June Newsletter
Newsletter
June 27, 2024
Celebrating Shaker Square Dry-Cleaning and Tailoring: Congratulations on 30 Years at the Square!
Congratulations to Elina Kreymerman and Shaker Square Dry Cleaners & Alterations on celebrating 30 years of business at Shaker Square!
Summer Magic at Shaker Square: A Recap of the Summer on the Square Events
Summer on the Square is in full swing, bringing together our community for a series of lively, family-friendly events held every other Thursday from 6:00 – 8:30 PM on the historic Shaker Square. These events are free to attend and feature some of Cleveland’s finest artists, local businesses, and community spirit. Whether you’re looking to enjoy live music, participate in arts and crafts, or simply soak up the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone.
Summer on the Square started with a bang on May 30th and featured B. Landrum & The Conglomerate. The evening was filled with vibrant R&B, Pop, and Hip Hop music, giant lawn games, and an ice cream giveaway. It was a great way to start the summer!
The success continued with the June 13th event, “Art for All,” and brought a creative flair to Shaker Square. Guests enjoyed world music by Global Connections, shopped with artisan vendors, and participated in arts and crafts activities. Angela Miller of Painting in the Park led a DIY Family Affirmation Drink Coasters craft, while artist Reginald Williams captivated the audience with a live painting demonstration.
As we move further into the summer, we have even more exciting events planned.
June 27 – Circus Fun – Join us for an evening of rock n’ roll by David Loy and The Ramrods, along with mesmerizing circus performances by Wizbang Circus. Enjoy face painting, other fun activities, and a free popcorn giveaway!
July 11 – Jazz & Funk – Experience the lively tunes of Da Land Brass Band, playing New Orleans-style jazz and funk. Master Marr’s Taekwon-do will also present live demonstrations for audience members of all ages! Additional activities and giveaways to be announced.
July 25 – Dance, Dance, Dance – Learn some smooth dance moves with City Ballet of Cleveland and dance the night away with Cleveland’s own, DJ Yulissa! More activities and giveaways coming soon.
August 8 – Summer Send Off – Don’t miss this exciting evening featuring Hubb’s Groove, known for their smooth Jazz and R&B music. Enjoy a delightful ice cream giveaway from Trikeable Treats and play with giant lawn games.
Bring your friends and family, along with a lawn chair or blanket, to enjoy the entertainment and activities! Be sure to visit the restaurants on Shaker Square before or after the events to complete your evening with a delicious meal.
Visit our website for updates and mark your calendars for the upcoming dates. We look forward to seeing you at Summer on the Square!
Building a Better Shaker Square: Visioning Process Update
Stroll the Square took place on May 2nd and over 200 people attended the event. They provided 436 comments and ideas, in addition to consuming 230 slices of Captain Tony’s Pizza! Ideas from participants included highlighting the desire for a coffee shop or some other commercial space to spend time, more event programming, family-friendly spaces, safer road crossings, and better connections to the surrounding neighborhoods.
Missed these events and still want to provide your thoughts? You can still participate in the survey!Make your voice heard! To date, 384 survey responses have been collected highlighting a desire in the community for stronger green space activation and seasonal and community events.
Thank you to everyone who came out and participated. Your input makes the Shaker Square Visioning process stronger. Stay tuned for additional information about upcoming events to engage in this process – including a community-building event to take place in September!
Progress in Motion: Capital Improvements Keep on Coming at Shaker Square
We’re excited to share news of ongoing capital improvements that will elevate your Shaker Square experience! From revitalized spaces to enhanced amenities, these developments promise to rejuvenate the Square, ensuring it remains a vibrant hub for the community to gather, shop, dine, and enjoy.
Some of the most recent investments include:
- HVAC Units
- New HVAC units continue to be installed! Check out the latest units that were put on top of Quad A’s roof. Even with these heat waves, we are working to make sure Shaker Square businesses stay cool.
- Atlas Cinema Marquee
- The marquee at Atlas Cinemas is looking fresh with a new coat of paint
- New Door Pediments
- The newly fabricated millwork pediments have begun to be installed around the Square! Check out the photos below to see how they were crafted.
Invite the Shaker Square Ownership Team to your next meeting to share more about Shaker Square
Over the last two years, a lot of work has happened at Shaker Square. From fundraising for capital repairs to installing new roofs and facades, and from hosting community events to launching a Visioning Plan for the future, there is so much to share.
If you would like to invite CNP and BBC to share a little more about the work that has been done and what’s coming next at Shaker Square, please feel free to invite us to your next meeting! You can do that by using the “Contact Us” form from the Shaker Square website.
Just tell us what group is meeting, when and where they meet, and who we should contact for additional details and scheduling.
Invite Us to Your Next Meeting!
Step Inside Shaker Square’s New Visitors Center
We are excited to announce the opening of our new Shaker Square Visitors Center! Starting July 1, the center will be open from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The Visitor Center will serve as a welcome center, offering flyers and resources to visitors, an event space, and a police drop-in space. Stop in to visit and enjoy free coffee and water!
While we are still finalizing our calendar of events, the space is available for the community to use and rent for a nominal fee. This versatile space accommodates up to 30 people and is equipped with a flat-screen television for presentations.
For reservations and additional information, please contact Gwen from the Burten, Bell, Carr team by calling 123-456-7890 or emailing gwen@bbc.org. We look forward to seeing you there!
Upcoming Events
Larchmere Porchfest
Saturday, June 29
1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Larchmere Porchfest is right around the corner on Saturday, June 29! Make sure to mark you calendars and join for the best local live music and community spirit! Learn more at the link below.
North Union Farmers Market
Shaker Square
Saturdays
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The North Union Farmers Market at Shaker Square is back! Join us for the outdoor markets from 8 am to 12 pm every Saturday. Remember, SNAP benefits are welcomed and matched (up to $25) at all market locations!
Summer at the Square
Shaker Square
Every other Thursday evening throughout the Summer
Join us next Thursday, June 27th from 6:00-8:30 PM for an evening of rock n’ roll by David Loy and The Ramrods, along with mesmerizing circus performances by Wizbang Circus. Enjoy face painting, other fun activities, and a free popcorn giveaway! This free event is perfect for the whole family!
Mark your calendars and keep an eye on our social media for updates about the Summer at the Square series happening every Thursday evening all summer long.
Envisioning the Future of the Square
September 19, 2024
Save the date! The Shaker Square Vision Plan team is coming to a local event near you! We invite you to join to let us know what you think the future of Shaker Square should be. Keep an eye on our socials for info on our upcoming events.
Please utilize the link below to submit any upcoming events in the neighborhood. Your contributions will help us keep our community informed.
