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March 2023

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New Gas Aggregation Rate


Effective April 1, the rate for the City’s natural gas aggregation program will rise to $4.56 per MCF. This new rate will be in effect through March 2025. In February, opt-out letters were mailed to residents participating in the natural gas aggregation program. Those who wish to remain in the program should do nothing (just recycle the letter); residents who wish to opt out should follow the instructions in the letter. Learn more.

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Take the Van Aken Bikeway Survey


Do you regularly walk or ride your bike from the Van Aken District to the City's western neighborhoods? Would you like to? Then we'd love your feedback as we work to create the Van Aken Bikeway. Survey closes Wednesday, March 1. Learn more about the Van Aken Bikeway Plan.




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Photo Contest Starts March 24


The Shaker Heights Landmark Commission seeks submissions for its 10th annual Preservation Month Photo Contest. The biennial contest was created in honor of National Preservation Month, which is celebrated each May by preservation organizations across the country. The community is invited to submit photos showing what makes Shaker "Shaker." Submit photos on Instagram using the hashtag #PreserveSH23 through May 31. Learn more.

2023 Utility Box Design Competition

Call for Artists: Help Paint the Town


The Shaker Heights Arts Council (SHAC) seeks artists to submit designs for its Paint the Town utility box competition. Artists must be at least 21 years or older and live or work in Shaker Heights. Applicants who reside in the Shaker Heights School District or are a member of the Shaker Arts Council also are eligible. Application deadline is April 10 at 5 pm. Learn more.

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SHPD Requests Public Feedback


The Shaker Heights Police Department will be assessed by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) as part of the re-accreditation process. The SHPD has been accredited by CALEA since 1989. As part of the re-accreditation process, the public is invited to submit comments on SHPD’s compliance with CALEA standards, service delivery, community engagement, and overall candidacy for accredited status. Learn more.

Great Small Businesses in Shaker


Small businesses add to the vitality of our city. Learn how the City has helped businesses such as Master Marr's Taekwon-do, Gentlemen's Cave Luxury Barber Lounge, and J Pistone One World Market & Cafe flourish.

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Reminders

Tree maintenance season underway

It's Tree Maintenance Season


Regular maintenance helps our City’s street trees grow well and stay healthy. Now through March, crews will be performing a variety of maintenance activities across the City. This includes trimming young trees and pruning dead wood/damaged limbs from mature trees. Learn more

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Keep Up with Construction


Construction season gets underway in March. Keep up with roadwork, utility upgrades, and other work to the public infrastructure at Construction Zone on the City's website.

Recreation News

Spring/Summer 2023 Rec Catalog

Register for Spring/Summer Recreation Programs & Pool Passes


The Spring/Summer 2023 Recreation Catalog is now available and registration for all spring and summer programs and summer camps is open! Many camps are filling up quickly, so please don’t delay in registering. Thornton Park Pool passes are also on sale now and early bird pricing is available through April 4. Registration is available in person, by phone, or online through the online registration system. 

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@shakeronline_highlights: Vacant Lot Program

Vacant Lot Program


The City's website is filled with helpful information!


There are many City-owned, as well as privately-owned, vacant lots where you may be able to build your dream home or expand your existing home.


Events

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Hands-on Plaster Repair Workshops

Wednesday, March 1 and Thursday, March 2, 7-9 pm

Learn the basics of plaster repair during the Home Repair Resource Center's two-day workshop. Using model walls, you'll be repairing cracked, chipped and sagging plaster; work with joint compound "mud" and putty knives to add new coats of plaster, and more. Fee: $40. Please register. Shaker residents receive a 25 percent discount.


Location: Home Repair Resource Center (2250 Noble Rd.)

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Heritage Home Program Webinars

Wednesdays, March 1 and 8 at 6 pm

The Cleveland Restoration Society will host two free virtual sessions in March. Please register

  • March 1 at 6 pm: Historic Districts 101
  • March 8 at 6 pm: Maintaining Your Home's Exterior
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North Union Farmers Market at VAD

Saturdays, March 4-25, 9 am-12 pm

Join the North Union Farmers Market at The Van Aken District’s Market Hall every Saturday in March to shop for local produce, baked goods and more. 


Location: Van Aken District Market Hall (3401 Tuttle Rd.)

Backyard composting seminar

Backyard Composting Seminar

Tuesday, March 7, 12-1 pm

Get the dirt on backyard composting during an online webinar presented by Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District. Learn the science of composting and receive how-to-compost instruction. Free, and open to the public. Please register.



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Community Dance Workshops

Fridays, March 10 and 24, 7-9 pm

Join the Cleveland Dance Movement and Verb Ballets for a series of dance workshops featuring local choreographers. $10 per class; all dance levels welcome. 

  • March 10: Afro Fusion with Ron'dale Simpson
  • March 24: Contemporary with Nehemiah Spencer. 

Location: Verb Ballets (3558 Lee Rd.)

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Shaker Historical Society Speaker Series


The Shaker Historical Society presents two intriguing discussions on the lives and beliefs of North Union Shakers. 


March 12 at 2 pm: Dr. Katherine Ranum will discuss 'The Afterlife of Cemeteries: Understanding the Shakers, the Victorians and American Death Culture.' At Shaker Heights Main Library. Please register.


March 23 at 6 pm: Dr. Rodney Hessinger will discuss 'Shaking Your Filthy Tail: Religious Rivalry and Shaker Identity in the Early American Republic.'  At Shaker Historical Society, 16740 South Park Blvd.No registration necessary.

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Community Conversation about DEI

Thursday, March 16

Please save the date of Thursday evening, March 16, for the next Community Conversation about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Shaker Heights. Sponsored by the City's DEI Committee. Watch the City's website and social media platforms for time and location. All are welcome!  

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Chat with the Mayor March 25

Saturday, March 25 from 11 am-12 pm

Residents are invited to drop by the Cafe at the Shaker Main Library Saturday, March 25 from 11 am-12 pm to chat with Mayor David Weiss. There's 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. All are welcome!

Save the Date

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April Recycling Events


Just in time for spring cleaning, the City is offering a number of recycling events in April. All events take place at the City's Service Center (15600 Chagrin Blvd.).

  • Computer, Electronics & Small Appliances Roundup: 8 am-4 pm, April 15-16 & 22-23
  • Community Shredding: 9 am-1 pm, April 15
  • Household Hazardous Waste Roundup: 8 am-4 pm, April 29-30
  • Electric Lawn Mower Rebate: 9 am-4 pm, April 29-30

Check out the recycling events page for more information (e.g. what's accepted).

In the News

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  • First Look: 1899 Golf and Social Club, Opening Soon in Shaker Heights
  • Shaker Heights Mayor David Weiss serves up 'full plate' in State of the City address
  • In a crowded taco field, Paloma is doing it differently and better
  • Ninja City opening at Van Aken District Market Hall, Domo Yakatori and Sushi departs
  • Scorpacciata Italian restaurant to open in former Larchmere Tavern spot
  • Lee Road Action Plan heads to Shaker Heights council for formal approval

From the Schools

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Below find important school-related updates. Sign up for the Shaker Schools weekly enews.

A Night for the Red and White is March 18

A Night for the Red & White: A Benefit for Shaker Schools is just weeks away! The event will spotlight the Raider Reps as greeters at the check-in tables, and the marching band’s drumline will lead the procession. There will also be performances by the String & Vocal Ensembles, as well as a K-12 art show. Event tickets and raffle tickets are now available. 


High School Hall of Fame Alumni Nominations Open

Know of a deserving alum who should be nominated for the 2023 Shaker Schools Alumni Hall of Fame? Anyone may nominate a Shaker alumni for this honor. Nominations will be accepted online through April 3.


Shaker Theater Arts Department Presents 'The Spongebob Musical' 

This collaboration featuring songs from a variety of artists including Jonathon Coulton, Sara Bareilles, John Legend and Panic! At the Disco. Showtimes are Thursday, March 16 and Friday, March 17 at 7 pm and a matinee performance on Saturday, March 18 at 2 pm, in the Large Auditorium at Shaker Heights High School. Purchase tickets.

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