Did you miss Liam Mealey's exhibit opening? No worries - his gallery is up through the end of October! Stop by the Orange Art Center to check out his first solo exhibit!

Liam Mealey is a wildlife illustrator from Cleveland, Ohio, holding a degree in illustration from The Cleveland Institute of Art with an emphasis on life science illustration and graphic design. His artwork, inspired by the intricate beauty of animals and the ethereal aspects of nature, incorporates mixed media, digital painting, photo scanning, and hand lettering.

We are thrilled to welcome Miss Ilona Grazi to a full-time teaching position this year! You've probably seen her at summer camp and at the front desk from time to time. She quickly fit right in, and we're so excited for her first year as an OCER teacher!

The Orange High School PTA Fall Mum Sale is an online fundraiser starting in mid August with a plant pick-up on Friday, September 18th, from 3:00-5:30 at the PPLC Parking Lot.
Mums of various sizes and colors are available for purchase online
Order online at: https://urban-growers.com/orange-high-school-fall-mum-sale/
Use passcode: ORG2026 (all caps)
Last day to order is Thursday, September 10th
Plant pick-up is Friday, September 18th, 3:00pm-5:30pm @ PPLC Parking Lot
Proceeds support OHS PTA events and programs!

It's the last week to check out the L'arche art gallery at the Orange Senior Center! These adults painted their vision of a "happy day" and "best friend." The display is up through the end of the month, so come by the Senior Center to see their beautiful artwork!

HUGE thank you to Lakeshore Learning for supporting our Early Childhood program! They host a shopping party for us every year, and we LOVE going together as a group to get a little time out of the classroom. Thanks for helping us start the year off strong!

The last day for the outdoor pool is TODAY, August 16. Come swim with us one last time for the season from 11am-6pm today

Orange Art Fest this Saturday, August 15

Free and open to the public | Pre-registration required

Join us for the second annual Orange Community Art Fest, a free, family-friendly event hosted by the Orange Art Center, a division of Orange Community Education & Recreation. This one-day festival celebrates creativity, connection, and community through interactive art experiences for all ages.

Enjoy a vibrant day filled with live art-making, local art vendors, entertainment, delicious local food, & the opening exhibition of our current Emerging Artist in Residence, Liam Mealey!

Whether you're an artist, an art lover, or just looking for a fun day out, the Orange Community Art Fest has something for everyone.

Located next to Orange High School. Free parking available.

Check out the latest edition of the SCOOP! https://www.orangerec.com/page/the-scoop-monthly-newsletter

This fast-paced Summer Stock Intensive is designed for passionate, experienced teen performers ready to work at a professional rehearsal pace. In just two weeks, students will rehearse and perform a full-length musical in a Broadway-style process led by performers and teaching artists currently working in the industry. This immersive experience challenges students to sharpen their skills, build stamina, and collaborate at a high level while embracing the excitement of putting up a show on an accelerated timeline. Teen Academy Summer Stock culminates in a fully staged musical production presented for audiences.
There will be three performances on August 7 at 7pm, and August 8 at 2pm and 7pm.

Get your tickets here: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/46089

Lions Club Recreation Specialist is a key member of the department. In this role, the Lions Club Recreation Specialist assists and supports the Youth division by providing before and/or after school care to children in grades K - 5 while working to accomplish the mission of Orange Community Education & Recreation. The selected candidate will work in a fast-paced, friendly and supportive environment. Work is primarily Monday – Friday, before and after school. Qualified candidates should apply here no later than December 31.

Pepper Pike Learning Center is closed to the public August 3-16. The building is getting a deep clean to make sure we're ready for the school year!

Midweek Music & Munchies: Wednesday, August 5 from 5-7pm
Orange Senior Center will provide the music & munchies; you bring yourself & your main meal. Enjoy the beautiful patio & summer evening as a string duo plays toe tapping music. Enjoy dessert that we will provide.
Sponsored by Orange Senior Advisory Council.
Free to attend!

Hard to believe, but fall sports are almost here!
Come on out to the Orange High School Varsity Boys Soccer game on August 22 at 2pm for Youth Night.
Youth players will get to run onto the field with the Varsity team before the game and will be recognized on the field at halftime!
Players should wear their OCER or OSC soccer jersey. If you don't have your jersey yet, you can wear any Orange gear.
FREE! No registration required

Orange Early Childhood is a unique, dynamic and comprehensive Early Childhood program, managed by Orange Community Education & Recreation and located on the campus of the Orange School District. We are currently seeking energetic, enthusiastic and inspired educators to co-teach in our preschool classrooms. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and have experience working with young children in a preschool setting.

The position is full-time and the hours are Monday through Friday, 8 hours/day,
9am-5:30pm.

To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, please click this link: https://www.orangerec.com/page/employment-opportunities

We appreciate your continued participation in our classes and activities! Here's a digital copy of our Fall Recreation Guide available to you before it arrives in your mailbox.

Registration for Fall begins August 10 for district residents and August 13 for nonresidents.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please call us Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm, at (216) 831-8601

You can also find helpful information at www.orangerec.com

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Baseball and softball evaluations are coming up July 22, July 29, and August 10! Register today before these slots fill up: https://orangerec.arux.app/.../sports.../baseball-softball

Hi there,

Due to the hazardous air quality affecting Northeast Ohio, all OCER-related outdoor and indoor programs are canceled tomorrow, July 17 (this cancellation does not apply to Stagecrafters Lullaby sleepover camp). While we always strive to keep our programs running, today's air quality presents conditions that extend beyond outdoor activities. Smoke from the ongoing air quality has infiltrated buildings through ventilation systems and normal air exchange, reducing indoor air quality as well. This includes camps and the outdoor pool.

If you have a child in Early Childhood Extended Care or Lions Club, we are asking you to please pick up your child before 5:30pm today, July 16, if you are available.

Thank you so much for your patience and understanding.

The outdoor pool will be closed today: July 16, 2026 due to poor air quality.

Did you know you can now register for fall sports, including football, soccer, and volleyball? Practices begin in August with games running September-October. Leagues and teams range from preschool soccer all the way to tackle football with some flag football and recreation soccer in between. New this year is an Orange Lions Fall Volleyball League for grades 4-6!

Check out all our fall sports offerings here: https://orangerec.arux.app/.../category/72/sports%E2%80%941