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Shaker Heights Appoints New Police ChiefMayor David E. Weiss announced the appointment of Wayne D. Hudson as the next chief of police for the City of Shaker Heights. Hudson comes to Shaker from Douglas County, Nebraska, where he serves as chief deputy sheriff. His appointment in Shaker takes effect on January 9. Read more.
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Reminder: Bertram Woods Branch Closing for RenovationThe Bertram Woods branch of the Shaker Heights Public Library will be closed for renovation beginning January 3, and will remain closed until the renovation is completed. A mid-October 2023 re-opening is anticipated; however, long lead times for material or other issues could cause delays. Learn more.
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Celebrate MLK Day in ShakerCelebrate the life and contributions of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Thursday, January 12, 6:30 pm: Reflect with the Rev. Dr. Otis Moss at Shaker High School Auditorium (15600 Aldersyde) Sunday, January 15, 3-5 pm: Dialogue on the theme: Dr. King's Beloved Community: Opportunities & Challenges for Shaker Heights Moving Forward Together at Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building (3450 Lee Rd.) Monday, January 16, 12-2 pm: Drive-through Donation Day at Shaker Heights Middle School (20600 Shaker Blvd.) Get more details. All are welcome to these community events, brought to you by Shaker Schools, the City of Shaker Heights and the Shaker Library.
Also, on Monday, January 16, 10-11 am, join the East View United Church of Christ for their 33rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Awards Program. Continental breakfast follows, 11am to noon. Call 216-921-7673 for more information.
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Skate Outdoors this Winter
Take advantage of free ice skating practically in your own front yard.
The City annually floods three pocket parks to create rinks for our residents use. Locations: corner of Fernway & Warrington, Southington & Woodbury, and Ashwood & Onaway. Bring your own skates (and hot chocolate!). Get location information.
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Van Aken District Phase 2
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Gilbane Construction installed a tower crane at the site for phase two of The Van Aken District, the new apartment building under construction at the northwest corner of Farnsleigh Rd. and Van Aken Blvd. This tower crane is approximately 250 feet tall and will be in place through fall 2023. Note that during off hours, the crane will not be locked in place and will turn with the wind. This is called weathervaning and is a safe and common practice with tower cranes. In fact, it is not uncommon to see a tower crane weathervaning 360 degrees, especially during heavy winds. Learn more about Phase 2, including construction updates. |
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At A Glance: 2023 Recycling Events Mark your calendars for our 2023 recycling events! All events take place at the City's Service Center (15600 Chagrin Blvd.). - Computer, Electronics & Small Appliances Roundup: 8 am-4 pm, January 7-8; April 15-16 & 22-23; August 5-6 & 12-13
- Community Shredding: 9 am-1 pm, April 15 and October 21
- Household Hazardous Waste Roundup: 8 am-4 pm, April 29-30, May 6-7, September 9-10 & 16-17
- Habitat for Humanity Restore Collection: 9 am-1 pm, August 26
Check out our Recycling Events page for additional information (e.g. what's accepted).
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Holiday Schedule for City ServicesReminder: City administrative offices will be closed January 2. This includes the front desk of Thornton Park and the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building. Click here for a complete list of holiday hours for December 31-January 2. Trash Delays for January- Week of January 2: Monday to Friday pick-ups delayed by one day
- Week of January 16 (MLK Day): Monday to Friday pick-ups delayed by one day
View the Holiday Trash Schedule
P.S. Please place trees, wreaths and garland on the tree lawn for recycling. No bags, no metal.
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Winter Fire SafetyThe Shaker Heights Professional Firefighters urge residents to review the following safety tips for use of space heaters. Also, please take a look to make sure CO and smoke detectors are working, plus: - Check the heater's cord, if it is frayed, don't use it. Frayed cords may spark and start a fire.
- Plug your heater into the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord with space heaters.
- Keep your space heaters at least 3 feet from anything that can burn.
Smoke Detectors AvailableIf you need a smoke detector, call the Shaker Heights Fire Department at 216-491-1200 and leave a message in the general mailbox. A firefighter will get back to you to arrange drop off. No charge. They will even help you install it. Smoke detectors save lives.
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Snow Parking BanWinter in Shaker Heights means snow, sometimes lots of snow.
Remember, there is no parking on residential streets when snow accumulation exceeds two inches. This enables our plows to clear the streets effectively and efficiently. Learn more.
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Ashley Stewart, Bank of America Among New Businesses in ShakerA ribbon cutting ceremony was held recently for the relocation of the women’s apparel outlet, Ashley Stewart, from Lee-Harvard Shopping Center to Shaker Towne Center. Other businesses new to Shaker are Bank of America (16450 Chagrin) and 216 Beauty Studio, (3437 Lee Road), in the Kingsbury Building.
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Browse the Winter 2023 Rec Catalog
The Recreation Department’s Winter 2023 Recreation Catalog is now available and registration is open for all winter programs. Summer camp registration and pool pass sales for Summer 2023 will begin on Wednesday, January 4. Registration will be available in person, by phone, or online through online registration.
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Shaker Heights Zoom BackgroundsThe City's website is filled with helpful information! Show off your community pride at your next Zoom meeting with a beautiful Shaker Heights scene as your background. We’ve picked some of our favorites and sized them for Zoom; all are past winners of the Landmark Commission’s Preservation Month Photo Contest.
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Home Buyer Education WorkshopsWednesdays, January 4-25 6-8 pm Join the Home Repair Resource Center for a virtual, in-depth series geared towards prospective home buyers, and covering mortgages, refinancing, down payment costs, insurance, improving credit, and much more. Free. Please register.
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'From Hough to Ludlow' Civil Rights Trail Event at Maltz MuseumWednesday, January 11
7-8 pm
Join the Cleveland Restoration Society at the Maltz Museum for a program exploring the Cleveland Civil Rights Trail. In advance of MLK Day, learn about the early grassroots organizing efforts by civil rights leaders who helped reshape our city and about the civil rights trail that documents their path. $10 General & $5 Museum members as well as those connected to The Trail. Details.
Location: Maltz Museum (2929 Richmond Road)
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Chat With the Mayor January 21Saturday January 21 11 am-12 pm
Residents are invited to drop by the cafe on the first floor of the Shaker Heights Public Library Main Branch to chat with Mayor Weiss. There is no set agenda for this drop-in event, so come talk about a City project, a neighborhood issue, or whatever else is on your mind.
Location: Shaker Heights Main Library (16500 Van Aken Blvd.)
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State of the City ForumThursday, January 26 7-8:30 pm Attend in-person at the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building or view the livestream on YouTube. Mayor Weiss will make a presentation then open the floor to questions from the in-person and online audiences. Sponsored by Shaker Heights League of Women Voters.
Location: Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building (3450 Lee Rd.)
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NEO Master Rain Gardener ProgramMondays, January 30-March 6, 2023 Chagrin River Watershed Partners has opened registration for the Northeast Ohio Master Rain Gardener program, a course consisting of 5 classes over a 6-week period that will teach residents and landscapers how to design, install, and maintain residential rain gardens.
Get more details.
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Pancake Breakfast with the BirdsSaturday, February 25 8 am-12 pm Join the Nature Center and the Rotary Club of Shaker Heights for a homemade pancake breakfast with the birds! Learn about the habits and habitats of birds, enjoy a craft at the front desk, take a guided nature hike and meet live birds. Purchase tickets online, in person, or from any Rotarian. $10 adults; $5 children ages 4–10; no charge for ages 3 and under. Stroller and wheelchair friendly.
Location: Nature Center at Shaker Lakes (2600 South Park Blvd.)
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January School ScheduleClasses for staff and students resume on Thursday, January 5. There is no school for students on Friday, January 13 due to a professional/clerical day and schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 16 in observance of the MLK holiday.
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Give A Shaker Life Gift Subscription
Give the gift of Shaker to out-of-town friends and family by purchasing a subscription to the quarterly magazine, Shaker Life. A one-year subscription is $21. For questions call Kim Golem at 216-491-1419.Note: Shaker residents receive a complimentary copy of the magazine each quarter. If you haven't received your copy, contact us at the phone number listed above. |
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Shaker Heights YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the City's YouTube Channel to watch our series of #Shaker365 videos, featuring some of the people, places and things that showcase the Shaker community. You may also view our ongoing series of Mayor's Report videos, and more. Take a look, and subscribe!
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Recycling in Shaker HeightsONLY the following items belong in your recycling bucket: - Plastic bottles, tubs & jugs
- Metal & aluminum cans
- Cartons
- Cups—Aluminum cups and some paper/plastic cups (i.e. NO hot beverage cups; NO plastic "party" cups).
- Glass bottles & jars
- Paper & cardboard
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