NORTH ROYALTON, Ohio - The City of North Royalton and North Royalton City Schools are excited to announce the reopening of the tennis courts on July 4. During a beautiful holiday weekend, North Royalton residents happily christened the newly improved courts.
The new playing fields were filled with young student players, serious adult players and families teaching their children how to play. The warm weather also drew families to the splash pad to cool off after energetic tennis matches.
“It took a bit longer than we had hoped, but the final product is a much-improved playing surface for our students and residents of all ages, who regularly enjoy our tennis, basketball and pickleball courts. Pickleball has become a popular sport, and we are happy to offer two additional courts for our community to use. This project is just another shining example of the great relationship we enjoy with the School District. We are so fortunate to have a willing partner in our School District to accomplish many of the endeavors we invest in, together, for our residents,” Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz said.
Besides upgrading the tennis courts, North Royalton has added two pickleball courts for the community to use.North Royalton Police Department
In early March, the City, in conjunction with the School District, began replacing Memorial Park’s six tennis courts. The City also added two new pickleball courts, replaced a full basketball court, and upgraded fencing, lighting, and curbing.
School Superintendent Michael Laub added, “When the City and schools work together, everyone benefits! I appreciate the continued partnership we share with the City and the open communication from the Mayor. I am looking forward to our girls’ and boys’ tennis teams having a great place to compete and showcase their talents. Our goal is, and will continue to be, to provide the best experiences we can for our students in every program and activity we offer.”
The Mayor has been dedicated to improving the Memorial Park Complex, viewing it as an invaluable community amenity. Over the past four years, he has added a state-of-the-art splash pad for youngsters and a shade structure, completely rebuilt the nearby pavilion, extended the asphalt trail to loop the Memorial Park Pond, and fully reconstructed the bridge.
“It’s a focal point in our community, a gathering place for families and students, so we want it to shine to its fullest potential,” Antoskiewicz said.
Strongsville military history: Join David Maloney, co-curator of the Strongsville Historical Society’s new military exhibit, will present Strongsville Ties to Our Nation’s Military History on Tues., July 16 at the Strongsville Branch Library, 18700 Westwood Dr.
You will learn about the military history exhibit located in the Ebenezer Pomeroy House at the Strongsville Historic Village.
There will be a discussion on how the military history exhibit was assembled, including the research process undertaken to uncover and present the history of our veterans and American military conflict, and provide an in-depth look at the stories behind some of the artifacts and veteran possessions on display. There will be a question-and-answer period, and a sneak peek at future artifacts coming to our display.
The Strongsville Historical Village is available for tours every Wednesday throughout the summer.Check-in times are: 10 a.m. and noon. No reservations are needed.
Don’t forget about the Strongsville memorabilia sold in the Olds General Store in the Historic Village where you can buy pottery, aprons, sweatshirts, afghans, vintage Deganhart glass, postcards and note cards, Strongsville Family history books, etc.These items make wonderful gifts. Visit during Village hours or call the Village number at 440-572-0057 to make an appointment with the Store Proprietors.
The Strongsville Historical Society and Village invites you to become a member.Various membership levels are available. Learn more about the Strongsville Historical Society by going towww.strongsvillehistoricalsociety.org and Facebook.
Community band: The Olympics are coming to Paris, and you can experience the excitement on Friday, July 12, as the Strongsville Community Band plays, “A Salute to the Olympics, “with special guest conductor, Dr. Brendan Caldwell, professor of conducting, director of wind ensembles, and chair of instrumental studies at the Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Performing Arts.
And that’s not all. A special soloist, Abby Maher, a recent Strongsville High School graduate, will be performing the Artie Shaw Concerto for Clarinet
The concert will take place on the front lawn of the Strongsville Middle School at 13200 Pearl Rd. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a summer evening with family and friends.
Note: In the event of rain, all outdoor concerts will be moved to the Ehrnfelt Senior Center in the Strongsville Recreation Center located at 18100 Royalton Rd., Strongsville.
African music: The Music Box is thrilled to announce an extraordinary evening with the sensational Zimbabwean band Mokoomba on Fri., July 12. This highly anticipated performance promises to be a cultural celebration filled with vibrant music and dance.
In the African township of Mosi-oa-Tunya (Victoria Falls) very Sunday, the grounds of an old local beer hall come alive with the sounds of traditional music. It is here that Mokoomba, a group of six talented young musicians, honed their craft and developed their unique sound. Their music is a fusion of traditional pan-African rhythms with elements of Ska, Soukous, Rap, and Afro-Cuban influences, creating a sound that is both modern and deeply rooted in Zimbabwe’s cultural heritage.
Mokoomba’s journey from the vibrant musical scenes of Africa to Cleveland is a testament to their dedication and talent. They have gained international acclaim for their infectious Afro grooves and captivating performances. Now, Cleveland has the chance to experience their dynamic energy live.
Support for diverse programming like this is crucial. The Music Box encourages music lovers to show their interest by purchasing tickets in advance, priced at just $18. Your support not only helps bring world-class talent to Cleveland but also enriches the local cultural scene.
On Friday, July 12, experience an unforgettable evening of celebratory African music. Secure your tickets by going to
https://musicboxcle.com/event/mokoomba-july12/. Doors open at 6 p.m. with showtime at 8 p.m. Table reservations are required. The Music Box is located at 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland.
Fiber arts show: The 21st annual Peninsula Art Academy Fiber Arts Show presents emerging and established artists. This juried show highlights works in any medium that contains or speaks to fiber.
There will be a free opening reception on Saturday, July 13, from 4-7 pm. Everyone is welcome. Go to https://www.peninsulaartacademy.org/newsfor all the details.
The exhibit will run July 13 – Aug. 18. The gallery is open Thursday, 12 to 3 p.m., Friday– Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Peninsula Art Academy is located at 1600 Mill St.. W, Peninsula, www.peninsulaartacademy.org.
Wreaths Across America: On Saturday., Dec. 14, 2024, a wreath will be reverently placed at the resting place of over 400 veterans in the North Royalton City Cemetery. You are invited to participate by sponsoring a wreath. When you sponsor a wreath, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the North Royalton Historical Society.
“REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.”
For more information, go to www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/OH0432P.
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