Kids Corner

Fast Facts about Kirtland

Location

• 41°369N 81°2041W / 41.6025°N 81.34472°W / 41.6025; -81.34472
• County: Lake
• Approximately 22 miles east of the city of Cleveland and 5 miles inland from Lake Erie

Area

• 16.7 square miles total (per the U.S. Census Bureau)
• 16.6 square miles are land and .1 square mile is water

Population

• 6,859 people (as of the 2010 U.S. Census)
• 2,713 households (as of the 2010 U.S. Census)
• 1,885 families (as of the 2000 U.S. Census)

Kirtland Web Pages

• Education
• History of Kirtland
• Organizations
• Places of Interest
• Recreation
• Utilities
• Worship

Local

• Kirtland City Administration
• Kirtland City Council
• Lake County Government

State

• Ohio House of Representatives
• Ohio Senate
• State of Ohio

Federal

• U.S. Government
• U.S. House of Representatives
• U.S. Senate

America’s Story
Jump back in time to meet amazing American’s, explore the states, and find out what historical events happened on your birthday! Courtesy of the Library of Congress

Ben’s Guide to the U.S. Government
Learn about historical documents, branches of government, the election process, citizenship and more. Courtesy of the U.S. Government Printing Office

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Learn about fitness, disease and peer pressure

FBI Kids’
Go undercover with FBI -- learn about the history of the FBI, safety tips or spend a day in the life of an agent and see how they investigate crime

NASA for Students
Explore space through games, find homework related topics or participate in an actual space program

National Gallery of Art
Visit the Art Zone and create art online

National Park Service – Ranger Zone
Visit the National Park Service historic sites, learn about the Junior Ranger Program or become a Web Ranger

National Severe Storms Laboratory
Learn about severe weather safety and creating a plan of action. Courtesy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

The National Zoo
Visit the Smithsonian National Zoological Park

U.S. Census Bureau
Statistics on population, gender, income, and race by state and county. This is a great resource for reports on states

U.S. Department of Education
Find colleges, learn about student loans, or get help with homework topics

U.S. Department of Energy
Learn about smart energy use and how to conduct an energy audit of your home

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Explore veterinary medicine, food safety, and agriculture

U.S. Treasury Department
Learn about how money is made or create your own

White House 101
Learn about the White House, our Presidents and First Pets

ANNUAL EVENTS for KIDS and FAMILIES in KIRTLAND

Please check this site regularly for scheduling updates on the programs and activities below or contact the Community Center at (440) 256-4711.

SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO KIRTLAND!
Santa Claus is making a special appearance in Kirtland! Bring your camera and have a photo with Santa. Crafts and games will offered for the kids.

PANCAKES -- All You Can Eat
Sponsored by the Kirtland Senior Center
Don’t forget your appetite, as the Kirtland Senior Center is cooking up all you can eat pancakes
($4-adults; $3-kids).

SANTA'S SECRET SHOP
A Santa’s Secret Shop will be available for children to purchase gifts for family and friends. Items range in price from $1 to $5. Volunteers will be available to help the kids shop.

RUMMAGE SALE
Sponsored by the Kirtland Seniors
New this year, the Kirtland Seniors are sponsoring a rummage sale fundraiser. While waiting for your kids to shop, please stop by and visit the sale.

HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE
Sponsored by the Kirtland Seniors
In addition, the seniors will be selling homemade chocolate Christmas tree suckers.

HOLIDAY BASKET DONATIONS
Sponsored by the Kirtland Area Service Council
Please remember to bring in your non-perishable food donation for the Kirtland Area Service Council. Donations will used for their annual holiday baskets for Kirtland residents in need of assistance. Monetary donations are also welcome and may be sent to and made payable to the: Kirtland Area Service Council, 9301 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland, OH 44094.

For more information, contact the
Community Center at 256-4711 or CommunityCenter@kirtlandohio.com.

Join us for the annual Kirtland Easter Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, March 23. The outdoor hunt begins promptly at 10 a.m. for Kirtland children age 10 and younger (adult chaperones required). Kids should bring Easter baskets (or a bag) to collect eggs. A prize basket is awarded to the child that finds the Golden Egg. In case of inclement weather, eggs are handed out indoors on a first-come, first-served basis until they are gone. Registration is not required. 

Join us before or after the Easter Egg Hunt for a visit with the Easter Bunny, live rabbits, games, and crafts. The Kirtland Seniors host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast (for a nominal fee) from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. 

A CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS!
The Community Center is in need of middle school and high school students to help with the Easter Egg Hunt. Helpers are also needed for the pancake breakfast, craft area, and games. Call the Community Center at 256-4711 and sign up! Volunteering for this event qualifies for community service credit. Volunteers receive a letter to document their service.

The annual Memorial Day parade is on the last Monday in May at 10 a.m. The parade steps off from Kirtland High School, proceeds south on SR 306, and concludes at the Kirtland Veterans Memorial, located between the Library and City Hall. A ceremony is held at the Veterans Memorial as well as at the North and South Cemeteries.

Scout groups and children are invited to attend with or without decorated bicycles.

The Kirtland Veterans Association sponsors a community cookout at the Kirtland Community Center Pavilion immediately following the ceremonies.

This class is for Kirtland teens who will be babysitting this summer and want to learn the basics of sound childcare. The class covers the business aspect of babysitting, age appropriate activities, and staying safe while in charge of small children. The Kirtland Fire Department teaches basic first aid, injury prevention, and what to do in emergency situations. This class is only offered once a year, before summer vacation.  This class is geared toward fifth and sixth graders, but older teens are welcome.

Safety Town is a national safety awareness program designed to teach young children how to prevent accidents and how to react in dangerous situations. It is intended for children who are entering kindergarten or first grade in the fall. Safety Town is Monday through Friday for one week. On Friday, families are invited to a graduation ceremony and family picnic at 11:30 a.m.  

Parents and participants are invited to an orientation with the instructor and staff of Safety Town on Friday, June 7 at 11 a.m.  The orientation is optional and designed to familiarize children with the counselors and classroom setting.

 A CALL FOR COUNSELORS!
The Recreation Department needs students (entering the 8^th grade and higher) to work as Safety Town counselors. Counselors earn a stipend and receive community service credit. Applications are available at the Community Center starting March 15 and are due by April 15. The Community Center reserves the right to stop accepting counselor applications at any time. 

Kirtland children aged 6-13 are invited to participate in the annual Junior Olympics Track and Field Meet. The meet includes traditional track and field events. Supervised practices are held prior to the event to teach participants specific event techniques. First place finishers in each event and age group qualify to compete in the county meet on June 26 in Wickliffe. 

A CALL FOR JR. COACHES!
The Recreation Department needs high school students (prior track experience not required) to help with Jr. Olympics at the practices and on the day of the meet. Coaches receive community service time upon completion of the program. Contact the Community Center at 440-256-4711 to sign up!

Adventure week is a co-ed day camp featuring archery, hiking, field games, tennis, canoeing, high and low ropes, wall climbing, and swimming.

• Registration is ONLY available online at www.redoakcamp.org. 
• Payment should be made directly to Red Oak Camp.

Preschoolers, parents, and grandparents (and even great-grandparents) are invited to a spooktacular Halloween Carnival. Come in costume, or come as yourself, but join friendly ghosts and goblins for fun and games. Decorate a trick-or-treat bag and explore the outdoor trick-or-treat path. The festivities include hot dogs, apples, and cider for your enjoyment.   

Join us for our annual Kirtland Senior Center Open House. Adults 55 and older are invited to enjoy free refreshments and a complimentary seated massage.  Experience reflexology, reiki, and learn more about our programs and activities. 

This multigenerational event is FREE! Registration is not required.