Week 3: We love Nature! In this returning OAC camp favorite, campers will connect with the great outdoors as they use natural materials to create stunning works of art. Projects will draw inspiration from environmental artists like Andy Goldsworthy. Campers will also engage in outdoor exploration, gathering materials and inspiration for their projects. With plenty of hands-on activities, this camp encourages creativity, a love of nature, and an appreciation for the environment. Campers will have a week full of artmaking but will also partake in exciting activities such as gameplay, storytime, snacktime, outdoor exploration, and making new friends. Art Camps are offered in two sessions at 9:00 -11:30 am and afternoons 12:30 - 3:00 pm each week. Interested in a full-day? Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions to receive a full day of art camp for more projects, games, and fun! Bonus: full-day sign-ups receive a supervised lunch and recess hour in between camps free of charge (applies to Orange Art Center camps only). Questions? Call the Orange Art Center at 216-831-5130. Need Before and After Care Programming?Lion's Club Before and After Care are now available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center for Art Center participants attending morning and afternoon art camp. For more info and to register visit: orangerec.com/page/lions-club-extended-care Important Info: Camp FAQs New Registration Policies: $100 deposit required for all camp registrations Early Bird Discount: Save $25 per registration if you register before February 27! New Refund Policies January 26 through March 20 – Full refunds available with no fees March 21 through April 30 – Refunds available with $50 processing fee per registration May 1 and after – No refunds will be issued

Clay purchasing for currently enrolled students only! $10 for 5 lbs of clay $5 for 5 lbs of reclaimed clay Please present proof of purchase to your instructor during class to receive your clay. You can provide proof of purchase by doing any of the following: Print a copy of your receipt, and show it to the instructor. Screenshot your purchase receipt and show your phone to the instructor Access your email receipt on your phone and show your phone to the instructor Access info under your purchases on your Arux account on your phone, and show your phone to the instructor

Donations for the Orange Art Center

The Orange Art Center is proud to announce the launch of the OAC Scholarship, debuting in January 2025 and made possible by a generous donation from OAC community member and participant, Steve Garfunkel. Inspired by the personhood and artistic teaching of OAC painting instructors Annie Peters and Marlene Weinstein, Garfunkel wanted to gift the OAC a donation to help establish a scholarship aiming to provide financial assistance to participants pursuing art education. Rooted in the belief that art brings healing and joy, the OAC Scholarship seeks to empower all individuals to explore their creativity and share the transformative power of art with the community! Join us in expanding this mission—your support can help bring the gift of art to even more lives, fostering inspiration, growth, and connection for all. Tax-deductible donations to the scholarship program are accepted from individuals, businesses, and community groups interested in having a direct, life-enhancing impact on a local individual.Donations are accepted by credit card and check using our easy-to-use enrollment software. Please select a donation amount on the right and click Enroll Now to begin. You will be prompted to create a simple account if you do not already have one established. So that we can provide you with a receipt and thank you note, please be sure to include your full name, address, phone and email address. If you would like your donation to remain anonymous, please contact OAC Coordinator Destyni Green at 216-831-5130. We thank you for your contribution and for helping us provide art education opportunities for all!

Orange Community Education & Recreation has a variety of unpaid volunteer opportunities available for teens and adults of all ages. Whether volunteering to assist with summer camp, senior center activities or special events like Trunk or Treat, you'll have the opportunity to share your talents and gain valuable experience. Here is a short list of some of the amazing benefits you’ll receive! Gain confidence. Volunteering can help you gain confidence by giving you the chance to try something new and build a real sense of achievement. Make a difference. Volunteering can have a real and valuable positive effect on people, communities and society in general. Meet people and make friends. Volunteering can help you socialize and make new connections. Be part of your community. Volunteering can help you feel part of something outside your friends and family. Help others. Volunteering can help you make a real difference in the lives of others. Learn new skills. Volunteering can help you learn new skills, gain experience and sometimes even qualifications. Take on a challenge. Through volunteering you can challenge yourself to try something different, achieve personal goals, practice using your skills and discover hidden talents. Have fun! Most volunteers have a great time, regardless of why they do it. See below to learn a little more about each of our volunteer opportunities: Adaptive Recreation Volunteer- This rewarding experience allows you to work one on one with children or adults with special needs. Available year-round, various days/times. Lions Club Volunteer- Love kids? Volunteer your time after school to play games, assist with homework, play outside and do fun projects with Kindergarten - 5th graders. Available afternoons M - F during the school year. Book Buddies Volunteer- For Orange High School students only. Work with our youngest preschool crew to help them learn letter sounds/names, reading comprehension, rhyming and more! Available afternoons during the school year. Broadway Buddies Volunteer- Share your love of the theatre with our "stars" in our award winning adaptive theatre program. Available year-round, various days/times. Coach- Lead our young athletes in your favorite sport/s to develop skills, confidence, and teamwork throughout a season. Available afternoons and weekends year-round. Recreation Specialist Assistant- Assist our talented afterschool/weekend instructors in implementing a variety of fun sports, theatre, art, academic, or recreational activities. Available afternoons and weekends during the school year. OCER Commission Member- For those interested in serving as an appointed community member that advocates, promotes and gives feedback to OCER. Available as positions become vacant- meetings are once a month in the evening, year-round. Orange Early Childhood Parent Volunteer- For families with children enrolled in Orange Early Childhood. Everything from chaperoning field trips to planning events or assisting in the classroom. Available during the school year. Orange Senior Center Volunteer- A variety of opportunities to assist the Senior Center team and engage in the community. Available year-round, please reach out to the Senior Center directly if interested. Scorekeeper/Referee- This valuable volunteer helps us keep games for youth sports running smoothly. Available year-round, various days/times. Safety Town Volunteer- Help incoming Kindergarteners learn the basics of safety during an exciting one week program offered each summer. Event Volunteer- Love to mix and mingle in the community? Have a knack for planning? Join us to carry out some amazing events for our community. Available year-round, various days/times. Stagecrafters Parent Production- The backbone of our Stagecrafters production- help our crew with anything from hair and make-up to costume help. Available twice a year during the weeks of Theatre Production. Summer Camp Volunteer- Help create fantastic memories for a new generation! Assist our staff with various camp activities, including crafts, swimming, sports, theatre, art and more. Available weekdays during the summer. Ski Club Volunteer- Love to ski and work with kids? Ski Club Volunteers assist us with keeping everyone safe and having fun! Available evenings/weekends during ski season.

Use the One Stroke Painting methods to create decorative signs, personalized gifts & more. Instructor: Jaci Davis

Orange Community Education & Recreation’s Scholarship fund was created to help people in the greater Orange community who have financial barriers that prevent them from participating in educational and recreational activities. The intent is to provide children, teens, adults and senior adults from income eligible families with the opportunity to participate in high quality, positive recreation experiences that promote physical, mental and social well-being and foster a strong sense of community. Tax-deductible donations to the scholarship program are accepted from individuals, businesses and community groups interested in having a direct, life-enhancing impact on a local individual. Donations are accepted by credit card and check using our easy-to-use enrollment software. Please select a donation amount at right and click Enroll Now to begin. You will be prompted to create a simple account if you do not already have one established. So that we can provide you with a receipt and thank you note, please be sure to include your full name, address, phone and email address. If you would like your donation to remain anonymous, please contact Community Education & Recreation Director Jill Korsok at 216-831-8601. We thank you for your contribution and in helping us provide opportunities for all.

Join your neighbors for an unforgettable evening of baseball, family fun, and Cleveland pride as the Cleveland Guardians take on the Seattle Mariners! We’ve lined up a "Major League" package that covers everything from pre-game swag to post-game fireworks. 🗓️ Event Details Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 Opponent: Seattle Mariners First Pitch: 7:10 PM Location: Progressive Field | Family Deck (Right Field) 🎟️ Your All-Inclusive Ticket Package We’ve secured seats in the Family Deck, located in right field. This area is specifically designed for families, offering easy access to the Kids Clubhouse—an interactive, multi-level play area—and family-friendly restrooms. Each ticket includes: $10 Loaded Value: Every ticket comes pre-loaded with $10 that can be scanned directly from your seat for concessions or official Guardians merchandise. Sugardale Dollar Dog Night: It’s one of Cleveland’s favorite traditions! Enjoy $1 hot dogs all night long. Tanner Bibee Jersey Giveaway: Arrive early! The first 15,000 fans through the gates will receive a limited-edition Tanner Bibee City Connect Jersey courtesy of Marathon. Postgame Fireworks: Stick around after the final out for a spectacular fireworks display synced to music over the Cleveland skyline. 🕒 Pro-Tips for the Night Gates Open: Usually 1 hour to 90 minutes before first pitch. If you want that Tanner Bibee jersey, we recommend arriving as close to gate-opening as possible! Using Your Credits: To spend your $10 "Loaded Value," simply have the vendor scan the barcode on your digital ticket via the MLB Ballpark app. Family Deck Perks: If the kids need a break from the action, the air-conditioned Kids Clubhouse is just steps away from our seating section.

Pack up the family, wear some Orange School gear, and get ready for a day of smiles, thrills, and classic amusement park fun at Waldameer Park! From exciting rides and roller coasters to kid-friendly attractions and games, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Take a break to grab lunch, cool off, and soak in the lively park atmosphere before heading back out for more fun. It’s the perfect outing to make memories, share laughs, and enjoy a full day of family adventure together! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Families will meet at the Pepper Pike Learning Center to board a bus at 10 am and arrive back to the PPLC at approximately 8:30 PM. The ride is 1.5 hours.

Orange Lions Volleyball League Grades 3-6 Led by youth coach Amanda and additional parent volunteer coaches, Join us for our new summer volleyball format for 3rd-6th graders to learn skills along with teammates in a new practice format that will enhance your games. Put your practice to the test in volleyball matches against nearby communities. This season the volleyball program will be led new volleyball coaches with experience leading youth programs. Participants will receive a team jersey. Coached by: Rookie Sports Club & Volunteer Parent Coaches

Orange Tackle Rookie Tackle Football - Grades 5 & 6 The Tackle Football program will return once again to compete in the Chagrin Valley Conference Rookie Tackle Football League. The youth tackle football team competes in a 7 on 7 format that is designed to give players an opportunity to participate in the game from many different positions. In partnership with the Cleveland Browns and the Chagrin Valley Conference, our goal is to teach the game in a safe and constructive football environment. The team will be coached by a parent volunteer coach, in partnership with the Orange High School varsity program. Equipment & Uniforms provided. Equipment pass-out will begin the week of August 10th. Coaches will communicate the schedules with families as the season approaches Scholarship opportunities are available.

Buy an Outdoor pool pass. Our discounted pool passes are a great way for frequent swimmers to swim and save! Passes may be used for admission during any open swim session at the Outdoor Pool from May 30-31 and June 5 - August 16. Orange School District residents should bring proof of residency to receive the resident rate. The governess pass is only permitted to be used for a babysitter over 16 years old. Governess must be accompanied by the resident child(s) to gain access to the pool. The governess membership does not have guest privileges and can only be used by one person at a time. A governess pass needs to be purchased by one of the adult's of the family to connect the governess pass to that family. Children ages 2 and younger are admitted for free when accompanied by a paying adult. Outdoor pool passes are nonrefundable and nontransferable. r. 03-02-2026

Welcome to your Fall rec soccer league program. Practices are on Thursday's and led by volunteer coaches. Games will be played against neighboring communities on Saturday's. This is a great opportunity for kids to continue to learn the game and develop their soccer skills during practices as well as get the opportunity to play against other schools. Game times vary and will be released closer to the start of the season. All divisions will be broken up by genders. Coached by: Volunteer Coaches Location: Orange Soccer Fields & Shaker Soccer Fields Orange Rec Fall Mini Soccer League Grades 1 - 6 Grades 1-2 Girls 26FYS104 Grades 1-2 Boys 26FYS105 Grades 3-4 Girls 26FYS106 Grades 3-4 Boys 26FYS107 Grades 5-6 Girls 26FYS108 Grades 5-6 Boys 26FYS109