About Friends of Hudson Parks

Friends of Hudson Parks is a 501(c)(3) organization which actively supports the mission of the City of Hudson Parks (Hudson, Ohio) through volunteerism, advocacy, promotion and fund raising.

We are guided by our shared values: conservation, environmental sustainability, education, community engagement, recreation, health and wellness — to serve, preserve and enhance the Hudson community through a vibrant park system.

2024 Officers and Board Members

  • President: Phil Mikita
  • Vice-President: Ed Dell
  • Treasurer: Rick Beam
  • Secretary: Becky Mooney
  • Sara Briechle
  • Ed Carroll
  • Marcia Carsten
  • Karen Heater
  • John McCabe
  • Sue Ramlo
  • Shannon Speaks
  • Parks Liaison: John Spivak

2024 Meeting Schedule

Currently, the Friends of Hudson Parks board meets the third Wednesday of every month from 6:30 until 8pm in the Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Room.  Please join us! We discuss program feedback, future ideas, park initiatives and other related topics. For more information, contact:    beckymooney@friendsofhudsonparks.org

The Hudson Library and Historical Society is located at 96 Library Street in Hudson, OH. Click here for its location in Google Maps.

  • Wed., April 17 – Park Ambassadors, 6:30 p.m. & Board Meeting, 7 p.m.– Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Room
  • Wed., May 15 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
  • Wed., June 21 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
  • Wed., July 17 – Park Ambassadors, 6:30 p.m. and Board Meeting, 7 p.m.– Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Room
  • Wed., August 21 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
  • Wed., Sept 18 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
  • Wed., October 16 – Park Ambassadors, 6:30 p.m. and Board Meeting, 7:00 p.m.– Hudson Library – Laurel Lake Room
  • Wed., November 20 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
  • Wed., December 18 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.

Sponsors

Our events are possible in part through the generous support of our 2024 Best Friend sponsors: Western Reserve Racing and the Hudson Garden Club.

About Western Reserve Racing
Western Reserve Racing was founded in 2012 by three veteran runners and race directors. Over the years, Jim, Joe, and Vince built solid foundations and positive reputations with the efforts of their individual races as well as Crooked River Trail Runners. By joining forces and pooling their resources, Western Reserve Racing became one of the leading regional race management companies in Ohio.