Note from the Director

Hello Shaker Community!

I hope you have been able to stay warm during this VERY frigid winter. I know I speak for all the Shaker Heights Recreation team in saying we are looking forward to warmer weather and all the activities that come with it!

As we prepare for our spring and summer programs, our upcoming program catalog is heading to print and will be in your mailbox soon. Until then, you can browse the winter catalog HERE for info about current programs and summer camps. Also, pool pass sales begin today!

Until the colder temperatures subside, be safe and warm. Remember, sunny days are ahead, we look forward to seeing you soon!

John Doyle
Recreation Director

Recreation Programming

Thornton Park Pool Passes

Get ready for summer fun! 2026 season pool passes for Thornton Park Pool are officially available! Don't miss out on unlimited access to all the splash-tastic fun this season. Season pool pass holders receive unlimited access to open swim and lap swim, unlimited Water Aerobics and Poolside Yoga classes, discounted group swim lesson fees, and free admission to all pool special events (excluding Doggie Dip). Early Bird pool pass pricing will be available for Shaker Heights residents through March 12. More information about the Thornton Park Pool can be found in our Winter 2026 recreation catalog.

Summer Camp Registration

Summer will be here before we know it, and registration is open now for both Shaker Heights residents and non-residents for all Shaker Heights Recreation Department summer camps! Browse the summer camps section of our Winter 2026 recreation catalog and learn more about all of our offerings including day camps, enrichment camps, and sports camps. This summer we will be offering Camp Discovery (for grades K-2) and Camp Explore (for grades 3-5). We will also be offering band camp, theatre camp, Safety Town, and a variety of sports camps including tennis, basketball, flag football, baseball, track, wrestling, and volleyball. Register now to take advantage of our early bird discount. Shaker Heights residents will receive a $20 discount per week of camp (for full day camps only) for all camp registrations that occur on or before April 22. You can register online here or by calling our Front Office at 216-491-1295. In person registration is also available during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm) at the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building and Thornton Park Ice Arena.

Permits for Parades/Races and Special Events

Are you planning a special event on public property in Shaker Heights this upcoming spring or summer? The Recreation Department approves many applications every year for events including races and fun runs, events held by Shaker organizations and businesses, and activities from neighborhood organizations in our parks. For more information, please visit our Parades/Races & Special Events page and review our applications for both Parades/Races and Special Events. Additional questions can be directed to Alexis Abraham, Community Events Coordinator, at alexis.abraham@shakerheightsoh.gov. Starting the planning process well in advance of your proposed event date is highly encouraged – don’t hesitate and begin today!

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