Official Account of the City of Independence, OH Recreation & Community Services Departments.

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14 Apr 2021
Girl's Basketball Camp for Grades 3-6 - Saturday mornings, May 1, 8, 15, 22 - Registration now open! Details & sign up available here: independence.activityreg.com…
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24 Apr 2021
Slots still available for the May Girls' Basketball Camp - sign up today!
20 Apr 2021
We are still collecting responses for our Community Recreation Survey through the end of April - if you haven't taken a few minutes to fill it out, please do so at the link below. We appreciate your feedback! The survey is anonymous and voluntary.
2 Apr 2021
The Community Services and Recreation Departments are surveying Independence residents to find out what types of programming and facilities they would like the City to add or improve upon. Your opinion matters! Community Recreation Survey: surveymonkey.com/r/RR2GNT6
16 Apr 2021
Parents of children entering K- 4: Save the Date! Online registration for this year's Summer Playground opens May 5th at 7:00am. This registration along with all of our online program registrations will be available at independence.activityreg.com!
15 Apr 2021
NEW for 2021 - Summer Fitness Club! June 14 - July 30, 2021 This is a FREE program for residents Grades 1 - 12. For staffing and equipment purposes, we ask that you register in advance! See details below and sign up today: independence.activityreg.com…
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11 Apr 2021
The Hemlock Trail will be closed Monday, April 12th and Tuesday, April 13th from 7 am to 7 pm for tree maintenance. Please stay off the trail during this time to avoid falling trees and branches! Thank you for your cooperation.
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10 Apr 2021
Beautiful sights in Elmwood Park this weekend. Stop by and visit while everything is in bloom!
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7 Apr 2021
Parents - 2021 Little League registration comes to a close this Friday, April 9th! Don't miss out and register online now: independence.activityreg.com…
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9 Apr 2021
Today is the last day to register for Little League! Click the link above to register now.
6 Apr 2021
It’s nearly 80 degrees in Elmwood Park and the Press Box Concession is open for the first time this year! Act quick to get some of the best ice cream and popcorn around... 🍦🍿⚾️
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2 Apr 2021
Happy Holidays! 🐰 CIVIC CENTER RECREATION DEPT HOLIDAY HOURS Friday, April 2 - 6:00am - 5:00pm Saturday, April 3 - 8:00am - 4:00pm Easter Sunday, April 4 - CLOSED FIELDHOUSE HOLIDAY HOURS Friday, April 2 - 9:00am - 12:00pm Saturday, April 3 - CLOSED Sunday, April 4 - CLOSED
2 Apr 2021
The Community Services and Recreation Departments are surveying Independence residents to find out what types of programming and facilities they would like the City to add or improve upon. Your opinion matters! Community Recreation Survey: surveymonkey.com/r/RR2GNT6
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2 Apr 2021
The survey is anonymous and voluntary. Residents can take the survey online OR pick up a paper copy at the Civic Center. The survey will be open from April 1 - 30, 2021.
3 Mar 2021
2021 Little League & Kick Start to T-Ball registration is now open! Review the details & guidelines below and register online today: Little League: independence.activityreg.com… Kickstart To T-Ball: independence.activityreg.com…
23 Feb 2021
Elmwood Pond is officially CLOSED for Ice Skating due to warmer temperatures. We were glad to see so many of you out and enjoying the pond this year - thanks to everyone who safely shared the space so our youth could enjoy some wintertime fun! ❄️⛸🏒
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19 Feb 2021
Elmwood Pond is still open for skating - cold temps should keep it frozen through the weekend (& hopefully through next week... fingers crossed!) We have also installed a fire pit for you to keep warm (feel free to bring S'mores supplies as well)! Grab your skates & head on down!
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19 Feb 2021
For anyone planning to use the pond while our temperatures stay low and conditions permit: ⛸ Always check for the green “Ice Safe for Skating” signs posted around the pond. ⛸ Skate at your own risk & respect other people using the pond - keep your distance. (2/3)
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19 Feb 2021
⛸ If green signs are not posted, then the ice is no longer safe for skating. We will be posting updates here & on our Facebook page. ⛸ Restrooms are available at the Outdoor Pool bldg along with the Pressbox during park hours. ❄️ Stay safe & happy skating Independence! ❄️ (3/3)
11 Feb 2021
We are happy to announce that as of 2:00pm Thursday 2/11, the Elmwood Pond is OPEN for Ice Skating! For anyone planning to use the pond while our temperatures stay low and conditions permit: ⛸ Always check for the green “Ice Safe for Skating” signs posted around the pond. (1/2)
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11 Feb 2021
⛸ Skate at your own risk & respect other people using the pond - keep your distance. ⛸ If green signs are not posted, then the ice is no longer safe for skating. We will be posting updates here and on our Facebook page as well. ❄️ Stay safe and happy skating Independence! ❄️