Picnic Pals is a series of weekly pre-arranged playdates throughout the summer at some of the area's finest parks, beaches and amusement areas. These events are usually free or have a very low cost. Sign ups are not required. Older siblings are welcome and all events are open to non-SECPTA members so please invite your friends along and introduce them to all that SECPTA has to offer this summer!
Simply grab a blanket, pack a picnic lunch (don't forget the sunscreen!) and show up at the designated place. All events will be held weather permitting. A few events have rain-out alternatives. Check the SECPTA website for updates and changes. Email reminders will be sent throughout the summer months.
We hope you can join us!
Sincerely,
Picnic Pals Chairs - Celeste Long and Marie Soha
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***PICNIC PALS EVENTS SUMMER 2012***
Friday, June 1st at the Solon Community Park and Pavilion (6679 SOM Center RD)
Join us for the Picnic Pals kick-off celebration at the Solon Community Park where there are great playgrounds, a pavilion, beach volleyball court (bring sand toys) and restrooms.
A special snack and drink will be provided. SECPTA has rented the pavilion space near the fireplace from 10am-12pm.
Hosts: Marie Soha & Celeste Long
Monday, June 4th at Glenmeadow Park (1957 Glenwood DR, Twinsburg)
Located on 47.18 acres, this park includes two tennis courts, a basketball court, playground and swings, animal sculpture park, lots of land for the kids to run and a covered pavilion.
Host: Beth Roseman
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Thursday, June 7th at Twinsburg Ledges (9999 Liberty RD, Twinsburg).
Visitors hiking the Ledges Trail will pass by a unique system of sandstone ledges, into Glacier Cave and a wetland before traveling back to the trailhead over a long boardwalk. The ledges are covered with a "living skin" of ferns, mosses and lichens. Endangered bats and other species including, biologists say, at least one black bear - live in the area. For the protection of natural resources, please stay on the trail. This trail is not suited for strollers but baby backpacks would be great! http://www.summitmetroparks.org/ParksAndTrails/LibertyPark.aspx
Host: Marie Soha
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Wednesday, June 13th at the Aurora Fire Station and Kiwanis’s – Moore Park (65 West Pioneer TRL, Aurora)
Join us for an extra special Picnic Pals event as we meet some of Aurora’s finest firefighters along with a 10 am tour of their great trucks and equipment! After the tour, plan to play at the park! The park offers several playground structures, an athletic field, picnic tables and pavilion.
Host: Brittney Ertle
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Tuesday, June 19th at Preston’s H.O.P.E. (26001 South Woodland RD, Beachwood)
Come and enjoy the largest fully accessible playground park in Northeast Ohio. This fabulous playground features make-believe houses, raised walkways, a play theater, sand & water areas, swings, tunnels, slides, and much more. Restrooms and shelter areas are available.
Host: Chantal Petherbridge
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Friday, June 22nd at Glen Chamberlain Park (10075 Ravenna RD, Twinsburg)
Located behind Glen Chamberlain School and the municipal outdoor swimming pool, this park includes shaded playgrounds, basketball courts, tennis courts, picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, skate park, and an outdoor amphitheater.
Host: Marie Soha
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Monday, June 25th at Arthur RD Elementary School (33425 Arthur RD, Solon)
Kids are encouraged to bring their push toys and bikes to this enjoyable playground, as there isa great parking lot for riding!
Host: Julie Ogle
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Thursday, June 28th at River Road Park (17628 River Road, Bainbridge)
This park is a favorite among many. There are paved trails for walking, strollers, roller skates and bikes. Two playgrounds provide enough equipment for all ages. The beach volleyball courts typically double as a sandbox so bring your toys! There is a picnic shelter and portable toilets.
Host: Christine Liebson
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Monday, July 2nd at Liberty Park (9385 Liberty RD, Twinsburg)
Join us at a local favorite. Liberty Park’s 100-acre recreation area includes four ball fields, two soccer fields and a playground with equipment for both tots and older kids.
Host: Heather Mayes
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Thursday, July 12th at Orange Village Park (4600 Lander RD, Orange Village)
This is a cozy park that includes a nature preserve with a half mile of paved trails, two baseball fields, tether ball, volleyball, 3 hole golf and two tot lots including a great wooden play structure and a log play house with picnic pavilions, tables and grills. The play area is covered in pebbles so closed shoes would work best!
Host: Chantal Petherbridge
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Wednesday, July 18th at Elmwood Park (6200 Elmwood AVE, Independence)
This park is different. In addition to having playground equipment for the kids, it also has a permanent SAFETY TOWN road for children, complete with stop signs and traffic lights. So feel free to bring your child’s big wheel, tricycle or bike.
Host: Christine Liebson
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Friday, July 20th at Eagle Creek Spray Park (14730 Springdale AVE Middlefield)
This fun “sprayground” is home to two splash pad areas, a large playground area, paved walking paths, gazebo and restrooms. Bring swimsuits and towels!
Host: Celeste Long
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Wednesday, July 25th at Sunny Lake Park (885 E. Mennonite RD, Aurora)
Bring your stroller if you have little ones, as this park is sure to please anyone who wants to walk the 1.75-mile paved exercise trail around Sunny Lake. This park is a beautiful setting with two playground structures, a beach volleyball court (bring sand toys!), several pavilions with picnic tables and even paddleboat rentals. We will meet at the Mennonite Rd entrance playground area.
Host: Brittney Ertle
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Tuesday, July 31st at Center Valley Park (Off East Idlewood, Twinsburg)
Located on 225.84 acres, this park has a 2 - mile bike/hike path running through the playground area. There is also a baseball field close by. Tinkers Creek runs through the center of the entire park, and there is a small overlook area where you can usually see a plethora of turtles.
We will meet off the East Idlewood parking lot. Take Glenwood from 91 and turn left onto E. Idlewood, the entrance is just after the ball field on the left.
Host: Beth Roseman
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Monday, August 6th at Hudson Springs Park (7095 Stow RD, Hudson)
Come play at this 260-acre park that boasts a 50-acre lake. Three picnic pavilions, two miles of trail around the lake, disc golf, volleyball, a playground, an open play meadow and a children’s hedge maze are available for your entertainment.
Host: Christine Liebson
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Friday, August 10th at Beachwood Community Park (25125 Fairmount BLVD)
We love playgrounds! Come enjoy this playground next to the Beachwood Aquatic Center with your SECPTA pals.
Host: Brittney Ertle
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Tuesday, August 14th at the Solon Community Park and Pavilion (6679 SOM Center RD)
This park offers great playgrounds, a pavilion, a beach volleyball court for sand play and restrooms.
Hosts: Heather Mayes
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Monday, August 20th at River Road Park (17628 River Road, Bainbridge)
This park offers paved trails for walking, strollers, roller skates and bikes. Two playgrounds provide enough equipment for all ages. The beach volleyball courts typically double as a sandbox so bring your toys! There is a picnic shelter and portable toilets.
Host: Celeste Long
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Thursday, August 23rd at Cleveland Zoo (3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland)
Come and enjoy one of Cleveland’s BEST destinations for families, the Cleveland Zoo!We will meet right inside the front gates at 10am and then again at 12pm for lunch at the food court. Coolers and picnic baskets are allowed on Zoo grounds. If it rains we will still attend the rainforest exhibit.
Cost: $12.25 for adults, $8.25 for children 2- 11 (under 2 is free)
Host: Charmaine Jones
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Thursday, August 30th at Memphis Kiddie Park (10340 Memphis AVE, Brooklyn)
Let’s end the summer with an event that the kids will remember all winter long! At Memphis Kiddie Park you pay as you go. They offer 11 amusement rides for children, a concession stand, arcade and miniature golf. Please note children must be less than 50 inches for most rides.
*Cost: single tickets - $1.95, book of 25 - $25.25 (each ride is one ticket and tickets never expire)
*An email will be sent the week of the event because if we have a large group we can buy discounted ride wristbands.
Host: Celeste Long
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ILLNESS POLICY:
Children and/or parents should not attend any SECPTA events if they exhibit any of the following symptoms: diarrhea more than once within 24 hours of the event; Severe coughing; Difficult or rapid breathing; Yellowish skin or eyes; redness of the eye or eyelid including discharge, eye pain, matted eyelashes, burning or itching; Temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher; Infected skin patches; Unusual spots or rashes; Unusually dark urine and/or gray or white stools; Stiff neck with an elevated temperature; Sore throat or difficulty swallowing; Vomiting within 24 hours of the event; Evidence of untreated lice; Scabies, or other parasitic infestations.
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