Category: Parks and Recreation

Parks & Recreation Department Announces Senior Health & Wellness Fair

The Bedford Parks & Recreation Department will host a Senior Health and Wellness Fair on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 from 10:00am-1:00pm at Ellenwood Center, 124 Ellenwood Ave. The event will feature free health screenings – glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, hearing and more!   Flu and Covid Shots/Boosters will be available by appointment.  Scheduled vaccine participants will … Continued

Trick or Treat Street Registration Now Open!

Join us for the Parks & Recreation Department’s Annual Halloween event on Saturday, October 21, 2023! Children ages infant -12 will trick-or treat through various stations in our transformed west parking lot at Ellenwood Center. Registered children receive a pumpkin and a Halloween craft to go. Hay rides will be available! Registration will not be … Continued

Parks & Recreation Fall Brochure Now Available

The Parks & Recreation Department’s fall brochure is on it’s way to all homes in Bedford via US Mail, and available online here.  We hope you consider registering for one or more of the many programs and activities available.  There is something for everyone.  If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call the Parks … Continued

Parks & Recreation Fall Brochure Coming Soon

Keep your eyes out for the Parks & Recreation Department’s Fall 2023 brochure, coming to residents’ mailboxes soon.  Once finalized, a digital copy will be available online too.  This brochure will have an activities and programs for all ages and interests!  Many of the programs that will be featured in the brochure are open now.  Click … Continued

Summer Swim Season Update

Due to ongoing construction and the need to properly train staff, the opening of the Bedford Municipal Pool for the 2023 season will be Friday, June 30.  We look forward to opening the facility and our newly renovated pool house.  The pool house will feature a modernized entry way, admission area, office and restroom facilities … Continued

Summer Concert Series Offers Wide Range of Music!

The City of Bedford’s Summer Concert Series has a diverse lineup of talented musicians who will grace the stage of the gazebo in downtown Bedford on Wednesday evenings this summer.  There are several returning acts like the Brian Papesh Party Band and Risk Factor as well as newcomer, local jazz flautist Herb Wilborn, Jr. and … Continued

Parks & Recreation Hiring Lifeguards for Summer 2023

Are you interested in building work experience in a fun environment?  The Parks & Recreation Department is still hiring lifeguards and assistant pool managers for Summer 2023.  The department offers lifeguard certification classes at no charge, competitive wages, and an opportunity to work flexible hours with a great team!  For more information see the city’s … Continued

Parks & Recreation Winter/Spring Program Guide!

The Parks & Recreation Department’s winter/spring program guide has been published!  Copies are being mailed to all residents and an electronic copy is available here.  Don’t miss out on our many programs and activities for youth and adults of all ages.  Information about spring sports, youth enrichment activities, our senior club, summer day camp registration, … Continued

Calling all Seniors Age 60 Plus!

Throughout 2022 the Parks & Recreation Department expanded programming available for seniors.  Many of these new and enhanced programs have been made possible by funding from the Cuyahoga County Division of Senior and Adult Services.  The specific funding source is the county’s Community Social Services Program, which currently has funding dedicated to Bedford through December … Continued

Join Our Team – Parks & Recreation Department Now Hiring!

The Bedford Parks & Recreation Department has several immediate openings, including a part-time permanent office administrative assistant position and part-time seasonal youth sports assistants (winter basketball).  We have also posted seasonal positions for summer 2023.  The Department offers competitive wages and an opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in our community. … Continued

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