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Balloonfest '86 was a fundraising event in Cleveland, Ohio, United States, held on September 27, 1986, in which the local chapter of United Way set a world record by releasing almost 1.5 million balloons. [2] The event was intended to be a harmless publicity stunt.
September 20: Chicago's German-American community held its first annual German Day event at Soldier Field, featuring a soccer match, athletics, performances and ceremonies. The event raised funds for numerous charities. German Day events were held annually at Soldier Field until 1937, regularly drawing crowds in excess of 40,000. [1]
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Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection.First held on April 22, 1970, it now includes a wide range of events coordinated globally by EARTHDAY.ORG (formerly Earth Day Network) [1] including 1 billion people in more than 193 countries.
Aug. 25—As it has for decades, the Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation this weekend will celebrate the globe. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Aug. 27, the Cleveland Cultural Gardens — located in ...
On January 31, 1986, at 11:46 EST (16:46 UTC), an earthquake of M b 5.0 struck 40 kilometres (25 mi) east of Cleveland, Ohio, and about 17 kilometres (11 mi) south of the Perry Nuclear Power Plant. [1]
Wildflower Weekend, multiple events at Clifty Falls State Park: 10 a.m. Waterfalls and Wildflowers Hike - Meet at Clifty Shelter for a 1 hour moderately rugged hike through one of the most scenic ...
Great Lakes Brewing Company of Cleveland named its Burning River Pale Ale after the event. In December 1970 a federal grand jury investigation led by U.S. Attorney Robert Jones began, of water pollution allegedly being caused by about 12 companies in northeastern Ohio; it was the first grand jury investigation of water pollution in the area. [29]