The City of Rocky River invites you to join us on Saturday, June 14th, at 9:00 a.m. in front of City Hall, located at 21012 Hillard Blvd, to commemorate Flag Day, a day dedicated to honoring our national flag. This holiday marks the anniversary of the approval of the first official design of the United States flag in 1777, during the Revolutionary War.

The ceremony will be lead by the singing of the National Anthem by Rocky River’s own, Aria Sova.  The Pledge of Allegiance and color guard will be led by the Scouting of America local Troop 194.

This year, Lakewood Park Cemetery has generously provided American flags for residents to pick up, at no cost to display on Flag Day.  The Honor Flags were previously placed in recognition of veterans’ service to our country.  The flags can be picked up at several locations including Memorial Hall, Rocky River Senior Center, Rocky River Recreation Department and the Rocky River Police Station. 

As we celebrate this important date, we encourage all residents of Rocky River to fly our nation’s flag as a symbol of our freedom. 

 In case of rain, please join us inside of City Hall, entering through the front door. 

See you at the Water Zone!

Monday, May 26 at 10:00 a.m., the Joint Veterans Council of Lakewood and Rocky River will hold a Memorial Day Ceremony at Lakewood Park Cemetery, 22025 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, to honor our fallen heroes.  The Rocky River High School Marching Band, several local scout troops and community representatives will also participate in the morning's tribute. 

For the first time this year, we will have a ceramic poppy field set up in the cemetery during the ceremony.  The poppy flower has become a national symbol of remembrance dating back to WWI.  The ceramic poppies were handcrafted by our very own Rocky River Senior Center Ceramics Class.  A ribbon and name tag have been placed on each poppy representing a Rocky River fallen soldier. 

We look forward to this year's Memorial Day events and programs and encourage all residents to take time to be a part of this important remembrance of our fallen men and women who have defended our freedoms.  There is ample parking across from the cemetery at the Rocky River Presbyterian Church. Seating will be available on a first come, first served basis. 

Sunday, May 25 at Rocky River Park, 20250 Beach Cliff Blvd., beginning at 7:00 p.m., the Rocky River High School Jazz Band will be performing.  Bring a lawn chair and come enjoy the kick-off of the Summer Concert Series. 

Saturday, May 24 at Lakewood Park Cemetery, 22025 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, beginning at 8:30 a.m., community members are encouraged to join members of the Joint Veterans Council of Lakewood and Rocky River and other volunteers in placing more than 4,000 American flags on the graves of veterans who have been laid to rest at the cemetery.

Friday, May 23 at the Rocky River Senior Center beginning at 1:30 p.m. Join us at the Senior Center for a Patriotic Americana-themed concert featuring award-winning arranger / keyboardist, Marge Adler along with vocalists, Laura Lindauer and John Webb.  $5 for residents and $6 for non-residents. 

Shredding Day
Rocky River City Hall Parking Lot
(Enter from Wagar Rd)
Saturday, May 17th
from 9:00 am - 11:00 am
or until the truck is full.

Picture ID as proof of Rocky River residency required.
Two (2) standard size boxes per household.
No business material will be accepted.

Bring your paper recyclables and witness the shredding process on-site.  No need to remove staples.  For safety reasons, please remain in your vehicle – shredding documents will be removed and placed into containers for you.  Boxes must be placed in trunk or back seat to limit contact.