Sustainability
Burning River Foundation
SAVE THE DATE FOR BURNING RIVER FEST 2012: JULY 21-22, 2012
Good Cheer. Good Cause. Good Beer.
Since 2001, folks from all over the Great Lakes region have come together to remember the 1969 burning of the Cuyahoga River and celebrate the renewed sense of eco-consciousness the infamous fire sparked. Intended to raise awareness of environmental issues affecting the Great Lakes region and Cuyahoga River ecosystem, the annual Burning River Fest features educational exhibits from area environmental groups, fresh food from local farms and eateries, live music and a special appearance by Great Lakes Brewing Company’s Christmas Ale!
Proceeds benefit the Burning River Foundation, a local non-profit organization that provides resources for the sustainable future of our waterways. Join us at Burning River Fest at the historic Coast Guard Station on Whiskey Island: help celebrate the “Spirit of Giving” and spark a new level of environmental awareness!
Highlights from 2011's Fest:
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Over 30 musicians and bands performed on three stages ranging from funk to blues to eclectic
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Great Lakes Brewing Company featured a fish fry and craft beers, and other local restaurants and chefs added to the flavor with fresh food offerings and demonstrations
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Local environmental groups featured interactive and educational displays for all ages
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The most spectacular nighttime views of Cleveland from a wonderful greenspace right in the heart of Cleveland’s industry!
The strength of the Burning River Fest is the platform on which it is based: celebrating the improvements in Cleveland’s water quality since the burning of the Cuyahoga River in 1969, being a venue for local non-profit organizations, restaurants and artisans to showcase the excellent work they are doing around the Cleveland area in environmental education and advocacy and becoming the pre-eminent environmental festival in the nation.
