take steps towards a healthier lifestyle. Featuring:
• Resources for healthy living
• Blood pressure screenings
• Stroke risk assessments
• Glucose (non-fasting) screenings
• Raffle Prizes (free entry for all attendees)
• And more!
Cool off in September at the Splash Pad. The Splash Pad is open 10am-8pm everyday weather permitting. Current Civic Center or Pool membership is needed - scan your membership card at the gate.
Save the Date for this year’s Fall Fest & Clambake! September 29 from 12 PM to 4 PM.
https://www.independenceohio.org/departments/community_services/fall_fest___clambake.php
Order your clambakes NOW online at www.independenceohio.org or call 216.524.7373.
Vendors for Sunday, September 1:
- 3 Paws and A Tail Bakery
- Cecilia's Sweet Delights
- Gretchen's Bakery
- The Honeyest One
- Luther's Farm Market
Another hot day means the activity pool will be open from Noon-4pm. Make sure to stop by the Outdoor Pool and cool off! 🤿 The main pool will be open until 8pm today.
2025 Rentals may be booked starting next week!
Parks & Recreation facilities may be booked starting Tuesday,
September 3 at 7 AM
• Pavilions, Parks & Rec Rooms, Tents, Tables & Chairs
https://www.independenceohio.org/departments/recreation/facility_information/index.php
Community Services facilities may be booked starting Tuesday,
September 3 at 9 AM
• Civic Center Rooms, Town Hall
https://www.independenceohio.org/departments/community_services/facility_rentals.php
We have a new tennis coach - the high school tennis coach! 🎾 Make sure to sign up for the Fall tennis lessons by calling the Civic Center at 216-524-3262 or by visiting www.IndependenceOhio.org
The 18th Annual Fall Fest & Clambake is Sunday, September 29! Don't forget to order your clambakes! Dine in at the Kiwanis Pavilion or take out to enjoy at home.
https://independence.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t2.wcs
Hemlock Trail will be closed Wednesday, September 4th for asphalt surfacing maintenance. The trail will reopen on September 5th. Thank you!
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Great news: we were able to round-up enough staff to work at the Outdoor Pool today. 🏊 Come out and enjoy this hot weather!☀️ The Activity Pool will be open starting at noon.
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Calling all Independence bakers! Do you have a special, prize-worthy pie recipe you'd like to showcase? Sign up for our new Pie Baking Contest at Fall Fest!
https://independence.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t2.wcs
NEW!
Independence Community Services is offering two new art classes lead by professional artist Sue Quinones. Join us for “Introduction to Watercolor” on Monday evenings starting September 9 through October 14 and “Zentangles, Zoodles, and More!” on Wednesday evenings starting September 11 through October 16.
Register online at www.independenceohio.org or call 216.524.7373!
Remember to sign up for Youth Kickball! Games are played every Wednesday night on Diamond 3 from 5-8pm. Sign up online at www.IndependenceOhio.org or by calling the Civic Center at 216-524-3262.
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There is still time to sign up for the Cleveland Flats Outing on Friday, September 27!
The East Bank of the Flats is Cleveland’s Premier Dining District. On the East Bank, restaurants with backyard games wind around Front Street and Old River Road along the boardwalk. Tasty food, friendly conversations, and stunning views light up the East Bank every night. You decide on which dining experience you and your friends would like to enjoy.
The bus departs at 6 PM and returns around 10:30 PM. Pay on your own for dinner and activities. There is a $15 registration fee that will be refunded after you attend the trip.
Sign up now! https://independence.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t2.wcs
MEDICARE 101 CLASSES
Tuesday, August 20, 6 – 7 PM or Wednesday, August 21, 1 – 2 PM
Civic Center
• Residents & Residents’ Guests: FREE
Join us for a free educational class on Medicare given by Barb Bandagski from My Medicare Network. Discussion will include: Medicare eligibility and enrollment, benefits of Medicare A, B, C, and D and differences between Medicare Supplemental Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans. If you are turning 65 within a few months, coming off a group plan, or retiring, this is perfect for you!
Registration required! Call 216.524.7373 or sign up online.
https://independence.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t2.wcs
Registration Deadlines: August 19 & August 20
The power is back on at the Outdoor Pool!
The Splash Pad is open now until 9:00pm. Go cool off this afternoon at the Splash Pad! Please swipe your pass at the Splash Pad Gate closest to the Parking lot to get access.
For the pools - we are filtering, chlorinating, and getting the rest of the storm clean-up done today and all outdoor pool facilities will be open Friday, August 8.
Pool Schedule Friday:
Adult Swim is from 6:00am-12:00pm in the Lap Pool, then Open Swim 12-8pm.
The Activity Pool & Splash Pad will be open 11:00am-8:00pm.
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Save the Date for the annual Fall Fest & Clambake next month and order your clambakes TODAY! https://independence.activityreg.com/clientpage_t2.wcs
The outdoor pool will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, August 8 due to the power outage. We will continue to post updates each day.
A reminder to Residents who are without power: The Civic Center is available if you need power and/or showers with warm water. The hours today are 6 AM - 9 PM.
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The Outdoor Pool is closed due to no power 🪫We will keep everyone updated once power is restored.
Animal Control Officer Judy saved a duck today that was tangled in fishing line at Elmwood Pond. Please be respectful of our Park and Pond when visiting by throwing away your litter and fishing line. 🎣🦆
Register now! https://independence.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t2.wcs
IPD will host a Senior Self-Defense course and a Female Self-Defense course on Thursday, September 5th. Both classes will take place at the Civic Center. These classes are free and for residents only. This class is appropriate for first-time participants and those who attended last year. New topics will be discussed, and there will be an optional hands-on section.
SIGN-UP IS AT THE CIVIC CENTER TODAY! Questions can be answered at the Civic Center or at our police department.
Today is the last day to sign up for the Adult Kickball League. Even if you are a solo player, you can join! Sign up by visiting www.IndependenceOhio.org or by calling the Civic Center at 216-524-3262.
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Celebrate National Farmers Market Week by visiting the market on Town Square Sunday, August 4, 9 AM - 1 PM!
Bring your candy bag and watch the annual Home Days Parade through Elmwood Park at noon! The parade features marching bands, dance troupes, local clubs and businesses, elected officials, stilt walkers, special characters, unicyclers, music, and so much more!
Note: Selig Road will be closed at 11:30 AM.
Parking info: https://www.independenceohio.org/home_days/index.php
Middle and High School lots can be accessed via Vinyard.
6363 Selig Boulevard
Independence, OH
44131
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| Saturday | 8am - 4pm |
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Cool off in September at the Splash Pad. The Splash Pad is open 10am-8pm everyday weather permitting. Current Civic Center or Pool membership is needed - scan your membership card at the gate.
Today is a great day to cool off at the Splash Pad! Pass holders can stop by and enjoy the water with friends and family 🌊
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ATTENTION: Elmwood Pond has been cleared off for ice skating as of Friday afternoon! Temperatures are warming up soon, so it will only be open for a limited time - brush off your skates and head on down! ☃️⛸🏒
Garage sale is in full swing! Come on down to the Fieldhouse!
The kids are having a blast on our new Liberty Playground equipment. Thanks to everyone who came out to our “ribbon-cutting” this afternoon and thanks to all of our city workers who did a stellar job bringing this project to life. Stop by and check out the new playground anytime, and let us know what your favorite part is!
The pool has been filled and the season is almost here! T-minus 9 days and counting...
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