Who and What We Are

The Heights Observer, a program of FutureHeights, supports an involved, informed citizenry by cultivating citizen journalists and neighborhood news.

A not-for-profit, volunteer effort, the Heights Observer serves the cities of Cleveland Heights and University Heights, Ohio. Comprised of a web site and a printed newspaper (April 2008), it is a sister publication of The Lakewood Observer, Lakewood, Ohio.

Generous support provided by The Cyrus Eaton Foundation, The Dominion Foundation, and The Katherine and Lee Chilcote Foundation.

The success of the Heights Observer relies on donations and yours can make a difference.

FutureHeights participates in Guidestar, the online standard for nonprofit accountability.

The Heights Observer is an efficient way to reach your core local audience and strengthen your customer base. 

Download the 2008 -09 Ad Rates:

2008-09 Ad Rates (pdf)

Download the 2008-09 Ad Spec Sheet:

2008-09 Ad Specs (pdf)

View the 2009 production schedule:

2009 Production Schedule

 How to Advertise:

First, if you haven't already, sign up and log in to the Member Center.

You'll be sending your ad copy through the Member Center. Then, contact advertising@heightsobserver.org and request to be added as an advertiser. You will receive additional instructions/information at that time.

The Heights Observer currently publishes monthly, with a circulation of 10,000. Reach your target audience and support hyperlocal nonprofit community news at the same time.

We thank you!

The Heights Observer office is open 5 days a week, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

email: info@futureheights.org 

phone:  216-320-1423 

snailmail:

FutureHeights

2163 Lee Road, Suite 103

Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118

(216) 320-1423

FutureHeights is a 510(c)3 nonprofit organization. 

Heights Observer is available free of charge at businesses, libraries, government offices and religious institutions through out Cleveland Heights and University Heights.

Want to get it in the mail?  Donate today to the good work of FutureHeights and receive the Heights Observer as a premium for a $50+ donation. 

Heights Parent Center

Mac's Marathon

Mike's Convenient Food Mart

Unger's Kosher Bakery

University Heights City Hall

University Heights Library

Whole Foods

Aladdin’s

Appletree Books

Bridgette’s

Bruegger's Bagel Bakery

Dave's Markets

Fifth Third Bank

Jillian’s

Nighttown

Reflections

Starbucks

Subway

SunDaez Tanning

The Alcazar

The Grapevine

Zoss Bakery

Heinen’s Fine Foods

Jack’s Deli

Anatolia Café

Cedar-Lee Theater

Dewey's Pizza

FutureHeights

Heights High

Heights Library - Main Branch

Heights Youth Center

HeightsArts Gallery & Studio

Lee-Silsby Compounding Pharmacy

Phoenix Coffee

Reaching Heights

The Stone Oven Bakery & Café

Zagara's Marketplace

Heights Garden Center

Hollywood Video

Irv's Sandwich Shop

Sherwin Williams

Big Fun

Chipotle Mexican Grill

City Buddha

Coventry Village Library

Heights Ace Hardware

Huntington Bank

Laura Lee Salon

Phoenix Coffee

Tommy's

Winking Lizard Tavern

Brew and Bistro

John Carroll’s Student Center

Heights Floral Shoppe

On The Rise-Artisan Breads & Pastries

Roots of American Music

Studio Taylor

The Sunbeam Shop

Boom

Cleveland Heights Community Center

Homewood Residence at Rockefeller

Hts Hillcrest Regional Chamber of Commerce

Motorcars Honda

Motorcars Toyota

Starbucks

Bill's Coffee Shop

CJ's Carryout and Catering

Hollis Automotive

Noble Neighborhood Library

Pete’s Tavern

Ayman's

Home Repair Resource Center

Shillelagh

Nela Florist

Noble Food Deal

Noble Tavern

First Choice Barbers

Locks 'n Hair

Best Cuts

Border's Books, Music Café

Cleveland Heights City Hall

Dave's Markets

Church of the Saviour

Forest Hill Presbyterian

Fairmount Presbyterian

St Paul’s Episcopal

Grace Lutheran

Hope Lutheran

If you would like to carry the Heights Observer in your place of business, please call us 320.1423 and let us know how many issues you would like!

The Heights Observer is a not-for-profit effort and relies on voluntary contributions from readers like you to keep it going.

Your donation is fully tax-deductible and signs you up as a one-year member of FutureHeights.

And, as a special incentive, donate $50 and above and receive the next 12 issues of the Heights Observer sent to you or the address of your choice!

Click here for easy, secure online donation.

Thank you for your support!

Our Mission

The mission of The Heights Observer is to create an electronic and printed commons that strengthens the communities of Cleveland Heights and University Heights.

Our goals:

• To be a community advocate
• To be a catalyst for public discourse
• To keep residents informed
• To promote citizen involvement
• To reflect diversity and to improve the overall quality of life for residents

The success of the Heights Observer relies on donations and yours can make a difference.

Staff

Deanna Bremer Fisher, Executive Director, FutureHeights

Jane Flaherty, Administrative Assistant, FutureHeights

They can be reached at: 216.320.1423 or info@futureheights.org

Office hours are:

M-F 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

2163 Lee Road, Suite 103

Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118