Friday, June 13, 2025

Djapo and Cleveland Heights present Juneteenth Culture Fest this Saturday, 6/14

Djapo Cultural Arts and City of Cleveland Heights present Juneteenth Culture Fest 6/14

Forget your cares awhile and join the Juneteenth Culture Fest, a life-affirming celebration of liberation and joy on Saturday, June 14, 11 am - 6 pm at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights. Juneteenth celebrates Black culture on the 159th anniversary of the abolition of slavery in the U.S. by delivering a diverse line up of international and local artists, art making, free dance and drum workshops, family friendly crafts like mask and drum making, storytelling, spoken word, live music, cooking demonstrations and more, curated by Djapo Cultural Arts. Spend the day immersed in Cleveland Heights' vibrant arts and culture scene with more than 50 vendors, food trucks, desserts and beverages and a plethora of free concerts and activities for the whole community. Free and open to the public, no ticket necessary.

Juneteenth concert: A global celebration lands in Cleveland Heights Saturday night

After the fun and cultural happenings during the day, stick around for the Juneteenth main stage event in the evening Saturday, June 14 featuring an electrifying line up of African dance and music from Senegal, Mali, Guinea, and the diaspora. Be part of an evening of reflection, remembrance, community and celebration -- honoring freedom through extraordinary rhythm & movement. Doors open at 7:30 pm; Showtime at 8:00 pm. On the Evans Amphitheater stage. Tickets: $25 Amphitheater; $15 Lawn; and $100 VIP (includes a pre-show reception, reserved seating, a swag bag and recognition in the program). Purchase tickets.

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Cumberland Pool on schedule to reopen Monday, June 16

Repairs to Cumberland Pool are on schedule, and that means the pool's reopening is on track for Monday, June 16! Repairs were complete this week and the pool is being filled with water. The City thanks residents for their patience and extends gratitude to City of Shaker Heights and CH-UH School District for allowing residents to swim at their facilities in the interim.

Also, a note about discounts on pool passes: Patrons who purchased a pass between April 28 and May 30 qualify for the credit. The credit has already been placed on your account to be used towards any future memberships or registrations through the City. There is no expiration on the credit, so you can use it toward next season's pass (if you don't purchase anything the rest of the year). No need to come in or call to get the credit; it will be automatically applied to your account. No cash or credit card refunds unless you no longer want a pass.

Public Works road program update: Monticello Boulevard lane closure

Residents and commuters, please note that the curb lane on the north side of Monticello Boulevard will be closed for sanitary sewer and water line repairs between Pennfield and Elbon roads, starting this week and continuing through next week / Tuesday evening, June 17th. Traffic may be delayed. Please plan accordingly.

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City's Housing Preservation Office seeks a housing preservation specialist

Cleveland Heights' Housing Preservation Office (HPO) a division of the Planning, Neighborhoods and Development Department, seeks a full-time Housing Preservation Specialist. This qualified individual will join a high-performing team managing housing repair projects such as the city's lead abatement and exterior home repair grant programs. Click here for more information and to apply.