The City of Willowick Recreation Department is proud to provide the community a wide variety of recreational programming and services. The department continues to revise and expand program offerings in response to the needs and interests of the residents of Willowick. All residents can take advantage of the diverse number of programs and activities sponsored by the department on an annual basis. Young or old, there is something that is sure to peak your interest.
The Recreation Department coordinates all city sponsored recreational activities, programs, and facilities within Willowick. We also collaborate closely with youth sports leagues such as Willowick Baseball, Willowick soccer, Willowick Football, Willowick Boy’s Softball, Willowick Girl’s Softball, and the Willowick Swim Team to coordinate facility use and program schedules. The Department also works closely with a number of civic non-profit agencies and organizations such as Lake Metroparks and the Willowick Chamber of Commerce to positively influence recreation opportunities.
The department has two full-time and eight year-round part-time staff members. We also work extensively with the Parks Buildings and Lands Division of the Willowick Service Department. Collectively we are all dedicated to provide the residents of Willowick well-maintained modern facilities and beautiful parks. The department is proud to boast about the Activities Center at Manry Park, the Willowick Senior Center, the new water playground at Dudley Park, and the numerous recreational facility upgrades and improvements within the city.
Please feel free to call or e-mail us with any suggestion or comments regarding programs and/or activities.
Julie Kless
Director of Recreation
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Julie Kless
Director of Recreation
440-516-3011
Julie has been with the Willowick Recreation Department since 2000. She has served as the Facilities Coordinator at Manry Activities Center, as Assistant Recreation Director, and now as the Director of Recreation. She is responsible for managing the daily operations and activities of the department, which include programming, budgeting, promotion, directing staff, and developing new events and activities. Prior to coming to Willowick, Julie was the assistant athletic director at Gilmour Academy and also was involved in establishing and maintaining recreation programs at Lakeland Community College.
Mike Necci, Program Coordinator
30100 Arnold Drive
440-516-3011
Mike has been the Program Coordinator since 1996. He is responsible for all facets of the Summer Recreation Camp and is involved in offering special programs and events throughout the year. Mike is a long-time Willowick resident and has been very active in the community.
Nancy Cetina, Facilities/Events Coordinator
30100 Arnold Drive
440-516-3011
Nancy has been a member of the Recreation Department staff since 2001. In her present position of Facilities/Events Coordinator, she is responsible for scheduling of Manry Activities Center staff and activities, maintaining the computerized activity and facility registration system, and helping to run various events and programs throughout the year. Prior to coming to Willowick, Nancy was a high school business education teacher and coach.
Maureen Brennan
Recreation Department Secretary
440-516-3011
Maureen has been the Recreation Department secretary since 1996. She is responsible for handling correspondence, communications, facility and pool rentals and providing support in all phases of the Recreation Department. She is also the Recreation Board secretary.
RECREATION FACILITIES
Manry Park
30100 Arnold Drive
Activities Center (440-516-3011)
Gymnasium
Meeting Room
Outside Pavilion
Pool (440-944-1575)
Baseball/softball diamonds
Dudley Park
31500 Willowick Drive
Fieldhouse (hall with kitchen)
Pool (440-943-3970)
Water Spray Park
Baseball/softball diamonds
Visit the WILLOWICK RECREATION WEBSITE
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