This year we are doing something new! The first day of the conference, June 10, we will meet on the Cleveland State University campus where we will enjoy guest speakers, presentations and vendors. The second day of the conference, June 11, the conference will be held at the Great Lakes Science Center with more presentations, a special workshop from Texas Instruments, and free access to the museum with a special viewing of the new NASA movie in their DOME theater.

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Is there a more splendid sign that springtime has arrived than the bright and beautiful colors of University Circle's flowering trees, bulbs and blossoms? Take in a tantalizing array of tulips,bask in beguiling flowering trees.

A showcase of trees, flower, bulbs and shrubbery, a treat for the senses in every aspect of the word. With 285 breathtaking acres, Lake View Cemetery is the perfect place to spend the afternoon on a private tour. Enjoy a docent led tour at the Cleveland Museum of Art.Celebrate Spring with a spectacular display of colorful blooms across University Circle.

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This summer, rising 9th-12th graders, in any Six-District Compact High School, are invited to Cuyahoga Valley National Park for a one-week multi-day, hands-on adventure that was built specifically for your interests!

After a morning of scientifc investigation and community science, you will spend the afternoon engaged in a pre-selected learning stream of you choice: Recreation and Wellness, Photography or Culinary Arts!

On the final day, we will have a camp-wide kayaking adventure at Indigo Lake, followed by lunch and an afternoon presentation to share back your work from the week.

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Global Cleveland’s Sister City Conference 2020 is a three day interactive event bringing together representatives from 20+ sister cities to discuss their partnership goals, successes and aspirations to cross-pollinate ideas and forge connection.

This event is free and open to all community members interested in learning more about Cleveland’s international connections from a ground level perspective.

The conference aims to enhance our economic, social and cultural prosperity through enriching global partnerships so that together we create a local-global network of businesses, educational institutions, organizations and local governments connected to Cleveland to internationalize our city and create a global citizenry.

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In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, Dr. Ray's Energy & the Environment Speaker Series has invited Dr. Patricia DeMarco to speak on The Rights of Nature. Dr. DeMarco is a professor, author, researcher and councilwoman. Her book Pathways to our Sustainable Future, A Global Perspective from Pittsburgh will be available for sale before the talk.

Dr. DeMarco is senior scholar at Chatham University in Pittsburgh and an elected official, serving as Vice President of the Forest Hills Borough Council, Pennsylvania. She is also a former executive director of the Rachael Carson Homestead Association and director of the Rachel Carson Institute at Chatham University. DeMarco has spent a thirty-year career in energy and the environmental policy in both private and public sector positions. In 2017 she was honored with the Freudenburgh Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association of Environmental Studies and Sciences.

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Poisoning Paradise is preceded by School's Out by Antonio Harper

An event to showcase green practices that anyone can incorporate into their work, home and community!

• Panel discussion on food and sustainability featuring plant forward chefs and green aware community leaders: Chef Anna Harouvis, Anna in the Raw and Good to Go Café, Patrick Kearns, Executive Director, the Refugee Response, Chef Giovanna Mingrone, Founder/President Stone Soup Cleveland, Vegan Vicki, Urban Sweetness

• Fun, interactive activities

• Cooking demonstrations

• Local sustainability resource fair

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Turn an old button-down shirt into a fabulously chic dress, apron or skirt in honor of Earth Day! All Sewing levels are welcome as we learn basic sewing techniques to complete fun and fashionable projects!

We have the sewing supplies to complete the project, sewing machine usage, snacks and two complimentary glasses of wine (or other beverages). There will also be fabrics on hand for purchase to complete this project.

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Do you want to make a positive lasting impact on the environment in Cuyahoga Valley National Park? Join your fellow volunteers in celebrating Earth Day on April 18 by planting native trees! We will also be removing invasive plants surrounding the site to improve the viability of our newly planted trees. Invite your friends, family, and coworkers to help preserve CVNP for future generations. Kids are welcome!

Planting native trees helps to reduce storm water runoff which aids in improving the overall quality of the Cuyahoga River watershed. Because of your participation in Days of Service, such as Earth Day, CVNP volunteers continues to make meaningful steps in helping to improve the health of the river!

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Go native!
Cuyahoga SWCD is selling seven native plant kits.

Each kit contains 50 native plant plugs (2 ¼” x 5”) and is suitable for covering about 100 square feet (if planted on 18" centers)

$140/each

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