Sheridan High School New: June 8, 2026

Class Reunions - Reserving the Picnic Shelter

There is a $125 fee to reserve the shelter. The fee is much higher if you are not resident of the South Suburban Park and Recreation District, or if you want to get an alcohol permit.

You must have an account with South Suburban Park District before you can use their online reservation system. Make sure your reservation is for not more than eight hours. If it is more, there is a higher charge. Make sure you list 75 or less people attending your event. If there are more than 75 listed, there is a higher charge. Although, the shelter is controlled and reservations are made through South Suburban, it is on school district property. As such, it is designated as a "Drug Free Zone," no marijuana is allowed.

Get on to the South Suburban website at South Suburban Park and Recreation District and access the "Facilities" page. Next access "Facilities Rentals" and then "Rent a Room, Gym, Court, of Field." On the left "Select Locations" and then look for and click "Sheridan Community Park." Again on the left and at the bottom select "More" under Facility Tags and select "Shelters." You can then scroll down and "Select Date" for your reservation. The date will be green if it is available. If you do not have an account, you will need to create one at the bottom of the screen. If you already have an account you can sign in. With your account you can make your selections and "Add to Cart." Follow the prompts to complete the reservation and make your payment. After payment you will get a confirmation.

Bring your permit confirmation reservation form with you the day of the event. A park ranger will be out the morning of the event to unlock the shelter restrooms. There are no soap dispensers or paper towels in the restrooms, so bring them with you to the event. I always bring toilet tissue just in case. Clean up after the event or you will get charged another fee.

If the shelter is not available, there are two alternatives available through Englewood. They are Centennial Park and the River Run Park (located at Broken Tee golf course between the club house and the river).

If a class reunion organizer is having difficulty making the reservation, they can contract Roger Rowland with the Sheridan Historical Society at rogerbrowland@gmail.com or (303) 881-2463 for assistance.

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