Friday July 4, 2008
RTA Family Fest
For a fifth year in a row RTA will be hosting Family Fest at Settler’s Landing as part of Cleveland’s July 4th fireworks celebration. The festival will run from 6:00 p.m. until dusk. Families are encouraged to ride the Waterfront Line to the Settler’s Landing Station, bring a blanket, and grab a spot on the hillside for a great view of the fireworks. RTA will be running extra trains before and after the fireworks to make travel to and from the Flats fast and convenient.
Event Highlights
12-Piece Sousa Band
WNXC Live Broadcast
Event MC Mike Olszewski
Stilt Walkers and Bubble Machine
Bottles of AquaFina Water
White Castle Hamburgers
Smart Car Sweepstakes
Glow Sticks, Frisbees, and Other Giveaways
FIREWORKS
Will begin at approximately at 9:45pm
The best viewing areas are:
Plain Dealer Pavilion to Shooters and the Nautica Boardwalk on the West Bank and Settlers Landing on the East Bank and Whiskey Island
Fireworks will be shot from where Lake Erie meets the Cuyahoga River in the Flats
Parking available in the Powerhouse lot and other lots near by
Saturday July 5, 2008
Veterans Memorial Bridge & Subway Tour
Cleveland ---Robert C. Klaiber, Jr., P.E., P.S., Cuyahoga County Engineer, is proud to announce a walking tour of the Veterans Memorial Bridge and subway. This tour is being held on Saturday, July 5, 2008, and, as in years past, the lower level will open at 9:00 a.m. and close at 3:00 p.m. In addition, reservations are not needed for this is a self-guided tour.
"Over the years, these tours have become a staple in the summer holiday celebrations within Greater Cleveland," affirms Bob Klaiber. "Over 4,920 visitors visited the bridge during the three tours held in 2007." He also states that the various exhibits, films and the 1947 Presidential Conference Commission (PCC) streetcar have simply added to the allure of the tours.
The main entrance for the tour is located at the Cuyahoga County Engineer’s Office’s Bridge Garage. The address is 2433 Superior Viaduct, and free parking is available in the County Engineer’s lot, which is also located at this address. Cameras are encouraged, and the event is wheelchair and stroller accessible. This is an event for all ages. The remaining tour for 2008 is Saturday, August 30, 2008.
For questions or concerns prior to the tour, please either visit our website www.cuyctyengineers.org or contact the Cuyahoga County Engineer’s Public Information Department at 216-348-3824, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On the day of the tour, please contact 216-348-3900/3901.
Dragon Boat Festival FREE Viewing (registration fee for the race)
Nautica Boardwalk – Opening Ceremony 9am on Cyrus Stage (at the Powerhouse)
Racing from 10:30am – 8pm
Local corporate and community teams will be competing.
For registration and other information go to www.clevelanddragonboatfestival.com
Or call Michael at 216-534-8715.
St. Malachi Center Old Angle Family Fun Festival
Saturday, July 5, 2008
St. Malachi Center will host the Old Angle Family Fun Festival on Saturday July 5, 2008 from 11:00am to 3:00pm at 2416 Superior Viaduct, directly behind St. Malachi Church. The festival, rich with family activities, entertainment, and community resources, celebrates the history of the Old Angle neighborhood with the current community in an old fashioned carnival way. Games of skill and chance will be offered along with food, prizes, crafts, music, and more. Community organizations such as Cleveland Scholarship, Social Security, Lutheran Hospital, Women’s Outreach Center, Under The Wing, Cuyahoga Community College, Catholic Charities, and many others will be on hand to share their resources. The Old Angle Family Fun festival is offered as part of the July 4th Waterfront Festival sponsored by First Energy and The Flats Oxbow Association. There is no admission charge.
St. Malachi Center has been a part of the Old Angle neighborhood since 1985. Founded by St. Malachi Parish and The Community of St. Malachi, the ministry of St. Malachi Center is to empower the individual, nurture the family, and build the community. Services include a family literacy program, a shower program for the homeless, after school programs and summer camp for children and teens, a clothing ministry, and support groups and services.
For more information call Ginny Suhr at 216-771-3036 or visit www.stmalachicenter.org.
Sunday July 6, 2008
Bras Across the Cuyahoga FREE viewing (registration fee for the 5k)
Join us for the 2008 Bras Across the Cuyahoga 5K Run/Walk!
When: Sunday, July 6, 2008 Registration Begins 7:00 am – Run/Walk at 8am.
Where: Nautica Entertainment Complex - parking lot outside of the Powerhouse
Registration is $35
Bras Across the Cuyahoga Ceremony at 11:00 am - Free
Where: Heritage Park II, West Bank of the Flats, Cleveland Riverbed St. near Center St. Swing Bridge
Why: Proceeds benefit NOBCCF & Sisters Network of NE Ohio - 100% of your donation stays in northern Ohio to help eradicate breast cancer!
Register for the Race/Walk: http://www.nobcc.org or call 440-717-9912
Bring bras for donation to area women's shelters or hats, scarves or wigs for donation to area breast cancer survivors along with your monetary donation.
Donations by check, mail to:
NOBCCF - Bras
8921 Brecksville Rd
Brecksville, OH 44141
More information at http://www.nobcc.org/ or call 440-717-9912
Rain date for fireworks is July 5, 2008.
For more info please call The Flats Oxbow Association at 216-566-1046
1283 Riverbed St. Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Send e-mail to flatsoxbowlf@ameritech.net
Some events, dates and times are subject to change.
Please check our website for any changes or additions: www.clevelandflats.org
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